Causeway Coast and Glens Council to discuss support for women and girls in Borough with endometriosis or PMOS

Alliance councillor Amy Mairs has tabled a motion to be discussed at the full Council meeting on November 3.

Endometriosis is where cells similar to those in the lining of the womb (uterus) grow in other parts of the body. Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS), which was formerly known as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), is a hormone condition that can affect hair growth, periods, fertility and mood.

Cllr Mairs’ motion, seconded by her party colleague Cllr Lee Kane, reads: “That this Council recognises the importance of raising awareness and understanding of endometriosis and Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS), formerly known as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), and the impact these conditions can have on the lives of women and girls across our Borough.

"Accordingly, Council agrees to recognise March as Endometriosis Awareness Month and September as PMOS Awareness Month each year, and mark these awareness months through the illumination of appropriate civic buildings; facilitate the sharing of trusted and accessible information on endometriosis and PMOS through Council’s corporate communication channels, including the display of information within leisure centres, civic buildings and other appropriate Council facilities.”

In liaison with the Western and Northern Health and Social Care Trusts, the motion also calls on Causeway Coast and Glens Council to facilitate information and awareness sessions, providing opportunities to raise awareness and understanding of both conditions and to signpost women and girls to appropriate information and support.