How to keep bedroom cool for hot flushes?
Keep your bedroom cool for hot flushes by using fans, opening windows, closing blinds during the day, and setting your thermostat to 16–20°C. Choose light, breathable bedding and pyjamas.
Detailed Medical Explanation
Regulating your sleep environment is crucial for managing hot flushes. Blackout blinds block sunlight, while fans or air conditioning circulate air and reduce humidity. Layering with light sheets makes it easy to adjust temperature overnight. More on keeping cool: NHS sleep tips.
Clinical Context
Women who optimise their bedroom environment for cooling often find night sweats less disruptive and sleep quality improves.
Evidence-Based Approaches
NICE recommends environmental measures as part of a comprehensive approach for managing hot flushes at night. See NICE menopause guidance.