Breast cancer awareness
Breast Cancer is the most common type of cancer in the UK.
Cervical cancer
Cervical cancer is the most common cancer in women aged 35 and under.
One in four women do not attend screening when invited and yet cervical cancer can be prevented. Find out more about cervical screening.
Menopause
The menopause is a natural and temporary part of ageing for women. It usually occurs between 45 and 55 years of age and not all women experience significant symptoms. The menopause has been regarded as a taboo subject, but this is changing as employers gradually acknowledge the potential impact of the menopause on women and become aware of the simple steps they can take to be supportive.
The Faculty of Occupational Medicine (FOM) has produced practical guidelines to help women experiencing troublesome menopausal symptoms and to support them and their colleagues and managers in tackling the occupational aspects of menopausal symptoms. This Guidance on Menopause and the Workplace also offers a comprehensive list of further sources of information.