Supporting women dealing with menopause, early career stress, among PAP Women’s Wing focus areas

The People's Action Party (PAP) Women's Wing has identified several key areas for focus in improving the health and well-being of women in Singapore, particularly in managing menopause, early career stress, and fertility issues. Sim Ann, the chairwoman of the Women's Wing, emphasized that with more than six in 10 Singapore residents aged 85 and over being women, the health of senior women will significantly impact the overall health of the senior population.

The Women's Wing aims to address issues such as osteoporosis, chronic diseases, frailty, dementia, menstrual disorders, fertility problems, and menopause. The party conducted a survey to identify pressing concerns, finding that flexible work arrangements and workplace support are highly valued by working women, particularly those dealing with menopause and perimenopause symptoms.

The Women's Wing plans to collaborate with the Obstetrical & Gynaecological Society of Singapore for health literacy campaigns and with the PAP's Mental Health Group to train party members as mental health ambassadors. These initiatives will focus on addressing early-career stress and enhancing workplace responsiveness to women's health needs and caregiving responsibilities.