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FIGO FIGO is the largest alliance of national obstetricians and gynaecologists societies, uniting more than 140 countries. Website: www.figo.org

We harness our collective expertise to close critical gaps in women's healthcare. Together, we shape a safer, healthier future for all. The International Federation of Obstetrics and Gynecology (FIGO) is the world’s largest alliance of national obstetricians and gynaecologists (OBGYNS) societies. We harness our collective expertise to close critical gaps in women's healthcare, strengthen health sy

stems and ensure every woman has access to lifesaving medical services. FIGO unites women’s health professionals in more than 140 countries. Our geographic reach and professional networks are crucial to share knowledge, foster global collaboration and reduce disparities in healthcare.

Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) affects up to half of menstruating girls and women – yet 50–80% never seek medical care, ...
23/08/2026

Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) affects up to half of menstruating girls and women – yet 50–80% never seek medical care, turning instead to the Internet for answers.

A new systematic assessment in the International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics (IJGO), by the FIGO Committee on Menstrual Disorders and Related Health Impacts, found that online patient education materials on HMB often suffer from poor readability, a lack of visual aids and critical content gaps or inaccuracies.

These gaps risk delaying care and spreading misinformation. The committee calls for better knowledge translation – accurate, accessible, patient-friendly content on HMB.

📖 Read the full article in theIJGO:https://ow.ly/yzK350ZAykQ

Tu investigación puede contribuir a impulsar el futuro de la salud de las mujeres.Dentro de un mes, se abrirán las convo...
22/08/2026

Tu investigación puede contribuir a impulsar el futuro de la salud de las mujeres.

Dentro de un mes, se abrirán las convocatorias para el envío de resúmenes y propuestas de sesiones para FIGO Montreal 2027.

Bajo el lema «Impulsar la innovación, la equidad y la excelencia en la salud de las mujeres», el Congreso reunirá a la comunidad internacional para compartir investigaciones, ideas y soluciones que puedan mejorar la atención de las mujeres y las niñas en todo el mundo.

Ya sea que tu trabajo contribuya a impulsar la innovación, abordar las desigualdades o promover la excelencia en la atención, tu aportación puede formar parte de esta conversación global.

Las convocatorias se abrirán el 18 de septiembre de 2026.

Empieza a preparar tu contribución hoy mismo: https://ow.ly/EKMt50ZBUU5

Access our online course aimed at closing gender gaps in health leadership has launched on the FIGO Knowledge Hub. It eq...
21/08/2026

Access our online course aimed at closing gender gaps in health leadership has launched on the FIGO Knowledge Hub. It equips OBGYNs and other health professionals with practical skills to advance equity across health system leadership.

By equipping health professionals with skills to lead more inclusively, FIGO aims to support more equitable health systems – and ultimately, better outcomes for women and communities worldwide.

Ready to strengthen your leadership impact? Find out more here: https://www.figo.org/news/who-leads-matters-new-course-targets-gender-imbalance-global-health-leadership

Your research can help advance the future of women’s health.In one month, submissions will open for FIGO Montréal 2027.U...
20/08/2026

Your research can help advance the future of women’s health.

In one month, submissions will open for FIGO Montréal 2027.

Under the theme 'Advancing innovation, equity and excellence in women’s health', the Congress will bring together the global community to share research, ideas and solutions that can improve care for women and girls worldwide.

Whether your work is advancing innovation, addressing inequities or supporting excellence in care, your contribution can be part of the global conversation.

Submissions open 18 September 2026.

Start preparing today: https://ow.ly/6Cjq50ZBUh0

19/08/2026

🌍 Symposium: Hormone therapy (HT) in women with premature ovarian insufficiency or early menopause: time to think of a new paradigm for healthy aging.

Join IMS and FIGO for the next event in our Partnership Symposia Series, exploring in depth the themes raised in our newly published joint position paper in Climacteric and the International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics (IJGO).

Moderated by Prof. Chiara Benedetto (FIGO) and Prof. Nick Panay (IMS), the session will feature:

🎙 Prof. Chiara Benedetto - POI and Early Menopause: The Global Picture
🎙 Prof. Nick Panay - Management of POI/EM: Hormone Therapy and Alternatives
🎙 Prof. Rossella Nappi - How to Diagnose POI and Counsel on Psychosexual Impact
🎙 Prof. Suvarna Khadilkar - Transforming POI Care: Lifestyle Medicine for a Healthier Future

📅 Wednesday 26th August, 2026
🕒 10:30 CEST | 9:30 BST
💻 Online | Free to attend | Live Q&A included
⏰ Register today: https://events.zoom.us/ev/ApneCokSTg-eFLXxUAnFqaGgpsm9fqpeGnwHNb6bByc4I0gmwhut~Ansde-KhGPzzTA9gU9YQqW-lJIkEATgFYbZOjzK-ulwrsCpSuF2znwvElYaggeawCcFbb3JiUY5H5Jk6LfzyZIXXLw

This session is part of the IMS Partnership Symposia Series, bringing together global experts to share evidence-based insights across women's health. As part of this series, the IMS continues its commitment to advancing understanding and supporting best practice care for women during the menopause transition and beyond.

📣 Please share this post, tag your colleagues, and help us reach more healthcare professionals around the world.

🔹This symposium has been supported by an unrestricted educational grant from Bayer. Bayer has no role in the selection of topics or speakers and has not vetted or reviewed the content of the speaker's presentations.

The FIGO Committee on Women at Menopausal Age, in collaboration with the International Menopause Society (IMS), has publ...
18/08/2026

The FIGO Committee on Women at Menopausal Age, in collaboration with the International Menopause Society (IMS), has published a joint position paper in the International Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics (IJGO) calling for a globally coordinated effort to strengthen awareness, professional education and research on premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) and early menopause (EM).

The paper seeks to ensure equitable access to multidisciplinary care, with the goal of improving women's health and supporting the long-term sustainability of healthcare systems.

Read more: https://www.figo.org/news/call-new-approach-hormone-therapy-poi-and-early-menopause

Conozca al Comité del Programa Científico (CPC) de FIGO Montréal 2027.El CPC reúne experiencia internacional en práctica...
14/08/2026

Conozca al Comité del Programa Científico (CPC) de FIGO Montréal 2027.

El CPC reúne experiencia internacional en práctica clínica, investigación, educación y políticas de salud para contribuir al desarrollo de un programa científico que refleje la amplitud de la salud de las mujeres.

Guiado por el tema del Congreso, « Impulsando la innovación, la equidad y la excelencia en la salud de las mujeres », el programa abordará temas clave en diversas especialidades, incluidos el dolor, la anemia y la obesidad, al tiempo que fomentará el intercambio de conocimientos, las perspectivas prácticas y la colaboración mundial.

Conozca al CPC y siga el camino hacia : https://ow.ly/H6qb50Zzpvf

🚨FIGO webinar alertJoin leading international experts for a practical webinar on the surgical management of vault prolap...
14/08/2026

🚨FIGO webinar alert

Join leading international experts for a practical webinar on the surgical management of vault prolapse, exploring abdominal, endoscopic and vaginal approaches. Gain valuable insights, technical tips and evidence-based guidance to help tailor treatment decisions and improve outcomes for women affected by this challenging condition.

Thursday 10 September, 12:00-13:30 UTC

🌏 English with live interpretation in French and Spanish

✅ Register now: https://figo.ooo/4pVGtRU International Urogynecological Association (IUGA)

Following the 10th meeting of the Fistula Expert Advisory Group (EAG), Dr Andrew Browning, FIGO Trainer and Chair of the...
13/08/2026

Following the 10th meeting of the Fistula Expert Advisory Group (EAG), Dr Andrew Browning, FIGO Trainer and Chair of the EAG reflects on how far fistula care has come since the FIGO Fistula Surgery Training Initiative (FSTI) was established.

As the global effort to eliminate fistula faces new challenges, the EAG is looking ahead – strengthening collaboration, expanding research and advancing evidence-based fistula care.

Discover Dr Browning’s latest FIGO blog to learn more about the EAG’s priorities and the urgent need for more passionate surgeons to join the cause: https://ow.ly/UR1i50Zzpnv

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