Petition · Department of Health and Social Care
Review criteria for fertility referrals on the NHS and fund research into PCOS
Closed
112 signatures
What the petition asks
We want a review into NHS fertility guidelines to consider how people with PCOS and a BMI over 35 can access fertility referrals. We also want the Government to fund more research into PCOS, including causes, treatment, and finding a cure for this life-impacting condition.
PCOS can cause weight gain, infertility and serious long-term health risks. Many with PCOS are denied fertility referrals due to BMI, even though the condition contributes to higher weight. We think this could be discriminatory and prevents access to care. PCOS needs more research and fairer treatment in the NHS.
Timeline
| 4 Sep 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 4 Mar 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
112
Status
Closed
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
Opened
4 Sep 2025
Closed
4 Mar 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 12 Aug 2026.