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Women's Health Hub

Taking care of our bodies should be top of every woman’s priority list, but, as we all know, family, career and a million other concerns often occupy our attention.

With the help of our Women's Health Hub, you can discover more about how our bodies change as we age, where to seek help and how to stay healthy.

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4 reasons to see your GP about your periods
If you're concerned about these 4 symptoms, it could be time to see your GP...

Four reasons to see your GP >

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Foods to eat on your period
Period cramps can be painful but small adjustments to your diet could help manage and ease the uncomfortable symptoms.

Best foods for your period >

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Understanding endometriosis
Endometriosis is a little-known condition – but the reality is that it affects one woman in every ten. Learn more about it, including the symptoms to look out for.

Understanding endometriosis >

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Mental health self-care for pregnancy and new parents
Discover how you can care for your mental health while pregnant or caring for your new baby.

Mental health self-care >

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Ovarian cancer: the facts
As the fifth most common cancer among women, ovarian cancer affects over 6,000 women in the UK each year...

Ovarian cancer >

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How to manage the menopause
Discover our 5 tips to help tackle the symptoms...

Manage the menopause >

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6 things that happen to your breasts as you age
You can also expect your breasts to change as you get older. Here’s what’s likely to happen...

6 ways breasts change with age >

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Women and hair loss – the facts
Despite this being a common experience, hair loss can be very distressing for women as they feel there’s a stigma about going bald...

Women and hair loss >

 

About our healthcare


Benenden Health provides affordable private healthcare for everyone, giving you access to services such as our 24/7 GP Helpline and Mental Health Helpline straight away. Once you’ve been a member for six months you can request access to diagnostic consultations and tests.

You'll also have access to a wealth of health and wellbeing articles, videos and advice on a range of health issues.