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Jean Hailes for Women's Health

Jean Hailes for Women’s Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to women’s health. Jean Hailes provides clinical care, educational resources and evidence-based health information to all women, girls and gender-diverse people, and the health professionals who care for them.

Vision and mission

Healthier lives for all women, girls and gender diverse people.

How Jean Hailes for Women’s Health can help

Jean Hailes provides all women with evidence-based information on a range of health topics including PCOS, endometriosis, menopause, periods, persistent pelvic pain, anxiety and more.

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Last reviewed: July 2023

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Isn’t it time we did away with strict food rules and… | Jean Hailes

What does a healthy relationship with food look like? Zoe: A healthy relationship with food is one where ideally you can enjoy any food in moderation…

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PCOS and physical activity | Jean Hailes

How physical activity can help you manage Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). What types of activity are best and when to see your doctor.

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Health checks for women | Jean Hailes

It’s important to see your doctor for regular health checks so you can find and treat any conditions early. A general check-up is recommended once a year.…

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Health checks | Jean Hailes

Regular health checks and screening tests are a way you can look after your health. Find out what checks are recommended according to your age.

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Why is sleep important? | Jean Hailes

Sleep is important for good health and wellbeing throughout your life. While you sleep, your body works to keep you healthy. Sleep helps with cell repair,…

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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) | Jean Hailes

PCOS is a hormone imbalance that affects about one in 10 women. This condition is associated with increased levels of two hormones in the body.

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Four things you didn’t know about periods — Free health… | Jean Hailes

When you first learn about periods and get your first one, there's a lot to take in, and get used to...

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) | Jean Hailes

Learn about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) symptoms, causes, health risks and treatments. Plus practical ways to improve your physical health and…

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Hormones and heart health: When to get a heart check | Jean Hailes

To the heart of the matter! Most of us know that good eating habits and plenty of exercise are great for our heart. But what you mightn’t know is that the…

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Management & treatment of endometriosis | Jean Hailes

Most women have good long-term outcomes when they have an early referral to a women's health clinic and receive care from a medical team with specialist…

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