Faye Farthing, Head of Communications and Campaigns at Endometriosis UK, said:
"Despite PMOS being so common, there is still a long way to go to ensuring everyone with the condition gets access to timely care and the right support. We also need to ensure that young people recognise the symptoms so that they can get the help and support they need from a young age, as well as being equipped with the understanding and empathy to support someone they may know in the future with the condition.
“Endometriosis UK is proud to have campaigned for menstrual wellbeing to be a mandatory element of primary and secondary school education. Despite menstrual wellbeing being part of the curriculum, many continue to leave school without the knowledge needed to know what is normal and when to seek help. To help tackle this, we are proud to be developing a teachers' resource pack to support the delivery of high-quality menstrual health education in schools – which will include a ready-to-use presentation slide deck, along with a range of interactive resources designed to enhance learning and engage students.
“Alongside this, we have created a guide for parents, guardians, and carers to help them support young people experiencing difficult periods. The guide provides practical advice on recognising symptoms and supporting a child's physical and emotional wellbeing, both at school and at home. We hope this will go along way in equipping teachers, parents and students with the knowledge they need to thrive"
By encouraging open conversations and giving young people the knowledge they need, PMOS Awareness Month is a chance to tackle stigma and ensure more people get the support and information they need to make informed choices about their health.
