Yet again, the UK government has failed to prioritise mental health. And broken its promise to thousands of people.

With the mental health bill not included in the #KingsSpeech , it’s now highly unlikely the Mental Health Act will be reformed before the next general election. 1/7

Menopausal and black 24/7/365 not one day in or during October. Theme cardiovascular disease (CVD), so where was the championing or education of those who are at a higher risk? Did you know Black people are at a higher risk of CVD compared to other groups.

Thank you to Caroline Ansell MP and Maria Caulfield MP for hosting the event. Thanks to all the organisers and speakers -
Roger Prentis
Katie Day
Rose Matthews
Dr Yansie Rolston
Deena Varga
and
Kate Lawson

Plenty of research needed & lots to achieve to make evidence based quality healthcare accessible to all. But we are getting there & we will continue with efforts until we achieve our goals. Thank you everyone who came to Parliament for Menopause - Life and Work event yesterday

UCL has teamed up with leading women’s health charities to design a new education and support programme for women across the country experiencing menopause.

thebms.org.uk/2023/08/plans-…

Who says men aren’t interested in Menopause?
After watching the documentary Our Menopause they had open honest conversations, asked questions, shared stories and then purchased the book Black and Menopausal.
Knowledge is Power
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The lack of awareness and inclusivity in healthcare settings further complicates the #perimenopause #menopause experiences for LGBTQ individuals. Do better.

Anyone in #menopause research - I urge you to read #BlackandMenopausal . We can’t do much alone against the whitewashing of #menopause research & industry or their ignoring queer & trans/NB #menopause but we can applaud & CITE! when we have a chance. Dr Yansie Rolston Sarah Hamlin

I’m so honoured to be nominated as a health & wellbeing champion for the mbccawards. To help me get to the next stage all you have to do is follow this link and vote for me. It will only take a few seconds. Please also share with others. Yansie mbccawards.com/vote

Socioeconomic factors, cultural beliefs, and language barriers can influence healthcare seeking behaviours and access to appropriate care, which may contribute to differences in #perimenopause #menopause experiences - this needs to be acknowledged.

#newpodcast #newepisode #menopause #blackmenopause
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‘As black women, we weren’t seeing ourselves represented’

Black experiences of the #menopause haven't been visible, valued or included in the mainstream. So says Yansie Rolston Dr Yansie Rolston, who spoke to @bbcnuala about changing the narrative with new book, Black & Menopausal ⬇️

By embracing #perimenopause #menopause diverse experiences, organisations/ communities/ workplaces/ can create a more supportive and understanding environment where people feel comfortable discussing their symptoms, seeking help, and sharing their stories.

Black and Menopausal has its first 5⭐️ review!
If you’ve read and enjoyed the book then please also go ahead and leave a review, it really helps other people to find the book.
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‘As black women, we weren’t seeing ourselves represented’

Black experiences of the #menopause haven't been visible, valued or included in the mainstream. So says Yansie Rolston Dr Yansie Rolston, who spoke to @bbcnuala about changing the narrative with new book, Black & Menopausal ⬇️

This book isn’t just another #perimenopause #menopause #myblackmenopause book. It’s gentle, yet it’s vociferous, and one that has been needed in the menosphere space that’s continuously silent in conveying other 'voices'. NSK

Find out more and order here: hachette.co.uk/titles/yansie-…

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🌟Happy publication day to BLACK AND MENOPAUSAL🌟
This is an honest and empowering collection that centres the Black experience of menopause, from women and transmasc non-binary voices across the diaspora.
Find out more and order here: hachette.co.uk/titles/yansie-…

Check out 'Our Menopause - Film Screening and Discussion' on Eventbrite! A film from Nicola Cross

Date: Mon, May 29 • 6:00 PM BST

Location: The Mall, London, SW1Y 5AH

eventbrite.co.uk/e/our-menopaus…

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