Developing a menopause support app

What’s the project about?

For women going through menopause due to cancer treatment, specialist online resources are hard to find. The East Midlands Cancer Alliance (EMCA) are developing an app to support women experiencing menopause. They’ve partnered with Clinibee, a high-tech company, and clinical experts at University College London NHS trust to develop the app.

The app, called MENO.pause, provides trusted information covering the whole spectrum of menopause. It has interactive tools to help women understand their symptoms, prepare for appointments, and find support.

They’re looking for women to complete a survey about their experience of menopause, to help them make sure the app reflects the real experience of women.

Who’s organising it?

Name of project lead: Shibani Nicum

Job title: Associate Professor in Medical Oncology and Honorary Consultant Oncologist

Organisation: University College London NHS Trust

Email address: snicum@nhs.net

Who can take part?

The survey is open to women going through pre-menopause, menopause or who are post-menopausal. This includes if you’ve entered the menopause due to cancer treatment.

Why do you want me to be involved?

By taking part, you can help ensure that the app is easily accessible and reflects what women actually need and are looking for.

What will you ask me to do?

The team would like you to complete an online survey. The survey is anonymous and should take between 5 and 10 minutes to complete. You’ll be asked questions about your experience of menopause and what information would, or have, helped.

This is a one-off ask, however there may be the opportunity to be further involved if you would like.

How do I get involved?

Please complete the survey. If you have any questions, please get in touch with Shibani at snicum@nhs.net.

When’s the deadline?

10 September 2026