A leading charity, Wellbeing of Women, has called for routine questioning about periods during GP appointments in the UK, citing the inadequacy of current advice and the severe impact of period problems on women and girls. A survey by the charity found that a significant proportion of girls suffer from debilitating period pains, often leading to missed school or being bedbound.
The findings highlight the need for healthcare professionals to take period symptoms seriously and provide appropriate support and treatment. Wellbeing of Women advocates for a society-wide normalization of conversations about menstrual health and calls for better menstrual health education in schools, public health campaigns, and women’s health policies in workplaces.