Originally published by RNZ – Sunday 06 July 2025 Researchers hope to get a clearer idea of how endometriosis affects … Continued
30 June 2025 Endometriosis New Zealand and the University of Canterbury have launched a major new research project aimed at … Continued
Originally published by The Conversation, 13 June 2025 Around one in ten women worldwide have endometriosis. This common condition causes tissue similar … Continued
A $50 million philanthropic contribution will position Australia as a global leader in women’s health. A world-first initiative funded by … Continued
Originally published by The Guardian, Saturday, 10 May 2025. New guidelines call for non-invasive test methods to be offered to … Continued
Originally published on RNZ – Saturday 12 April 2025 An Auckland gynaecologist says New Zealand urgently needs to overhaul how … Continued
Originally published by The Guardian, Sat 5th April 2025 by Victoria Allen Edinburgh University report authors say dietary changes could … Continued
Originally published by ASB Bank, March 27 2025. Roughly 1 in 10 women in New Zealand will have endometriosis, and … Continued
Originally published by The Ashburton Courier, March 21, 2025. Written by Dellwyn Moylan. Chloe Jamieson has suffered with endometriosis for … Continued
Originally published by Te Waha Nui – AUT Student Journalism, April 1, 2025. Written by Savannah Jonkers. Endometriosis sufferers are … Continued
This year’s Endometriosis Awareness Month’s theme was “Let’s Talk Endo.” Every week throughout the month, we asked a different question … Continued
As the end of Endometriosis Awareness Month nears we must continue toempower the change those living with the pain of … Continued
Originally published by Bay of Plenty Times, March 17, 2025. Written by Megan Wilson. Kaydi O’Connor has “never” had a … Continued
Endometriosis New Zealand has, as part of Endometriosis Awareness Month,launched Managing Your Emotional and Psychological Wellbeing withEndometriosis, a free resource … Continued
Endometriosis New Zealand is welcoming Pharmac’s decision to publicly funddesogestrel, a move that will significantly improve access to this importanttreatment … Continued
Originally published by NZ Herald, March 10, 2025. Written by Tanya Cooke. THREE KEY FACTS: Endometriosis is a chronic and … Continued
Holly’s journey with endometriosis began when she got her first period at 11 years old. Like most girls, she expected … Continued
Originally published by NZ Herald, March 6, 2025. Written by Maryana Garcia. The average wait time for a diagnosis of endometriosis in … Continued
Media Statement “March is global Endometriosis Awareness Month and as we recognise it here inAotearoa New Zealand, we do so … Continued
Originally published by NZ Herald, February 18, 2025. Written by Bethany Reitsma. It’s estimated that 120,000 Kiwis are living with endometriosis. … Continued
Originally published by NZ Herald, February 5, 2025. Bindi Irwin has spoken candidly of her decade-long battle with endometriosis in a … Continued
Opinion piece by Endometriosis NZ Chief Executive Officer, Tanya Cooke, published by The Post NZ. A recent Australian trial using … Continued
Originally published by TVNZ/1News, Wednesday January 8. Author: Enya Murphy, 1News Producer. Emerging research in Australia could eventually lead to … Continued
Health Psychologist, Andy Leggat, recently joined Endometriosis New Zealand as a Clinical Advisory Committee (CAC) member. Andy – who has … Continued
Endometriosis New Zealand warmly welcomes Pharmac – Te Pātaka Whaioranga’s decision to fund oestradiol gel a new option for hormone … Continued
Endometriosis New Zealand Statement – July 2024 We believe that the recent statement by ANZCA on persistent pelvic pain management … Continued
Endometriosis New Zealand (ENZ) is Aotearoa’s national endometriosis organisation. As a registered charitable trust, our purpose is to improve the … Continued
Originally Published by TVNZ/1News, Sunday August 4th. Many endometriosis patients are now facing a nearly 10-year wait for a diagnosis, … Continued
Endometriosis New Zealand Press Release, Monday 5th August, 2024 The average delay to diagnosis for those with endometriosis in New … Continued
Originally published by The Press – July 13, 2024 A gynaecologist has accused Health New Zealand of not valuing women’s … Continued
Press Release 12th June 2024 A groundbreaking study into endometriosis patients and supporters in Aotearoa New Zealand has identified three … Continued
Press Release 30th May 2024 Workplace programme launched to help organisations support employees with endometriosis Endometriosis New Zealand (ENZ) has … Continued
Endometriosis New Zealand recently met Lucienne to discuss her experience managing endometriosis in the workplace, including how endometriosis has impacted … Continued
Originally published on Stuff By Hannah Martin From her first period at 13, Te Kura Parsons-Grace knew something wasn’t right: … Continued
Originally published in Otago Daily Times By Fiona Ellis A Dunedin woman says she was failed by the public health … Continued
Originally published on Re:News 31st March 2024 By Zoe Madden-Smith Early detection of endometriosis is crucial for effective treatment. But … Continued
Originally published by NZ Herald, 30 March 2024Denise Lockhorst has suffered from an “invisible” disease since she was a young … Continued
Originally Published by 1News: 29th March 2024 As Endometriosis Awareness Month draws to an end, the pain and discomfort for … Continued
Originally published on NZHerald: 29 Mar, 2024 Tauranga’s Lucy Cooper first knew something was wrong when she experienced “extremely bad” … Continued
Originally published by NZ Herald, 4 Mar, 2024 Juliet Oliver used her own experience of endometriosis to create an app … Continued
Today marks day one of International Endometriosis Awareness Month, observed annually in March. This is an important time for raising … Continued
Originally Published on Stuff: December 09, 2023 After four miscarriages and a GP referral to Gisborne Hospital for suspected endometriosis, … Continued
Ashleigh Burrell, the founder of The Borrowed Collective, shares her personal journey with endometriosis. From enduring severe period pain since … Continued
Originally posted on Women’s Weekly Nov 11, 2023 6:00AM Anja shares her journey in the hope of breaking the stigma … Continued
Originally published on The Press, November 7th 2023 A Christchurch researcher hopes to help millions of endometriosis sufferers worldwide after … Continued
Endometriosis New Zealand is taking a significant step forward in its mission to improve the lives of individuals affected by … Continued
PRESS RELEASE 17 September 2023 Endometriosis New Zealand (ENZ) is calling for parties from across the political spectrum to follow … Continued
Zahra Shahtahmasebi Guest writer Originally published on The Spinoff, September 5 2023 Everyone who gets their period has a different … Continued
Originally published on Capsule, Aug 13th Is menstrual leave an unwarranted, sexist ‘perk’ that will see women pull sickies and mean employers … Continued
Originally published on Metropol, 02 August Endometriosis affects an estimated 120,000 New Zealanders.Many wait an average of eight years between … Continued
Our wonderful Research Project Coordinator, Katherine Ellis is out here doing amazing things. We are pleased to share this new … Continued
Our wonderful Research Project Coordinator, Katherine Ellis is out here doing amazing things. We are pleased to share this new … Continued
Endometriosis New Zealand is so pleased to welcome Dr. Amelia Ryan to our Clinical Advisory Committee. Dr. Amelia Ryan is … Continued
Endometriosis New Zealand (ENZ) is calling for government action to follow the release of Aotearoa New Zealand’s first Women’s Health … Continued
Originally published on Stuff, 03 July 2023 Dr Siouxsie Wiles MNZM is an award-winning microbiologist and science communicator at the … Continued
Originally published on RNZ – 19 April 2023 Endometriosis specialist Michael Wynn-Williams Exhausting sick leave, forking out for private medical … Continued
Originally Published on RNZ – 17 April 2023 At 26, Charlie Dreaver was given a deadline. She was told she should … Continued
Originally published by NZ Herald March 29th, 2023 By Jaime Lyth Endometriosis is a condition endured by up to one … Continued
Originally published on 1 NewsMarch 29th, 2023 By Zoe Madden-Smith of Re:News Content warning: This article features a graphic image … Continued
Originally published in Capsule March 23, 2023 By Alice O’Connell One in 10 women are living with endometriosis – one … Continued
Story originally published in NZ Herald on Sunday 19th March By Jessie Gurunathan It’s often referred to as the brave … Continued
Press Release 17th March 2023 Endometriosis New Zealand (ENZ) is calling for a national action plan for endometriosis as part … Continued
Originally published on Stuff Tuesday 14th March By Amberleigh Jack “My doctor ignored my pain,” said Australian icon Bindi Irwin … Continued
Originally published in Good Magazine on Monday 13th March 2023 By Emma Napper Megan Parr, a paramedic from Marlborough, dedicates … Continued
Media release: Endo Challengers 2023 People across Aotearoa are taking on physical challenges this March in a bid to raise … Continued
Original article published on Newshub on Wednesday 8th March 2023 By Lana Andelane Bindi Irwin, the daughter of the late … Continued
Originally published in NZ Herald on Wednesday 8th March 2023 By Nicky Bond Much-loved Australian conservationist Bindi Irwin has gone … Continued
Originally publish on RNZ on 8th March 2023 By Niki Bezzant Every International Women’s Day (IWD) there is always, inevitably, … Continued
Wednesday 8th March 2023 A unique digital eLearning platform has been developed to address a gaping hole in adolescent and … Continued
Media release: Endometriosis Awareness Month 2023 It took 15 years for Sargam Polra to receive a diagnosis of endometriosis, after … Continued
Story originally published on stuff on 24th February 2023 Written by Andy Brew When Marlborough paramedic Megan Parr isn’t saving … Continued
Holiday Tips Christmas and the holidays are special times. Time to spend with loved ones, eat delicious food, and enjoy … Continued
ENZ is committed to facilitating and supporting research to develop a greater understanding of health issues, particularly relating to endometriosis. … Continued
Originally posted by Radio New Zealand In between training sessions for her first Coast to Coast event, Christchurch woman Harriet … Continued
Endometriosis New Zealand (ENZ) connected with Harriet in 2019, when she and her mum called the ENZ helpline ‘Endo Help’, … Continued
November 2022 | Endometriosis New Zealand (ENZ) has issued a call to Kiwis to consider providing vital donations to help … Continued
Originally published by Stuff.co.nz Some mornings, Harriet Watson lies in a ball on the floor, with pain “like a knife” … Continued
by Nicole Saunders, 27th September 2022 Originally published in Fashion Quarterly It’s a lifelong inflammatory condition that takes an immense … Continued
MEDIA RELEASE 29th September 2022 Endometriosis New Zealand has announced its new Clinical Advisory Committee (CAC), which will support the … Continued
How do you get the best out of your GP appointments? Last year, GP Dr. Deborah Brunt helped us answer … Continued
This diet is best done in conjunction with a trained dietitian so they can help identify which FODMAPs may be … Continued
Originally published on RNZ by reporter Felix Walton A new University of Canterbury survey shows New Zealand women with endometriosis … Continued
Katherine Ellis is a researcher at the University of Canterbury. In early 2021 she approached the academic in charge of … Continued
Women wait almost 8 years on average from onset of symptoms for endometriosis diagnosis and support Originally published by Cosmos … Continued
Tips on how your diet can help manage endometriosis symptoms The Mediterranean diet is one of the most studied diets … Continued
To gain insight into what it’s like for a father, we spoke to one of our supporters from Adelphi Insurance, … Continued
Originally published on Mentratution Matters Acupressure is the use of the fingers or thumbs to press on certain parts of … Continued
Originally published by Newshub A Wellington mother has received an apology from Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand after … Continued
Originally published by Woman Magazine. Written by Sasha Borissenko Endometriosis affects an estimated 10 to 11.7 percent of people assigned … Continued
Yoga combines physical exercises, meditation and respiratory techniques. It can strengthen the muscles, relieve stress and increase blood circulation. Through … Continued
Sleeping difficulties are commonly associated with endometriosis and may be linked to fluctuations in hormones, the experience of bodily or … Continued
Stretches can be a fantastic way to self-manage some of your symptoms and improve your quality of life. Stretches that … Continued
Exercise can be a scary word that brings to mind images of huffing and puffing, sweating and sore muscles. But … Continued
This week we sat down with Alice to discuss her endometriosis journey and why she wanted to use her platform … Continued
Endometriosis New Zealand is thrilled to announce the establishment of our new Clinical Advisory Committee (CAC). Upon appointment of the … Continued
Originally published by MediWell Endometriosis New Zealand recently sat down with Dr Michael Wynn-Williams to discuss endometriosis and the effects … Continued
Originally published by The Today FM show Endometriosis New Zealand CEO, Tanya Cooke spoke with Tova O’Brien and The Today … Continued
Originally published by The Herald Paris McNeilage, 20, was declined a specialist appointment at Counties Manukau DHB for suspected endometriosis … Continued
Originally published by The Herald In Her Head: A campaign for better women’s health services It is great to see … Continued
Originally published by The Spinoff on 29/03/22 Cara Adler is a university student living with endometriosis and an eating disorder. For IRL, she explains … Continued
MEDIA RELEASE 1st April 2022 For over 35 years Deborah Bush has led Endometriosis New Zealand to be at the … Continued
Published on Capsule.com Capsule x Fertility Associates It’s Endometriosis Awareness Month, and while having Endo is awful enough at the … Continued
By Larissa Howie, 1News Producer Originally published on 1 News 28th March 2022 Story on Monday’s 6pm news. Watch the video … Continued
Originally published on Billie.co.nz Written by Fleur Mealing Fifteen year old Kiwi girl, Mackenzie Winfield, shares her recent endometriosis journey … Continued
Eda Tang Originally published on Stuff.co.nz 26th March 2022 There are calls for a public apology to endometriosis sufferers in … Continued
Published in New Zealand Woman’s Weekly, 21st March 2022 It is so great to see more endometriosis education and awareness … Continued
March 18, 2022 • 29 min In the loop podcast March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, a condition that affects roughly … Continued
Published on Billie, www.billienz.com Written By Fleur Mealing Periods are bad. The pain, the PMS, the bleeding… nothing about it is … Continued
A large-scale survey, with respondents across Aotearoa New Zealand, has brought tolight the significant impact on quality of life and … Continued
By Katie Harris, Social Issues reporter Original article published in NZ Herald 18th March 2022 6:00 am WARNING: This article references … Continued
By Selina Ekerdt Published in the Twizel Update Ever since I was a young woman, I knew something wasn’t right. … Continued
Originally posted on NAK-EDhttps://www.nak-ed.co.nz Written by Sophie Sager Whatever you call it, there’s no denying sex is a fundamental part … Continued
This month, Tronque will donate over $20,000 worth of its Soft Focus Scar Concentrate to Endometriosis New Zealand (ENZ) to … Continued
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, and Endometriosis New Zealand (ENZ) is calling on Kiwis to take part in an Endo … Continued
Original article from RNZ posted on 6:42 pm on 26 February 2022 Woman reaches settlement with employer over period pain … Continued
As parents, we all want the best for our children. Having a child with pain means change for all the … Continued
Endometriosis New Zealand would like to thank everyone who took part in its GivingTuesday campaign last week, which raised more … Continued
Image above: Top left Sandra Matthews, top right Felicity Evans, bottom left Dr Michael Wynn-Williams, and bottom right Dr Nicola … Continued
Guest writer Sophie Sager describes her years-long battle to be diagnosed with endometriosis after countless dismissals and asks, why is … Continued
Bree Tomasel was recently interviewed by Woman’s Day, revealing that she has endometriosis. Bree is co-host on Celebrity Treasure Island, … Continued
Here are some tips written by Dr Deborah Brunt. Dr Deborah Brunt is a GP with special interests in integrative … Continued
Written by Andrea Molloy About Andrea Andrea was diagnosed with endometriosis at the age of 24, following seven years of … Continued
When you feel like you are in the ‘eye of the storm’ with a flare up, it is good to … Continued
Endometriosis New Zealand are seeking two Board members to provide strategic direction for the organisation Endometriosis New Zealand (ENZ) represents … Continued
Last month Tailor Skincare were on the search for their new Face of Tailor ambassador. Along with some wonderful prizes, … Continued
Candy Lane will be on our screens again from the 6th of September, on TV2. Candy took part in Celebrity … Continued
Read more from Dr Susan Evans and Professor Mark Hutchinson here
Endometriosis New Zealand welcomes Tanya Cooke as new CEO and we are excited that our current CEO, Deborah Bush MNZM, … Continued
It was late last year when a mutual friend suggested I reach out to a colleague she knew for advice … Continued
Endometriosis New Zealand is speaking out on behalf of hundreds of New Zealand women and girls who’ve suffered from a … Continued
Ministry of Health Releases Document: “This document aims to improve the diagnosis and management of endometriosis in New Zealand in … Continued
1. It’s normal to have distressing pain during your period It’s normal to have some degree of discomfort during your period … Continued
Written by Ara Journalist Student. I went undercover to use Endometriosis New Zealand’s helpline service, ENDO HELP – here’s what … Continued
AUSTRALIA, Sydney – November 12, 2019 – A new study published today in Journal of Obstetrics Gynaecology Canada has found one in eight … Continued
World Endometriosis Organisations (WEO) represents 200 million with endometriosis globally The World Endometriosis Organisations was officially launched this week. WEO … Continued
On March 13th, 2019 in the Executive Wing of Parliament Buildings known as the Beehive, Wellington, New Zealand, Dr Duncan … Continued
Endometriosis New Zealand (ENZ) are pleased to be co-hosting a meeting at Parliament with Dr Duncan Webb MP for Christchurch … Continued
Endometriosis Endometriosis is a condition where the endometrial tissue, which normally lines the uterus, grows in other sites in the … Continued
DEVILSKIN RELEASE BRAVE NEW TRACK WITH AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE. Releasing 7 September, Devilskin’s new song ‘ENDO’, is a … Continued