A survey funded by the Department of Health and Social Care and conducted by academics at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine revealed that 28% of women in England are living with reproductive health issues like fibroids or endometriosis. The survey of 60,000 women highlighted racial disparities and systemic barriers preventing women from accessing care for conditions such as pelvic organ prolapse, polycystic ovary syndrome, and various cancers. Experts emphasize the need to address systemic, structural, and cultural issues to improve healthcare access and outcomes for women with reproductive morbidities.
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