Links

The following UK based websites are recommended, but, Daisyboxonline has no control of the content of the following links. Only websites which are regularly updated are included in this list.

If you have a health worry your first port of call should be your GP (doctor) or you could contact NHS Direct for advice on 0845 4647.

Daisy Network

The Daisy network (volunteer) provides information about premature menopause and the issues around it.
www.daisynetwork.org.uk

Dignity/Period!

A charitable organisation which remains apolitical, highlighting the problems for women during their menstrual cycle living in war-torn Zimbabwe. ACTSA has tirelessly campaigned to obtain sanitary products to be distributed amongst those with greatest need.
www.actsa.org/Get_involved/zimbabwe_sanitary_campaign.htm

Menopause Matters

This is an independent, clinician-led website. It aims to provide easily accessible, accurate information about the menopause, menopausal symptoms and treatment options, including Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and alternative therapies, so that women and health professionals can make informed choices about menopause management.
www.menopausematters.co.uk

National Association for Premenstrual Syndrome (NAPS)

This is a UK based international patient and medical member charity. Advice is prepared by clinicians and expert patient members to help all those affected by PMS and menstrual ill-health. This useful and informative website for those suffering pre-menstrual syndrome includes a free download for a menstrual diary.
www.pms.org.uk

National Endometriosis Society

This condition affects many women. This website provides information, support and researches endometriosis. The society is the largest UK charity devoted exclusively to this disease.
www.endo.org.uk

National Health Service Direct

This National Health Service website offers help and assistance for health concerns:
www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk

Natracare "monthly matrix"

Within the Natracare website is this helpful and interesting guide to hormonal changes experienced within the monthly cycle. Designed for young women, all women will find this "monthly matrix" giving a guideline to hormonal changes absolutely fascinating!
www.natracare.com/help_for_schools/matrix.htm

Polycystic Ovaries

If you think you may have, polycystic ovary syndrome, visit this website for more information and advice. Verity is the UK self help organisation offering vital support for women affected by PCOS.
www.verity-pcos.org.uk

Vulval Pain Society

This is a UK volunteer group providing information to women who suffer from vulval pain.
www.vulvalpainsociety.org.uk

Wellbeing of Women

Wellbeing of Women is the only national charity funding vital research into all aspects of women's reproductive health.
www.wellbeingofwomen.org.uk

Womens Environmental Network

Many may find that visiting this website is interesting and thought provoking.
www.wen.org.uk

Womens Health Concern

This is a charitable organisation which aims to help educate and support women with their healthcare by providing unbiased, accurate information. There is an e-mail and a telephone helpline nurse counselling service plus information leaflets on a range of gynaecological problems which can be printed from their website.
www.womens-health-concern.org

Womens Health Information Centre

Provides information and advice on a wide range of women's health issues. Helpline open 9.30 am - 1.30 pm Monday - Friday.
www.womenshealthlondon.org.uk