Menopause at work: Germany starts breaking the taboo

While Germany faces a persistent shortage of skilled workers, one factor remains largely ignored: the impact of perimenopause. At this pivotal stage of their careers, many experienced women reduce their hours or leave the workforce because their needs are rarely recognised or supported. According to a survey, one in 10 women has left – or plans to leave – work due to menopause symptoms, while one in four reduces her working hours.

By Nick HOLDSWORTH

Filmemacherin: "Den Sendern war Menopause am Anfang zu nischig"

Die halbe Menschheit kommt in den Wechsel – trotzdem sind damit verbundene Beschwerden noch viel zu wenig erforscht. Mit ihrer Doku "Mein neues altes Ich" will Regisseurin Louise Unmack Kjeldsen das ändern