Apple announces that its Health app adds dedicated support for perimenopause and menopause as part of upcoming iOS 27 features, unveiled at WWDC 2026. The update expands the existing Cycle Tracking tool so it can detect cycle patterns a user has logged that are suggestive of perimenopause, and then surface a notification. Users can also log related symptoms directly in the Health app. In addition, Apple includes educational resources intended to provide guidance during the transition to menopause.
Multiple outlets report that Apple’s approach relies on long-term cycle data to identify the likely hormonal transition, which can begin years before menopause. Apple also ties the update to additional Health app improvements, including more advanced cycle tracking overall and faster data updates, along with a refreshed design. TechCrunch and others note the cycle tracker will notify users when patterns align with perimenopause. MacRumors adds that the update includes new Fitness+ workouts for perimenopause and menopause.
Overall, the change focuses on notifications, symptom logging, and user education within the Apple Health ecosystem.
