Petition · Department of Health and Social Care

Give women’s health greater priority in the 10-Year Health Plan for England

Closed 297 signatures

What the petition asks

This could involve improving access to specialist care from puberty to post-menopause, training healthcare professionals to better acknowledge and validate women’s symptoms, removing barriers linked to age, race or income, increasing investment, and involving more women in decisions.
We think women have long been underserved and dismissed in healthcare. From periods to menopause, millions can face delays, misdiagnosis, and lack of support. One poll suggested that 93% of women feel dismissed when seeking help. Younger women can be told they're “too young,” older women can be ignored, and racial disparities can persist. We demand equal access, credible information, investment, and action. Women’s health must be treated as essential.

Timeline

29 Jul 2025 Petition opened for signatures
29 Jan 2026 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 297
Status Closed
Department Department of Health and Social Care
Opened 29 Jul 2025
Closed 29 Jan 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 27 Jul 2026.