Accessing information on menopause transition and the role of digital health technologies: A narrative review

Digital health resources can provide an effective way for women to seek advice and share information. The aim of the current review is to understand the role of digital technologies in accessing digital menopause information. Six databases were examined for papers considering the use of digital technology in accessing digital information on menopause, published before March 2025. From 1970 papers identified, 14 papers were included in the review. Digital technologies are used to seek further information on the menopause, whether in addition to information provided by healthcare professionals, or to track symptoms or to normalize personal experiences. Trust in the source of the digital menopause information impacts whether it is accessed and how the information received is appraised. The impact of using digital technologies for menopause information was positive, including increased feelings of empowerment, decision making satisfaction, and the facilitation of conversations with others around menopause. However, representation of those who experience menopause was imperative. Overall, women find using digital technologies for menopause to be a positive experience. Future research should address the unique and complementary value of different types of digital technology to support menopause and understand how technologies can be better integrated into discussions with healthcare professionals.