Women's health explained
Periods. They’re a fact of life for half of the population yet there is still a significant taboo surrounding them. In fact, many women and girls are too embarrassed to ask for help and end up suffering in silence.
Did you know?
20
20 per cent of UK mums have spoken to their daughters about periods
7
Seven per cent of UK dads have spoken to their daughters about periods
Pharmacy staff can help to normalise talking about women’s health issues by offering a listening ear and the opportunity to get support and advice. But remember, it is still a sensitive subject so take care to make customers feel at ease and offer the consultation room as a place to speak in private if they’d prefer.