Senate Bill 356 aims to enhance education regarding perimenopause and menopause for women in Wisconsin. The bill mandates the Department of Health Services (DHS) to collaborate with healthcare providers, including obstetricians, gynecologists, community health centers, and hospitals, to develop educational resources. These resources will inform women about the symptoms, processes, and related issues of perimenopause and menopause, ensuring they are adequately prepared for these life stages. The DHS is also required to create informational materials in both electronic and physical formats, which will be accessible to women identified by their healthcare providers as experiencing or approaching perimenopause and menopause.

The bill outlines specific content that must be included in the educational materials, such as symptoms and treatments for perimenopause and menopause, when to consult a healthcare provider, the biological processes involved, and guidance on discussing these topics with family and friends. The act will take effect on the first day of the third month following its publication.