Wellbeing of Women

✨ Our Impact! 1 in 10 women are diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) - a hormone condition that can cause irregular periods, infertility, and other health problems - each year in the UK. Our funded research shed light on the vital role diet and nutrition play in regulating testosterone in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). The study found that insulin helps regulate testosterone levels, but some women with PCOS are less able to use the insulin their body makes. These findings have helped shape clinical guidelines to focus on lifestyle changes and insulin-sensitising medications like metformin to reduce levels of testosterone, to help women with PCOS manage their condition and prevent long-term health conditions. The work has also highlighted the need to undertake more research into the underlying causes and health impacts of PCOS, not just its impact on fertility. By advancing our understanding of how nutrition, weight and insulin sensitivity can impact women with PCOS, we have been able to improve healthcare for millions of women with this long term condition. Discover more about how our research is transforming women’s health here: https://ow.ly/kF0250Uu405 #60Years #WomensHealth #OurImpact

Period pain isn’t something we should just accept. Too many women, like Emma, have suffered for years because their period symptoms were dismissed as “normal.” We’re calling on the UK government to take action now! 📢 Sign our petition today and be part of the movement for better menstrual health care! Sign here: https://ow.ly/iz9550Usu3C #WomensHealthMatters #Endometriosis #PeriodPainAwareness #SignThePetition

The state of women’s and gynae health is dire. Today’s report highlighting medical misogyny is the tip of the iceberg. There is so much that needs to change. Women and AFAB individuals are struggling, desperate and prone to exploitation. We need better healthcare provision, better health education all round (without censorship!); more research and funding into women’s and gynaecological health. It’s all nuanced, I know. Many trained healthcare professionals joined social media to ensure that there is accurate, evidenced based and scientific health information out there - so that we can tackle the plethora of misinformation and disinformation; to empower women with knowledge to seek help and get the support they need and deserve. Remember that nothing is ever one size fits all and just because something helps one person, it doesn’t mean that it will help everyone. Again, we need more research, more funding, more prioritisation! #womenshealth #healthawareness #healtheducation

We're happy to announce and welcome the founder of Menopause Care clinic, Dr Naomi Potter as our new Wellbeing of Women ambassador! Dr Naomi Potter is one of the UK's leading menopause experts. She holds advanced certification from the British Menopause Society and is a Diplomate of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. We’re delighted to have her join us as we continue our mission to save and transform the lives of women, girls, and babies. #WomensHealth #GenderEquality #WoWAmbassador

Dr. Nighat Arif , co-founder of the Health Collective, shares her vision for the future of women’s health in marginalised communities. She highlights the importance of providing care that is tailored to the needs of different women and their communities. The Heath Collective brings together diverse voices from grassroots women's organisations representing marginalised communities across England. If you're a grassroots organisation representing women from marginalised communities, we’d love for you to join the Health Collective. Learn more by clicking here: https://ow.ly/8PpX50UpjiH

We had an incredible time at the Christmas City Fair fundraiser for Wellbeing of Women last week! 🎄🎁 A huge thank you to our Headline Sponsor, Rathbones Group Plc, Platinum Sponsor, CAMA, The City Christmas Fair Committee, Lady Mayoress and all our patrons, shoppers and supporters. From the festive shopping to delicious treats and silent auction, your generosity made all the difference. Wishing you all a joyful holiday season filled with love, laughter, and cheer! ✨ #ChristmasFair #ThankYou #CommunityLove #HolidaySeason #Grateful #FestiveFun

Imagine the heartbreak of losing a child. In the UK, 1 in 4 pregnancies ends in miscarriage. That's 250,000 families every year facing unimaginable grief. 💔 Your gift today can help fund new research, develop new treatments and provide support for grieving families. Donate today and help us bring more babies safely into their parents’ arms: https://ow.ly/9mpr50UnubO #BabyLoss #WomensHealth #Miscarriage #TheBigGive

We urgently need more funding and research to better understand and prevent miscarriages—and to offer real support to those going through pregnancy loss. Every pound you give today will go twice as far, funding research that can change futures. Donate to our Big Give appeal and help us bring more babies safely into their parents’ arms: https://ow.ly/zi0v50UkFCJ

Two days to go! on Monday 2nd December, the City Christmas Fair will open its doors, in the heart of the City of London at the magnificent Drapers' Hall This wonderful festive Fair has over 50 fabulous stalls with wonderful Christmas gifts, carol singers and a Champagne Bar to get you in the festive mood. Do you have your ticket yet? Don't worry if you can't make it to our event in person - you can still get involved through our online Auction! Brace yourself for an array of spectacular prizes, including scrumptious meals at trendy restaurants, luxurious hotel getaways, a heartwarming portrait of your pet, and show stopping accessories like Penelope Chilvers shoes or a sparkling Rose Gold Diamond Pendant by Boodles! Our Silent Auction is back and better than ever. This year, we have over 40 spectacular lots for you to discover, including: ✨£300 Voucher for Lunch or Dinner at Manicomio Chelsea ✨Three-ball round of Golf at Dulwich and Sydenham Hill Golf Club ✨Behind the Scenes Tour For Six at the Royal Ballet And Opera ✨Blue Topaz or Peridot Earrings and Pearl Statement Gold Stud Drop Earrings by Lulu B London ✨Shadow Freddy Macnamara, CEO at CUVVA, for a day ✨'Tulips, a Rose, Bluebells And Other Flowers In a Glass Vase, Reconstructed and Reimagined after Hans Bollongier 1634' by Will Ayres ✨Flight over Norfolk in a Restored Vintage Aircraft with Jamie Everett ✨Three Bottles of Tignanello, Antinori (2013, 2013, 2007) From A Private Collection Explore all our fantastic lots here: https://ow.ly/gnX950UhEr9

This week we hosted our second in-person Health Collective event, where we discussed inequalities in women's health and what can be done to address them, led by our ambassador and Health Collective co-founder Nighat Arif and our Chair Prof Dame Lesley Regan. The Heath Collective brings together diverse voices from grassroots women's organisations representing marginalised communities across England. The value of coming together to share ideas and contribute to policy discussions was clear! We heard from NHSE's women's health team Charlie Keegan and Gursharan Kaur about their inequalities work, which we are feeding into. The Women's Health Minister Baroness Gillian Merron spoke about the new government's priorities for women's health, followed by a Q&A with Health Collective members, who talked about what the Govt needs to do. Women's Health Leads Claire Hogg and Dr Sanhita Chakrabarti, discussed the importance of Women's Health Hubs and how our Health Collective members can get involved. We want to thank all of our members and panel for an incredible discussion. We look forward to making an impact in the next 12 months. If you are a grassroots organisation representing women's voices from marginalised communities, we would love you to join the Health Collective. More in the link in bio.