British Sign Language Library

Balance has created a series of British Sign Language (BSL) signed videos all about the perimenopause and menopause. Key topics covered in this series include:

• Perimenopause and menopause definitions
• Menopause diagnosis and healthcare appointments
• Treatments, including HRT
• Menopause in the workplace

Each video is accompanied by a transcript, plus a selection of signed videos in French, Hindi and Norwegian can also be found below.

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The difference between the menopause and perimenopause [with sign language]

0.57 min listen

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Antidepressants and the menopause [with sign language]

1.20 min listen

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HRT and breast cancer [with sign language]

0.45 min listen

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What is HRT? [with sign language]

1.05 min listen

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How does menopause affect women at work [with sign language]

1.45 min listen

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HRT is not a one size fits all treatment [with sign language]

0.19 min listen

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Empowering women about the menopause [with sign language]

0.34 min listen

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Alternatives to HRT [with sign language]

1.30 min listen

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Sex and the menopause [with sign language]

1.08 min listen

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How long can the menopause last? [with sign language]

0.53 min listen

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Putting the risks of taking HRT into perspective [with sign language]

1.16 min listen

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What is the NICE guidance on the menopause? [with sign language]

1.07 min listen

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Why is the menopause a taboo subject? [with sign language]

1.19 min listen

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Where can women get information about the menopause? [with sign language]

0.49 min listen

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What is vaginal dryness? [with sign language]

0.55 min listen

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