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Menstrual and Gynaecological Health
18 March 2026
Lead MP
Abena Oppong-Asare
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
Women & Equalities
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Abena Oppong-Asare raised concerns about menstrual and gynaecological health in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Moves to bring in a Bill to address the teaching of menstrual and gynaecological health, highlighting misinformation, stigma, and racial discrimination. Emphasises the need for proper training, guidance, resources, and public understanding to counter inaccurate information online. Points out that women often face delayed diagnosis due to embarrassment or societal pressures, leading to unnecessary pain and suffering.
Harrow East
Calls for schools to be equipped with trained teachers to support menstrual health education. Advocates for more public awareness campaigns on a par with the NHS sepsis campaign, emphasising proper training for medical professionals and better workplace support systems including free period products.
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