Free Lunchtime Webinar: 'Menopause Matters' (OX240725WEB)

NHSE WT&E Protocol Remote Learning 2023

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Melanie Holloway has worked within the Diversity and Inclusion space since 2018. Prior to this role, Melanie was the Lead for EDI for a large social housing organisation, responsible for writing and implementing the EDI strategy. Having been with HEE for 3 years as part of the National Diversity, Inclusion and Participation Team and now with NHSE for the past year, Melanie's areas of expertise is LGBTQIA+ Inclusion and Staff Networks, and has led the Menopause Working Group. Melanie Holloway also runs her own company - Inclusion Solutions. Melanie has a real passion for diversity and inclusion, "it's a driving force, my motivation, the fire in my belly. I understand the needs of the diverse communities in which we work and serve, not just from my Diversity and Inclusion work but from a 20 year career in social care. I'm committed and passionate about the principles of equity and understand that it will ultimately assist any organisation to achieve its goals. I understand the importance and value of developing a culture where all colleagues can be their authentic selves at work, where differences are celebrated and sought out, where there is a sense of belonging. I'm a change maker and like to inspire others, to believe in themselves, be the best that they can and always strive to do more".

*Suitable for the entire practice team. Webinar delivered via MS Teams, joining instructions will be sent to you at least 24 hours before the course starts. *Please log in early to check Link & your IT supports MS Teams, and with microphone's off but your camera's on (blur or upload a background of your choice for privacy). Sign in using your Deanery/Maxcourse registered name - it helps us to confirm your attendance. Log onto to Webinar from 12:50. You may be held in a virtual waiting room. Please contact the organising Tutor (Amanda Evans 07917 580686/amanda.evans37@nhs.net) with any questions prior to the webinar. We're sorry that due to the short nature of the course its unlikely there'll be an opportunity to ask questions/interact with the speaker on the day. The programme will start promptly at 13:00 finishing by 14:00. *PLEASE CHECK YOUR JUNK FOLDER FOR THE WEB LINK, PARTICULARLY IF YOU HAVE A HOTMAIL ACCOUNT.

Recommended to all

To learn about Menopause - when, what symptoms, tips on things that may help, barriers to asking for help, importance of looking after yourself at home and work.

To look at managing or making adjustments for staff and patients.

To signpost to further reading and resources.

To give a better understanding of menopause and the terminology used.

Raise awareness of symptoms, how they can impact and actions you can take to mitigate menopausal symptoms.

Following this short lecture, delegates will have the knowledge to better recognise and manage own symptoms of Menopause and those around them including patients.

Increased confidence to talk about menopause, which may contribute to better patient care.