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The Menopause Industry Uncovered

Kirsty Wark investigates the multi-billion-pound global menopause industry promising women relief from often debilitating symptoms if they buy specially branded supplements, teas and even pyjamas.

Kirsty Wark investigates the multi-billion-pound global menopause industry. It promises women relief from often debilitating symptoms if they buy specially branded supplements, teas and even pyjamas. Researchers from the Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine in Oxford put some of the scientific claims behind these products under the microscope.

While many women struggle to access the support they need through the NHS, a growing number are choosing to seek help privately. Panorama examines the prescribing practices at an online clinic run by one of the world鈥檚 most successful menopause specialists and hears from former patients who feel they were not properly informed of the risks of treatment.

29 minutes

Credits

Role Contributor
Reporter Kirsty Wark
Editor Karen Wightman
Assistant Producer Katie McEvinney
Executive Producer Shelley Jofre
Producer Kevin Anderson
Director Kevin Anderson

Broadcasts

  • Mon 30 Sep 2024 20:00
  • Mon 30 Sep 2024 20:30
  • Sat 5 Oct 2024 00:35

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