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Title: Supporting Women in Relation to Menopause Knowledge and Awareness: Lessons Learned from a Gender-Specific Educational Programme
Language: English
Authors: Louise Warwick-Booth (ORCID 0000-0002-7501-6491), Sarah Thompson, Katie Dhingra
Source: Health Education Journal. 2026 85(1):70-83.
Availability: SAGE Publications. 2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Tel: 800-818-7243; Tel: 805-499-9774; Fax: 800-583-2665; e-mail: journals@sagepub.com; Web site: https://sagepub.com
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 14
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Females, Physiology, Health Education, Womens Education, Foreign Countries, Program Effectiveness, Knowledge Level, Health Promotion, Barriers, Student Attitudes
Geographic Terms: United Kingdom (England)
DOI: 10.1177/00178969251377900
ISSN: 0017-8969
1748-8176
Abstract: Background: International evidence suggests that women experience a range of health and wellbeing challenges during menopause, and perimenopause. The current literature highlights the need for women to be educated about menopause, yet limited evidence exists in England about community-based menopause programmes that focus on educating women on this issue. Study's objectives: The objective of this study was to evaluate a gender-specific (women-only) menopause-focused educational programme delivered in one English local authority area. Setting: A bespoke educational programme on menopause was delivered to women (n = 146) living in one geographical area, via 10 voluntary and community sector organisations, between July 2023 and March 2024. Method: This mixed methods, co-produced evaluation gathered data using pre- and post-course questionnaires (n = 51), learning logs (n = 7), observations of meetings (n = 5) and semi-structured interviews (professionals n = 11; course attendees, n = 7). Differences between pre- and post-test scores were calculated using the Wilcoxon signed rank test and effect sizes were identified. Qualitative data were analysed thematically. Results: The programme met its aims. The evaluation data show that this community-based, women-only educational programme was valued by delivery partners and course attendees alike, all of whom noted learning through their participation. Women as course attendees increased their knowledge and were able to use this education to improve their health. Conclusion: The programme worked well for the women who accessed it. However, it did not reach all the women who may have needed it, and it was only funded for a short while. Longer term, more sustainable educational provision to educate and inform women about menopause is required.
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  Data: Background: International evidence suggests that women experience a range of health and wellbeing challenges during menopause, and perimenopause. The current literature highlights the need for women to be educated about menopause, yet limited evidence exists in England about community-based menopause programmes that focus on educating women on this issue. Study's objectives: The objective of this study was to evaluate a gender-specific (women-only) menopause-focused educational programme delivered in one English local authority area. Setting: A bespoke educational programme on menopause was delivered to women (n = 146) living in one geographical area, via 10 voluntary and community sector organisations, between July 2023 and March 2024. Method: This mixed methods, co-produced evaluation gathered data using pre- and post-course questionnaires (n = 51), learning logs (n = 7), observations of meetings (n = 5) and semi-structured interviews (professionals n = 11; course attendees, n = 7). Differences between pre- and post-test scores were calculated using the Wilcoxon signed rank test and effect sizes were identified. Qualitative data were analysed thematically. Results: The programme met its aims. The evaluation data show that this community-based, women-only educational programme was valued by delivery partners and course attendees alike, all of whom noted learning through their participation. Women as course attendees increased their knowledge and were able to use this education to improve their health. Conclusion: The programme worked well for the women who accessed it. However, it did not reach all the women who may have needed it, and it was only funded for a short while. Longer term, more sustainable educational provision to educate and inform women about menopause is required.
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