Millennial Women Ready to Quit Jobs Due to Menopause, Study Says

From actor Halle Berry shouting “I’m in menopause!” from the Capitol, to increasing government fundingfor women’s health research, the taboo around menopause has started to ease with more women speaking up about their experience.

And that heightened awareness — especially in the workplace — is set to significantly impact the US labor force, according to a new study.

Some 70% of millennials said they would consider shifting their work arrangements by reducing hours, moving to a part-time role from full-time, changing jobs or retiring early to mitigate menopause symptoms, a survey by Carrot Fertility showed.

“This generation ...