Women's health

Menopause screening to be included in NHS health checks from next year
Despite the change - which will happen in 2026 - campaigners warn some women will lose out because the number who attend is too low.
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'Marginalised and menopausal' women given spotlight
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Wales
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Pharmacies can issue UTI drugs without GP visit
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2 October
First local endometriosis support centre to open
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2 October
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Menopause screening to be included in NHS health checks from next year
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