US virtual clinic announces menopause support programme

A US women’s health virtual clinic has announced a new programme for menopause support.

Maven Clinic has previously provided menopause support through various hormone management, sleep coaching, and mental health programmes.

Its new menopause initiative spans nearly one million lives across 40 employers and allows companies to offer their employees a dedicated programme that provides holistic and specialised support throughout every phase of the menopause.

According to a 2022 report, one in five women of the workforce in the US are impacted by menopause while menopause-related productivity losses can amount to more than US$150b globally, making menopause benefits a key area of focus for global employers.

A survey of more than 300 HR leaders conducted by Maven in July 2022 found that more than 50 per cent of employers said that menopause is a benefits priority to stay competitive.

Maven’s Menopause and Ongoing Care programme aims to fill gaps in care by identifying symptoms of menopause early and providing guidance on treatment plans, virtual access to menopausal care and health education.

“The global community of women going through menopause is among the fastest growing cohorts in the workforce but remains the least supported by status-quo healthcare,” says Kate Ryder, Maven founder and CEO.

“Maven’s menopause offering increases access to quality, inclusive care while helping employers attract and retain talent and manage their healthcare and business costs.”

Dr. Neel Shah, the clinic’s chief medical officer, says: “The fact that even after seeking help from their provider, almost three out of four of menopause patients are left untreated shows that it’s high time for a new approach.

“Maven is committed to ensuring the needs of menopausal women are heard and providing the care they deserve.”

Earlier this year, Maven has adapted its reproductive health platform to support members exploring their pregnancy options, and expanded its reimbursement product to allow employers to reimburse their employees’ out-of-state travel costs.