Workplace expectations around women’s health are shifting, and menopause remains an overlooked area for employer support. A national survey of more than 2,000 U.S. adults conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of Wondr Health finds that 68% of employed adults believe women should not be expected to “push through” perimenopause or menopause symptoms without acknowledgment in the workplace.
The view is consistent across men and women, with 67% of employed men and 70% of employed women in agreement. Sixty-six percent of Americans overall share this perspective.
“For years, employer-sponsored health benefits have focused heavily on certain stages of women’s health, such as fertility and maternity,” said Scott Paddock, CEO of Wondr Health. “This data shows employees are ready for a more complete approach, one that reflects the full spectrum of health needs across their careers.”
Women experiencing menopause represent about 20% of the U.S. workforce, yet as many as 1 in 10 women leave their job due to unmanaged symptoms.
While employers have expanded support for mental health, chronic disease, and weight management, menopause has only recently entered the conversation, and support has not kept pace with growing awareness. The result is a clear gap between employee needs and current benefit design.
Typically occurring during peak career years, menopause is associated with changes in sleep, weight, and cardiometabolic health that can affect daily functioning and long-term health outcomes. Despite this, these challenges are still largely managed outside the workplace.
“Menopause is not a niche issue. It is a significant physiological transition that can influence multiple aspects of health,” said Lisa Talamini, SVP of Clinical Solutions at Wondr Health. “When these experiences are treated in isolation, we miss the opportunity to address the underlying drivers of health more effectively. Similar to the treatment of chronic conditions, the goal is to support the whole person and empower women with the care, tools, and confidence to navigate this transition and thrive.”
For many organizations, menopause is becoming a test of how well benefits reflect the realities of today’s workforce.
Survey Methodology
This survey was conducted online within the United States by The Harris Poll on behalf of Wondr Health from March 3–5, 2026, among 2,095 adults ages 18+, among whom 1,091 are employed (full/part time). The sampling precision of Harris online polls is measured by using a Bayesian credible interval. For this study, the sample data is accurate to within +/- 2.7 percentage points using a 95% confidence level. This credible interval will be wider among subsets of the surveyed population of interest. For complete survey methodology, including weighting variables and subgroup sample sizes, please contact Wondr Health.
About Wondr Health
Wondr Health is the trusted leader in preventive weight and GLP-1 management solutions. Building on the strength of its digital behavioral program, Wondr Health delivers smarter weight management benefits with configurable GLP-1 coverage strategies that give employers and health plans more choice and maximum cost control. Integrated coaching, condition-specific care tracks, nutrition support, and connected devices drive sustained behavior change to prevent chronic disease and avoid downstream spend. Backed by 20 years of experience in the benefits space, Wondr Health sets a new standard for accessible, affordable care—helping organizations future-proof their weight management strategy while empowering individuals to live healthier, happier lives. For more information, visit www.wondrhealth.com.
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