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Women's Health Strategy Aims to Address PMDD Crisis

4/17/2026

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Story summary
  • Laura Nicholson of Derbyshire has premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), a severe mood condition affecting one in 20 menstruators.
  • Nicholson experienced uncontrollable rage.
  • She was dismissed by her general practitioner.
  • PMDD can lead to suicidal thoughts, with 72% of sufferers experiencing ideation.
  • The renewed Women's Health Strategy aims to improve care for women with PMDD.