by admin | Mar 13, 2019 | Endo news and media, Endo stories
Story from Ellie Angel-Mobbs: One in ten women battle endometriosis, or endo for short, a challenging and debilitating disease. The average diagnosis takes 7-12 years and it costs Australia $7.7 billion annually in lost productivity and healthcare costs. I am that one...
by admin | Mar 10, 2019 | Endo news and media, Endo stories
It took visits to more than 10 doctors over six years for Tasha Ross to finally get a diagnosis. The 23-year-old swimwear model had battled intense pain, bloating and hormonal acne from the age of 15, only to be told by one specialist that it was ‘all in her head’....
by admin | Feb 28, 2019 | Endo news and media, Endo stories, Endo support
The Wiggles star Emma Watkins has had a well publicised battle with endometriosis over the years. And now the 29-year-old has revealed that she leaned on her bandmates, including estranged husband Lachlan Gillespie, while recovering from surgery for the condition last...
by admin | Feb 13, 2019 | Endo news and media
“Nine News presenter Julie Snook has revealed her heartbreaking battle with endometriosis, which has resulted in her having 12 surgeries to combat the condition. The 31-year-old said she was diagnosed with endometriosis at just 19 years old. Speaking...
by admin | Jan 21, 2019 | Endo medical, Endo research and education
By Dr Mike Armour – Research Fellow in Women’s Health, NICM Health Research Institute, Western Sydney University Content Warning & Disclaimer: This article repeatedly refers to women with endometriosis. Endometriosis Australia recognises that not everyone...
