First Lady Sajidha Mohamed on Monday urged health professionals to prioritize research and early treatment on women’s health issues.
The First Lady made the appeal while honoring the closing ceremony of the third episode of a series of workshops organized by the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Maldives.
Sajidha said it is not optional for professionals to be aware of the opportunities in treating endometriosis, diagnostic techniques and the latest research, but something they absolutely must do.
Endometriosis is a disease that affects women. The disease causes abdominal pain and fertility challenges. The most dangerous complication of this disease is the ectopic formation of uterine tissue. There is no permanent cure for the disease, and sometimes surgery is required to relieve the complications.
Highlighting the physical and mental complications of the disease, she stressed the importance of early diagnosis and compassionate treatment.
In addition, Sajidha described the inclusion of treatment for endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome in Aasandha as an important step towards achieving the goal of providing equal health care.
First Lady Sajidha Mohamed joins the attending group for a picture at a workshop organized by the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Maldives. (Photo/President's Office)
She called on the concerned institutions to formulate a national action plan in the light of the lessons learned from the workshop and make efforts to educate students about menstruation.
Sajidha called for research and early treatment on women's health issues.
Likewise, the First Lady concluded her speech by calling on all stakeholders to have the conversations about endometriosis and to remain steadfast in giving a voice to women’s health and wellness.
Speaking on endometriosis, the First Lady said the National Social Protection Agency (NSPA) had spent millions on endometriosis treatment from January this year to June last year.
Under Aasandha, IVF treatment for PCOS and endometriosis was initiated in December 2023.