4.25 million in the UK live with #PCOS, and yet: and perhaps most importantly of all: What would you add to this list? Let’s hear it! ? Please Like & SHARE this post to help raise awareness this PCOS Awareness Month ? pcosawareness #pcosawarenessmonth #pcossupport #1in8 #pcoscommunity ..read more

The below blog post has been written by the research team, and details of how to participate in the research can be found at the bottom of this post. Verity have sighted the ethics approval granted for the recruitment of this study. Request 1: Is there a link between dietary fibre and PCOS? Why fibre, you ask? Because emerging research suggests that increasing fibre intake may offer relief from some of the most common PCOS symptoms. By understanding how fibre affects women with PCOS, we can pave the way for more effective strategies to manage this condition. To complete the survey click here ..read more

This post has been provided by the research student, please approach them directly with questions or to take part. This research will help a PCOS research student with their dissertation. Hello, my name is Claire Adshead, and I am an PhD student at the University of Derby, UK. I am currently researching the experiences of women with PCOS exploring aspects of mental health and emotional regulation. Your insights will contribute to better understanding of the psychological impact of living with the condition. What does taking part involve? You will be asked to take part in a one-to-one online ..read more

The below blog post has been written by the research team, and details of how to participate in the research can be found at the bottom of this post. Verity have sighted the ethics approval granted for the recruitment of this study. About the study We are conducting a qualitative research project to explore the unique experiences and challenges related to eating behavior among women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Your insights will contribute to a better understanding of the impact of PCOS on daily life and help inform support strategies. Why participate? Make a Difference: Your experi ..read more

Enjoy this hour long informative webinar Q&A with two top PCOS experts and Verity advisors; Dr Judith Ibison, GP and Professor of Primary Care and Dr Bassel Wattar, Gynaecologist and Obstetrician. This webinar seeks to answer common questions such as: how often should you have a PCOS check-up should you have an annual insulin resistence check what help can your GP offer for PCOS what medications can they prescribe how and when can you get a referral to a soecialist what specialist should you see and when what help can a specialist offer how often should you see one … and more! If you fou ..read more

Enjoy this hour long informative webinar Q&A with two top PCOS experts and Verity advisors; Dr Judith Ibison, GP and Professor of Primary Care and Dr Bassel Wattar, Gynaecologist and Obstetrician. This webinar seeks to answer common questions such as: how often should you have a PCOS check-up should you have an annual insulin resistence check what help can your GP offer for PCOS what medications can they prescribe how and when can you get a referral to a specialist what specialist should you see and when what help can a specialist offer how often should you see one … and more! If you fo ..read more

This post has been provided by the research student, please approach them directly with questions or to take part. This research will help a PCOS research student with their dissertation. We would like you to take part in our research by participating in our survey focusing on the challenges faced by individuals with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) by healthcare professionals. Your voice matters, and your insights can pave the way for a more compassionate and understanding healthcare environment. Living with PCOS can be a journey filled with unique challenges, and your experiences can shed li ..read more

The second interview in our Meet A PCOS Researcher is the phenomenal and equal parts lovely Dr Chau Thien Tay (Jillian). Dr Tay is an Endocrinologist and Research Fellow at Monash Centre For Health Research in Melbourne, Australia. She is a core member of the International PCOS Guidelined and has a PCOS research focus on the area of epidemiological investigations. Grab a cuppa and enjoy this interview, it’s a great read!!! Dr Jillian Tay What drew you to a career in research, and what initially attracted you to focus on PCOS? What excites and / or motivates you about research on this topi ..read more

Below you will find a list of UK based media articles highlighting PCOS this month, January 2024. The Telegraph Women with PCOS more likely to develop memory problems in middle age, study finds The Daily Mail Polycystic ovary syndrome can cause dementia-like symptoms for women in middle age, study suggests IFL Science Polycystic Ovary Syndrome May Be Linked To Memory Problems In Later Years The Daily Mail The 20-minute blood test giving hope to women who may have polycystic ovary syndrome – a debilitating condition that causes fertility problems, excess weight or even facial hair growth and of ..read more

Dr Heidi Vanden Brink, Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University specialises in research in the areas of adolescent and women’s health, and the intersection with PCOS, metabolism and nutrition. In October 2023, Heidi presented her research paper, “Emergence of phenotypic differences in adolescents who develop PCOS in the early post-menarchal years” at professional conference, AE-PCOS. Heidi’s research was the recipient of our first annual £250 award for early career researchers in PCOS. We will share more details about the research once it’s published, but in the interim we would like to ..read more