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Title: Feasibility, Acceptability and Effectiveness of a Lifestyle Program for Perimenopause: A Pilot Study
Language: English
Authors: Kelly Lee McNulty (ORCID 0000-0001-6176-7983), Aoife Lane, Annalouise Muldoon (ORCID 0000-0001-5449-0349), Rosarie Kealy, John Windle, Kira Murphy, Michael Harrison, Patricia Heavey (ORCID 0000-0001-8631-7911)
Source: Health Education. 2026 126(3):342-360.
Availability: Emerald Publishing Limited. Howard House, Wagon Lane, Bingley, West Yorkshire, BD16 1WA, UK. Tel: +44-1274-777700; Fax: +44-1274-785201; e-mail: emerald@emeraldinsight.com; Web site: http://www.emerald.com/insight
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 19
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Life Style, Females, Adults, Aging (Individuals), Program Evaluation, Program Effectiveness, Symptoms (Individual Disorders), Physical Activity Level, Multiple Literacies, Health Education, Foreign Countries, Attitudes
Geographic Terms: Ireland
DOI: 10.1108/HE-03-2025-0031
ISSN: 0965-4283
1758-714X
Abstract: Purpose: To assess the feasibility and acceptability of a lifestyle program for perimenopausal women and to evaluate the program's preliminary effectiveness on symptoms, physical activity and menopause-specific health literacy. Design/methodology/approach: A lifestyle intervention incorporating physical activity and menopause-specific health education was implemented over six-weeks. Feasibility was assessed through recruitment, retention and adherence rates, as well as safety measures. Acceptability was evaluated using weekly questionnaires and a focus group with a subset of participants. Secondary outcomes included self-reported perimenopausal symptoms (Menopause Rating Scale [MRS]), physical activity (International Physical Activity Questionnaire [IPAQ]) and menopause-specific health literacy. Findings: Of 38 eligible participants, 21 enrolled (55% recruitment rate), of which 17 completed pre- and post-intervention assessments (81% retention rate). On average, participants attended 83% of group sessions either in person or online. No safety concerns were reported. Participants found the program acceptable, with focus group interviews revealing positive feedback regarding its relevance and efficacy. Total MRS score decreased over time (pre-intervention: 16.82 ± 7.74 Au; post-intervention: 8.53 ± 5.72 Au, p = <0.001). Total physical activity increased from pre- (869.53 ± 873.73 MET-min/week, p = <0.001) to post-intervention (1909.29 ± 1261.44 MET-min/week). Menopause-specific health literacy largely improved from pre-to post-intervention (p < 0.013). Originality/value: This pilot study supports the feasibility and acceptability of a lifestyle program for perimenopausal women with additional support for a positive impact of the program on perimenopause-related symptoms, physical activity and menopause-specific health literacy.
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  Data: Purpose: To assess the feasibility and acceptability of a lifestyle program for perimenopausal women and to evaluate the program&#39;s preliminary effectiveness on symptoms, physical activity and menopause-specific health literacy. Design/methodology/approach: A lifestyle intervention incorporating physical activity and menopause-specific health education was implemented over six-weeks. Feasibility was assessed through recruitment, retention and adherence rates, as well as safety measures. Acceptability was evaluated using weekly questionnaires and a focus group with a subset of participants. Secondary outcomes included self-reported perimenopausal symptoms (Menopause Rating Scale [MRS]), physical activity (International Physical Activity Questionnaire [IPAQ]) and menopause-specific health literacy. Findings: Of 38 eligible participants, 21 enrolled (55% recruitment rate), of which 17 completed pre- and post-intervention assessments (81% retention rate). On average, participants attended 83% of group sessions either in person or online. No safety concerns were reported. Participants found the program acceptable, with focus group interviews revealing positive feedback regarding its relevance and efficacy. Total MRS score decreased over time (pre-intervention: 16.82 &#177; 7.74 Au; post-intervention: 8.53 &#177; 5.72 Au, p = &lt;0.001). Total physical activity increased from pre- (869.53 &#177; 873.73 MET-min/week, p = &lt;0.001) to post-intervention (1909.29 &#177; 1261.44 MET-min/week). Menopause-specific health literacy largely improved from pre-to post-intervention (p &lt; 0.013). Originality/value: This pilot study supports the feasibility and acceptability of a lifestyle program for perimenopausal women with additional support for a positive impact of the program on perimenopause-related symptoms, physical activity and menopause-specific health literacy.
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