How does the menstrual cycle affect ADHD symptoms?
Plus, evidence that proves endometriosis is underserved
Hello there!
This week, I’ve been talking about the annoyance of period leaks. I’m baffled that I’ve had over 280 periods but rarely avoid leaking. The truth is, until recently, there has been very little meaningful innovation in the category. Aside from ‘pearlised tips’ or updated packaging, the big manufacturers have not helped move things along.
Have you found your perfect monthly period care combination? What else is missing? Thanks to my angled cervix, I’m gutted I can’t use menstrual cups or discs.
You can join in the discussion here. Check out the comments because there is great input from people involved in this space.
Here’s what else I’m shouting about in women’s health…
Three ways to help close the gender health gap
Get angry at the lack of endometriosis research investment
With diagnosis taking seven years or more, we can all agree that endometriosis needs more attention and understanding.
A new paper highlights how underserved the condition is. The researchers looked at the number of research investments by the European Union (EU). It found that endometriosis-specific projects received overall funds of about €15 million. Only 3 out of 145,983 funded EU programmes related to improving diagnostic and therapeutic measures for the disease.
Those in the UK can sign this petition to push for more investment!
Help inform research into psychosocial factors and menstrual health
Researchers at King’s College London are running a new study exploring the external factors influencing our menstrual health experiences. If you have periods and live in the UK, complete this online survey here.
Discover the connection between ADHD and the menstrual cycle
New research is exploring how hormones impact ADHD symptoms in women. Through their pilot work, scientists believe they’ve identified a ‘double whammy’ effect caused by estrogen decline during the menstrual cycle.
Read more about the findings here.
Bonus this week is the news that the United States is launching the ARPA-H Sprint for Women’s Health, which commits $100 million towards transformative research and development in women’s health. Learn more about the project here. I particularly love that it focuses on lowering the barriers to entry through a simplified submission process! Can’t wait to hear about the projects and brands that get involved.
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Thanks very much for reading,
Hannah