Endometriosis Awareness North

06/10/2026

Putting family first could result in missing vital scans

We are endorsing a new message from a sister campaign to encourage Asian women to go against the grain, and for once put their own health first.
Figures show that women from BAME communities are not attending the breast cancer and ovarian scans they're entitled to - tests that could save their lives.
And Pink Chai rate stigma and a desire to ALWAYS put family first as reasons why females risk their health by not attending.
You can read their breast cancer campaign message on our BLOGS page. https://endometriosisawarenessnorth.com/blogs/f/always-putting-family-first-could-result-in-missing-cancer-scans
Our charity actively campaigns to reduce health inequalities - including discrepancies between men's and women's welfare. As we've seen with endometriosis, backward attitudes can cause real pain for women, everywhere.
Pictured is our founder Dr Anita Sharma, launching the Pink Chai campaign.

05/10/2026

Fertile message of hope on latest podcast

Women with endometriosis CAN still bear children naturally.
That was the take-away message from our latest Endo-Unfiltered podcast, now available at https://fromsmash.com/7Og~64CFog-bt?e=YW5pdGEuc2hhcm1hQG5ocy5uZXQ%3D
Questions on the success or otherwise of fertility treatment, risk of miscarriage, and whether endo symptoms actually reduce when you are pregnant, feature.
Joining our founder Dr Anita Sharma at the mike was endo warrior, all-round inspiration, and mum Lucy Bowker. While hopeful mother to be and long serving ambassador Courtney Ormrod, relayed her moving story and hopes - despite the physical and mental pain of endo.
We were boosted this time by Dr Karolina Palinska-Rudzka, Consultant Gynaecologist and accredited Sub-specialist in Reproductive Medicine - pictured.
You really could not get a better expert on the subject!

02/10/2026

Reaching out on this mental health month

October is National Depression Education and Awareness Month.
Started in the States but now a worldwide campaign, this observance helps us understand the signs, symptoms, and treatment options for depression.
We have spoken about the huge mental health pressures that chronic illness - including endo - promotes.
But in order to raise awareness this October, we would like to highlight that suffering first-hand, so that it is noticed in the hope that things change.
Would you be prepared to tell your story (anonymously if required) of how endometriosis has affected your wellbeing? Please go to our CONTACTS page to find out how. https://endometriosisawarenessnorth.com/contact-us
Our charity also has a MENTALHEALTHMATTERS page. Check this out at https://endometriosisawarenessnorth.com/mental-health-matters

30/09/2026

All under one roof - no brainer
Past having deep human concern for those who suffer with it, why would endo warriors wish to know about a one-stop dementia clinic?
Because it proves that if that philosophy can be used for one condition - surel it can be employed for endometriosis, too.
Pitched as a UK first brain health clinic, the Manchester centre will include MRI scanning equipment, plus the ability to carry out lumber punctures and heart checks - treating dementia right the way through from diagnosis.
Our founder Dr Anita Sharma has long called for the setting-up of endo clinics, making treatment for physical and mental health more effective and crucially, getting to a diagnosis quicker.
Do you think the one-stop shop (the NHS also has them for diabetes) is a good idea?
Let us know!

29/09/2026

Just monstrous

"Endometriosis almost ruined my life - I felt like Frankenstein."
Read Sophie's case study of a life that "was too much. I was a regular at my doctor’s surgery, begging, asking, what felt like screaming for help." See https://www.msn.com/en-gb/health/diseases-and-conditions/endometriosis-almost-ruined-my-life-i-felt-like-frankenstein/ar-AA1YxJqe?ocid=msedgntp&pc=U531&cvid=6ab80494c9484c10b8d644e44dcacf3e&ei=54
As tragic as the tale itself, is how endo warriors like her are forced to view their own bodies, and how what happens to them impacts on their mental health.
Sadly, being ignored and gaslighted by some doctors also features highly - as was the battle to get diagnosed.
We commend Sophie's bravery in coming forwards, because it always inspires others and lets them know they are not alone.
Stories like hers have frequently appeared on our site and we would love to hear your tale of how endo has directly affected you or someone you love.
Go to www.endometriosisawarenessnorth.com

28/09/2026

Natlie - you're speaking our language

A story from The Guardian grabbed our attention recently - because it highlighted the similar plight of so many of our endo warriors.
Languages tutor Natalie Greenwood, has endured a spate of surgeries to alleviate her endometriosis. But sadly, they have brought her nothing but temporary relief - go to https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/sep/15/patients-health-doctors-doubt-on-nhs-streatment-endometriosis
Although that's an experience warriors, including our treasured ambassadors, have made us aware of, is that anyone else's story? And has the pain been worth the gain of a short respite from suffering?
Also, when is society actually going to fund research into an actual cure for endometriosis?
Let us hear your view.

Natalie Greenwood says surgery is no ‘magic fix’ for chronic pelvic pain – a view backed up by a new study

24/09/2026

Make sure training on endo is no longer a bolt-on

"Despite its prevalence, endometriosis is often taught superficially or folded into broader reproductive health teaching, leaving future clinicians underprepared for realworld encounters."
That is our founder Dr Anita Sharma's view of how learning about endo is relegated to a mere mention in a junior doctor's training.
Her criticism is outlined in a blog following a speech to the next generation of junior practicioners delivered at Bolton Medical School in Greater Manchester.
And it seems her general chagrin about the lack of care around women's health really touched a nerve.
Read more by visiting https://endometriosisawarenessnorth.com/blogs/f/make-it-more-than-just-a-bolt-on

23/09/2026

From golf club to Commons, we've come a fair way

Guests at our recent Rochdale fundraiser were the first to hear that the good cause they were backing were on the way to Parliament.
And the news came straight from an MP at the podium
Read more at https://endometriosisawarenessnorth.com/

20/09/2026

20/09/2026

The sponsors of our flagship fundraiser gave us a barrell loud of backing.
And that even included baking yellow and white endometriosis awareness biscuits!
Foremost were medics and health charities who have not only made events like ours' at Rochdale Golf Club such a success - but have acted as role models to everyone in the profession to become more endo-conscious.
Amongst these was the Rochdale division of the British International Doctor's Association (BIDA), our good friend and consultant Dr Ken Ma, Bateman Care Association, Dr Gadiyar and Dr Ravi Sharma.
We've forged great links with women's groups which include Chai and the trailblazing campaign.
Peter Fitchett, Lynda Hurst, Peter Bloom Flowers, Pete Gibson Media, Upturn Uel and of course Bramble's Bakery in Ashton also receive our humble thanks.
And we cannot forget all of the Endometriosis Awareness North team, featured some heavily in these pictures.
We owe them the most heartfelt thanks of all!