Endometriosis Awareness Month 2026
06 Mar 2026
Learn, share, and support one another
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 people assigned female at birth, yet many wait almost nine years for a diagnosis. It’s a long‑term condition that can cause severe pain, fatigue whole‑body symptoms, and lead to secondary conditions including autoimmune disorders and mental health conditions.
Endometriosis UK reports that 1 in 6 people with the condition have had to leave their jobs due to a lack of understanding or flexible working practices — a reminder of the role we all play in building an inclusive environment. March is Endometriosis Month, and it’s a great opportunity to help raise awareness and find out more.
Get involved with Endometriosis Month 2026
The Endometriosis & PCOS Network are hosting an event open to all colleagues. Drop into any session:
- Julie Burns, Endometriosis UK: everything from a brief explainer about endo, to tips and tricks to support pain management, with a Q&A session. 12.00pm – 12.45pm
- Dr Debbie Fischer, UoM, offers a medical perspective. 12.45 - 1.15pm
- Brooke Foulger: Talking menstrual health at our university, including an update to the menstrual health toolkit. 1.15pm - 1.30pm
- Managers session: finding out about the impact and symptoms of Endometriosis, and how to better support your colleagues. 1.30pm - 2.15pm
- Yoga Flow Club: gentle, informative and interactive chair yoga session designed to support pain management, including breathwork. 2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
When: Thursday 2 April, 12pm – 3pm
Where: Penthouse, Alliance Manchester Business School
Further information
- Learn more about the colleague network, or find out who your local Endometriosis Champion is by emailing endo.pcos@manchester.ac.uk
- Menstrual Health at the University of Manchester