Heatwaves, hot flushes and sleepless nights – what can help?

Summer is here, and with rising temperatures, many women in menopause notice that hot flushes and night sweats become even more intense. It’s not a coincidence, the heat from the environment simply adds to the changes already happening in the body.

A few simple things that can help:

Hydration – drink water regularly, don’t wait until you’re thirsty.

Lighter meals – seasonal fruit and vegetables, less heavy, hot food.

Breathable fabrics – natural materials (cotton, linen) and layered clothing that’s easy to remove.

A cooler bedroom – good ventilation, light bedding, and a cool shower before bed.

Small, practical steps, but ones that can genuinely improve comfort on hot days.

The FEMME HEALTH EUROPE project was created to bring exactly this kind of simple, evidence-based and accessible information to women across Europe, because understanding your own body is the first step toward feeling well at every stage of life.

The FEMME HEALTH Europe project is funded by the European Union under the Erasmus Plus programme and supported in Ireland by Léargas.