I have run various webinars and in person events to help women understand menopause and what they can do to help themselves and when they should see a doctor. These include work for www.positivepause.co.uk and presentations for the Women’s Institute and other women’s groups.

I have given talks at different schools to encourage staff to take care of themselves and be empowered to take back some control of how they age, manage stress and deal with everyday challenges.

I have talked to parent groups at schools to educate ladies about the menopause and positive ageing at a time when everyone else may be the priority but them.

I have helped run educational events for students at the University of Exeter Psychology department to allow those studying ageing to understand the menopause and challenge the belief system of society about older women. Alongside Dr Louise Pendry we have been prolific in challenging stereotypes of ageing in social media and our professional writing.

I have recently given a lecture to the Kent Surrey Sussex GP Retention Scheme to encourage reflection amongst busy doctors and non-clinical professionals in NHS management to turn concern to their own health and how they can positively influence the way they age. In turn they may use these hints and tips to motivate their own patients and colleagues.

Pastoral care of staff is paramount in this decade and at last is being considered as a priority. I have worked with Dr Louise Pendry who is pioneering ‘the menopausal café’ in the university staffing environment and tried to help women understand the natural process of menopause but when to seek help and when HRT and other options are appropriate.