Petition · Department of Health and Social Care
Make Perimenopause Training Mandatory for All UK Doctors
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893 signatures
What the petition asks
Perimenopause affects millions of UK women, yet many are dismissed or misdiagnosed. We call for mandatory training for all doctors and at least one trained specialist in every GP practice to ensure women are properly recognised, supported and treated.
Too many women are told their symptoms are “just stress” or prescribed antidepressants instead of receiving appropriate hormonal support. This can lead to worsening physical and mental health, impacting work, relationships and quality of life. Perimenopause is a natural stage of life, not a niche issue. Proper medical training could improve diagnosis, treatment and outcomes for millions of women across the UK.
Timeline
| 4 Jun 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
893
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
Opened
4 Jun 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.