Gill Furniss

Gill Furniss

Labour — Sheffield Brightside and Hillsborough

Speaking in the House of Commons on 15 January 2025

Debate

Endometriosis: Women in the Workplace

Contribution

I thank my hon. Friend. The average length of time taken is now eight years, which is not good. Many women feel unable to speak openly about endometriosis as they would other conditions, as if it were something to be ashamed of. Research shows that 23% of women take time off work because of period health issues while 80% lie about reasons for absence if they are related to periods. Having said that, endometriosis is not just about periods; it is a whole-body complaint. I do not think there is an organ in the body up to the chest that has not been found to be affected by what is a crippling disease.

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