In partnership with Endometriosis UK, and supported by Cysters, International Association of Premenstrual Disorders (IAPMD) UK, Menstrual Health Coalition, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, Swansea and Bridgend Endometriosis Support, The South Wales Menopause Community, and the University of the West of Scotland, FTWW was pleased to host a lively online hustings on ‘Making Menstrual Health Matter in Wales’ ahead of the Senedd elections next month.
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FTWW x Period Dignity
We have been delivering more training on Period Dignity, covering the topics of menstrual health and wellbeing, period poverty, menopause, and the impact on education and employment. We were also delighted to deliver a ‘Lunch and Learn’ session with Welsh Government colleagues across all policy areas to share findings from the recently-concluded ‘SPPINN (Severe Period Pain Is Not Normal) Study.
FTWW Presents at RCOG Wales Annual Conference
We were thrilled to be invited to the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) Wales Annual Conference with around 100 obstetricians and gynaecologists across Wales on 7th November, to present alongside Cardiff University’s Dr Robyn Jackowich and Rachel Joseph on projects and activities relevant to delivery of gynaecology services in Wales.
Endometriosis Cymru – RAISE Study
Researchers at Cardiff and Bangor University, (including FTWW Volunteer Endometriosis Champion, Rachel!) want to find out what works (or doesn’t!) in using tracking apps/diaries, specifically the Endometriosis Cymru Symptom Reporting Tool.
The Menstrual Leave Petition: Our View
As part of BBC Radio Wales’ coverage of the petition to UK Parliament calling for statutory menstrual leave for people with endometriosis and adenomyosis, FTWW Engagement Coordinator, Dee, spoke to BBC Radio Wales about the importance of ensuring that disabled and chronically ill women and people registered female at birth – and their employers – are aware of existing legislation that can protect their employment rights and help them thrive in the workplace.
GPs to be trained to recognise symptoms of endometriosis earlier
Addressing diagnostic delays for endometriosis and improving awareness amongst healthcare professionals remains a core objective for us, so we were delighted to coproduce the training offered to GPs – as reported here by ITV Cymru Wales.
First Minister commits to establishing specialist endometriosis services for Endometriosis care in Wales
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Endometriosis: Invite your MS to meet us at The Senedd
March is Endometriosis Action Month, and – alongside our friends at Endometriosis UK – we will be hosting two events that focus on the economic and...
Watch now: Endometriosis Action Month virtual panel in partnership with FTWW
A report from Endometriosis UK in March 2024 revealed that the average diagnosis time in Wales has risen to 9 years and 11 months. This virtual...
Endometriosis Cymru website and symptom reporting tool now live
[:en] If you live in Wales and have been diagnosed with endometriosis, or have symptoms you suspect may be endometriosis, Endometriosis Cymru can...
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