Menopause must not be ‘catastrophised’, warn endocrinologists

Professor Susan Davis says offering leave for menopause risks labelling women as being impaired in their work performance.
Lauren Kelly
Professor Susan Davis.

Two leading endocrinologists are questioning the focus on giving women experiencing menopause symptoms mandatory leave entitlements.

The doctors were speaking at a federal Senate inquiry currently investigating the impact of menopause and perimenopause, with unions calling for the introduction of 12 days mandatory menstrual and menopause leave under the Fair Work Act.