2023-01 Equitable and Sustainable Healthcare in Canadafor Aging and Older Women: Perimenopause, Menopause, and Postmenopause
Whereas #1, the average Canadian woman will spend up to half of her life in a menopausal state (perimenopause, menopause, postmenopause) with symptoms negatively impacting her career, economic stability, and social and family life; and
Whereas #2, many menopausal women do not understand what is happening to their bodies and are unaware of potential long-term health impacts; and
Whereas #3, many health professionals and practitioners lack the necessary training to help women dealing with menopausal symptoms; therefore be it
Resolved #1, that the National Council of Women of Canada adopt as policy that action be taken so that aging and older women receive the appropriate education of symptoms and potential side effects, and healthcare to manage and cope with menopausal symptoms; and be it further
Resolved #2: that the National Council of Women of Canada urge the Government of Canada to fund and support education and training programs for all front-line providers of health care for women in a menopausal state by:
a) delivering support for research in menopausal health for mature women
b) ensuring affordable access and treatment to help women cope with menopausal symptoms
c) eliminating ageist attitudes in government programs and policies and challenging the negative stereotypes of women getting older
d) ensuring that medical practitioners do not dismiss or ignore the symptoms women experience
e) promoting early awareness, education and information about effective management
f) encouraging and supporting open dialogue to normalize menopausal stages; and be it further
Resolved #3: that the National Council of Women of Canada urge the Government of Canada
to foster an age and gender inclusive workplace by eliminating the stigma of menopause by
taking action to support women in the prime of their careers by offering education and creating
policies that are inclusive to the needs of menopausal women.