Health minister outlines menopause measures

Stéphanie Rist, the French Minister of Health, announced new initiatives at the first Menopause Conference on October 15 at PariSantéCampus, aimed at improving the prevention and care for women experiencing menopause.

Midwives to prescribe hormonal treatments

One of the key measures introduced was the authorization for midwives to prescribe hormonal treatments, which are commonly used to manage menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats.

HAS to release new guidelines

The High Authority for Health (HAS), a French public health agency, is set to release new recommendations in January. These guidelines are expected to provide clearer standards for the management and support of women undergoing menopause.

Focus on better support for women

The conference emphasized the need for better awareness and support for menopause, which affects a significant portion of the female population and can have long-term health implications if not properly managed.