A WORD FROM GEORGIE & DR. NIC

That doesn’t mean that we’re slowing down here at Metluma. 2025 is shaping up to be our biggest year yet. From groundbreaking research on menopause to global conversations breaking down taboos, the momentum is undeniable and we’re committed to driving this wave of progress, ensuring that every woman has access to the care and support she deserves, when she needs it.

This year, I’m predicting we’ll see three major shifts in health:

Personalised care – for real!: Advances in digital health and AI will continue to reshape how women manage midlife health, offering accessible, tailored support. We have some exciting announcements around this soon.

Menopause advocacy in action: Following a year of unprecedented conversations around menopause, this will be the year of action – it’s written in the stars of the IWD 2025 theme – taking centre stage in workplace policies and healthcare priorities. It’s time for some serious action ladies!

Equity in access: Rural and underserved communities will see more focused efforts to close the care gap – a cause close to our hearts at Metluma

Let’s embrace 2025 as a year of change, progress, and empowerment, not just more conversations. Thank you for being part of the Metluma community, and here’s to building a healthier, more inclusive future for women everywhere.

Georgie & Nic x

🔥 WHAT’S HOT 🔥

OESTROGEN’S ROLE IN MENOPAUSE

A recent preclinical study by researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine has uncovered a connection between surges in oestrogen and increased binge drinking behaviour in females. The findings suggest that hormonal fluctuations may influence reward-seeking behaviours, shedding light on the biological factors that contribute to substance use patterns in women. This research not only deepens our understanding of the interplay between hormones and behaviour but also highlights the need for gender-specific approaches to addressing alcohol misuse.

THE “MILD” MENOPAUSE SYMPTOM FALLACY

For far too long, women navigating menopause have been told to just “get on with it.” Got manageable hot flushes? Occasional brain fog? A sudden nosedive in libido? Soldier on, ladies – apparently, it’s just part of life and you can deal with it.

But let’s call this attitude what it is: patronising, outdated, and downright damaging. Even ‘mild’ symptoms can shake the foundations of a woman’s life, and it’s time we start treating them with the respect they deserve.

Metluma Co-founder Georgie’s latest OpEd for Women’s Agenda makes the case for more focus on the mild symptoms.

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As we roll out of 2024 and into 2025, getting a good nights’ sleep is no doubt one of the big ticket items we’ve all got on our minds! So we asked Dr Nic why sleep disturbances happen and to share some top tips for getting through the night and waking up on the right side of the bed!

📢Have Your Say📢

VITAL – Australia’s first peri-menopause registry

Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, supporting someone who is, or working in healthcare, policy, or related fields, your voice matters! Join the thousands who have already contributed to this registry to ensure change stays on the agenda.

You can take just 10 minutes to contribute to this important dataset. By sharing your experiences, you’re helping to shape decisions and drive meaningful change for women’s health.

Let’s make a difference together—because data is the key to progress.