Menopause in the Workplace
Menopause symptoms can affect employees at work, but many employers do not understand the issue or offer useful support. That leaves employers dealing with preventable absences and performance problems without recognizing a potentially manageable cause.
Why Menopause Belongs in the Workplace Conversation
13.4%
Reported a work-related problem caused by menopause symptoms.
10.8%
Missed work because of menopause symptoms.
$1.8 billion
The estimated annual cost of menopause-related absences in the United States.
Nearly two-thirds
Wanted some type of menopause-related benefit.
Only 14%
Believed their employer recognized the need for those benefits.
Menopause Resources
Menopause support is still developing, but employers do not have to figure it out from scratch. The resources below provide a reliable starting point for making informed decisions.
In the News
See how menopause in the workplace is being covered now.
Benefit Providers
Find companies that help employers support workers experiencing menopause.
Research
Read the evidence on how menopause affects people at work.
Education & Advocacy
Find people and organizations helping others better understand menopause.
Legal Updates
Track changes in the laws employers may need to follow.