Menopause Proposal

1360 Words6 Pages

Abstract Background Midlife women aged 45-55 can have vasomotor, psychological and somatic symptoms during the transition of menopause. Few studies proved that psycho-educational intervention is effective to alleviate those symptoms. However, there has been a lack of menopause information for Hong Kong women to prepare for the menopause. The Family Planning Association of Hong Kong (FPAHK) is a non-profit making organization which promotes and provides health information in Sexual and Reproductive Health for the community. Objectives The project aims to develop a menopause ambassadors training programme at FPAHK to enhance knowledge and skills of the volunteers for the menopause training. Study Design & Population This is a two-month …show more content…

Also, the life expectancy of females has increased from 75.3 to 87.3 years in the past 46 years [1]. As the life expectancy of females increases, there will be a greater proportion in menopause of women’s lives. [3] According to several studies, midlife women may experience menopause symptoms and the most common symptoms among Chinese women are psychological, muscles and joints pain and sexual health complains.[4] Referring to local studies, the information for women to understand and prepare for the climacteric symptoms of menopause is inadequate. While there are findings show that education and exercise programme which delivers the health information of menopause and menopause discussion groups can not only enhance the knowledge of menopause, but also improve their attitudes and behavior related to menopause. Moreover, the discussion groups provide the opportunities for women to share their experiences and to inform what they have concerned and thereby increase their quality of life. …show more content…

 Project partner: Family Planning Association of Hong Kong The Family Planning Association of Hong Kong is a non-profit making organization. Their services include promoting sexual and reproductive health and rights and providing related information, education and services for individuals, families and the community.[2]  Candidate’s

Open Document