Women's Health

Looking after yourself – at every stage

Whatever your age, whatever your experiences, whatever you do, your health as a woman should be the most important thing to you.

This website provides a wealth of advice and information about some of the main heath concerns women face, and to help empower them to seek help when needed.

Website: www.patient.info/womens-health

Breast Cancer Symptoms and Signs

The earlier it is diagnosed, the better the chance of successful treatment. So it’s important to check your breasts regularly.

Find out more about breast checks and what to look for:

We know that cancer can be a tricky subject to talk about which means there is often a lot of misunderstanding around why and how it occurs, what to look for and when to act. For many women it feels embarrassing which means treatment is delayed and the risks are far greater.

Now listen to Bami’s story: Bami’s Breast Cancer Story – YouTube

Hear from two wonderful patients who share their breast cancer story:

Supporting women from South Asia:

Menopause

The menopause is a natural part of ageing that typically occurs between 45 and 55 years of age, as a woman’s oestrogen levels decline. But around 1 in 100 women experience the menopause before 40 years of age. This is known as premature menopause or premature ovarian insufficiency.

Website: www.nhs.uk/conditions/menopause

Hear from our Practice Nurse, Rosie Crowhurst, and Health and Wellbeing Advisors, Fatema Hafizji and Louise Simpkins, provide information around the Menopause, and options to help:

www.youtube.com – Menopause Webinar

Abortion services

Everyone deserves the right to choose.

MSI reproductive choices specialise in treatment, advice & support for people considering abortion.

They provide NHS and private healthcare services for more information visit:

website: www.msichoices.org.uk

or call the 24hr helpline: 0345 300 8090