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Endometriosis Awareness: Women Demand Faster Diagnoses and Care

10/10/2025

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Melissa Brady, a 40-year-old from Derry, has faced a 12-year struggle with endometriosis, emphasizing the need for increased awareness and quicker diagnoses.
Despite severe symptoms since childhood, doctors often dismissed her pain, reflecting a broader issue affecting many women.
During a recent Assembly debate, Sinn Féin's Linda Dillon called on the health minister to consider an all-Ireland service for endometriosis care, as many women wait nearly a decade for a diagnosis.
Melissa advocates for enhanced training for general practitioners and better educational resources for young girls, highlighting the mental health impact of the condition.

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Melissa Brady, a 40-year-old from Derry, has faced a 12-year struggle with endometriosis, emphasizing the need for increased awareness and quicker diagnoses.
Despite severe symptoms since childhood, doctors often dismissed her pain, reflecting a broader issue affecting many women.
During a recent Assembly debate, Sinn Féin's Linda Dillon called on the health minister to consider an all-Ireland service for endometriosis care, as many women wait nearly a decade for a diagnosis.
Melissa advocates for enhanced training for general practitioners and better educational resources for young girls, highlighting the mental health impact of the condition.