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FIGO has a vision that women of the world achieve the highest possible standards of health and wellbeing throughout their lives #SDGs #SRHR #HealthForAll

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Five years ago in Mali, abortion was not even mentioned in hospitals, government ministries, or among OBGYNs.

After the FIGO Advocating for Safe Abortion (ASA) project began in Mali, Dr Youssouf Traoré, then president of the Malian Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics and national coordinator, saw changes. Now, as secretary general of the African Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics (SAGO), he observes progress across twenty African countries with different laws and realities.

The ASA project and its communities of practice have contributed to breaking the silence and restoring dignity, in addition to new laws and training.

Read more about the Community of Practice's impact on women's rights in West Africa: https://t.co/PujxFgDgLJ

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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 & 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://t.co/j0SACVuZhd

#HeavyMenstrualBleeding #MenstrualHealth #WomensHealth

[FIGO HQ @FIGOHQ]

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

📅 Envío de resúmenes y propuestas de sesiones: 18 sept. 2026
🔗 Empieza a preparar tu contribución: https://t.co/IABZwdbzH6

#FIGO2027 #SaludDeLasMujeres #OBGYN #SaludGlobal

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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.

Ready to strengthen your leadership impact? Find out more here: https://t.co/jcByJysuUI

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Your research can help shape the future of women’s health. Abstract and session submissions for #FIGO2027 open 18 Sept 2026.

Share your research, ideas and solutions with the global community.
🔗 Start preparing: https://t.co/MGxgbbW038

#WomensHealth #OBGYN #GlobalHealth

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The FIGO Committee on Women at Menopausal Age, in collaboration with the @IntlMenopause (IMS), has published a joint position paper in the International Journal of Gynecology & 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://t.co/S5oSH4uLJk

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A new consensus review from the FIGO Committee on Women's Cancer, published in the International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics (IJGO), makes the case for surgical de-escalation in select patients with early-stage cervical cancer, a shift that could spare thousands of women radical surgery each year while preserving fertility.

Find out more: https://t.co/L0qTvqW4DW

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Conozca al Comité del Programa Científico (CPC) de #FIGO2027.

Expertos internacionales en salud de las mujeres dan forma a un programa centrado en la innovación, la equidad y la excelencia.

Más información: https://t.co/SjKlrKLu48

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🚨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 & Spanish

✅ Register now: https://t.co/MrHkPBtGuL @iugaoffice

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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://t.co/8MGa4iXQ9M

#EndFistula #FistulaCare #FIGO #GlobalHealth #Surgery

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Meet the Scientific Programme Committee (SPC) for #FIGO2027.
Bringing together global experts in clinical practice, research, education and policy, the SPC is shaping a programme focused on innovation, equity and excellence in women’s health.
Learn more: https://t.co/05WehdEXOc

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The East, Central and Southern Africa College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Community of Practice (ECSACOG-CoP) is advancing regional advocacy on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR).

🎥 In this video, discover 9 affirmations from ECSACOG-CoP and join the call for action.

Access to sexual and reproductive health and rights is a vital human right for every woman and girl.

Keep an eye out for the full position statement which will be published soon.

#SRHR #SexualAndReproductiveHealth #ReproductiveRights @IPPFAR @ecsacog

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Recurrent miscarriage care is evolving. Join international experts from the FIGO Committee on Reproductive Medicine, Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) for a practical, evidence-based webinar exploring age-related aneuploidy, cervical incompetence and metabolic health, with actionable insights to improve patient outcomes.

This Thursday, 13 August, 12:00-13:30 UTC

🌏 English with live interpretation in French & Spanish

✅ Register now: https://t.co/bS7DdrL8ru

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Maternal and perinatal mortality remains unacceptably high in many low- and middle-income countries, but #FemTech has the potential to improve access to quality care, empower women and support healthcare providers. 🌍

A new special article in the International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics from the FIGO Committee on Women’s Health and Technology introduces a practical framework to help countries implement FemTech safely, equitably and sustainably – moving beyond pilot projects while strengthening, not replacing, health systems.

Access here: https://t.co/HfMDVylLdk

#MaternalHealth #DigitalHealth #GlobalHealth #WomensHealth

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

To protect health & support #breastfeeding, women need:
💟 Paid maternity leave - preferably 6+ months – in line with WHO recommendations for exclusive breastfeeding
💟 Time off for breastfeeding or expressing milk upon return to work
💟 Breastfeeding-friendly workplaces & affordable childcare

https://t.co/6dZ9kn9vkM

#WorldBreastfeedingWeek

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Too many mothers still lack access to services and interventions that enable and support breastfeeding.

During this #WorldBreastfeedingWeek, @WHO and @UNICEF are urging countries to take action to give every child a healthy start in life.

https://t.co/fH3VhDobEn

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Call for consultant services for the evaluation of the Fistula Surgery Training Initiative 📢

FIGO is seeking a consultant, or team of consultants, to conduct a programme evaluation that will assess the achievements of the programme to date and, to a greater extent, examine the programme’s current design, activities and implementation to strategically inform the Initiative’s future direction.

Proposal submission deadline: 16 August 2026

Find out more and submit your proposal today: https://t.co/asYQRLv3Tu

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📘 *Nursing Care for Women with Childbirth Injuries* is now available in Portuguese.

Written by Ishbel Campbell, with contributing author Ian Shane Asiimwe, this practical, evidence-based resource supports healthcare professionals caring for women living with obstetric fistula and severe childbirth injuries.

Published by UCIF and FIGO, the guide provides essential support for delivering high-quality care before, during and after surgery – helping to improve outcomes and enhance the patient experience.

Now available in English, French and Portuguese 🌍

Together, we can strengthen quality care and improve outcomes for women affected by childbirth injuries worldwide.

Access here: https://t.co/cRlPfte8w1

#FistulaCare #NursingEducation #MaternalHealth #ObstetricFistula #GlobalHealth #NursingLeadership

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In this episode of the FIGO Podcast, Dr Atziri Ramírez-Negrin is joined by Dr Margit Endler, Dr Rubina Sohail and Dr Brenda Urbina to explore the pervading issue of violence against OBGYN healthcare providers.

The episode highlights the complex factors contributing to workplace violence including insufficient healthcare resources, unmet patient expectations and lack of training and protocols to report and respond to incidents of violence. Speakers also discuss incident management and prevention strategies to ensure all healthcare providers can deliver care without fear of violence or abuse.

⚠️ Content warning: This episode discusses incidents of workplace violence that may be distressing for some listeners.

🎧 Listen now: https://t.co/0DxxlKzPqe

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🌍 We are FIGO.

Across 140+ countries, our global community of obstetrics and gynaecology professionals works together to advance the health and rights of women and girls.

Through education, research, advocacy and capacity strengthening, we turn evidence into action and strengthen health systems — reaching those who need care most.

We are deeply grateful to our members, volunteers and partners whose expertise, commitment and collaboration make this work possible. Together, we are shaping a safer, healthier future for all. 💜

Watch the full video and learn more about FIGO via our website: https://t.co/ITBXMkkDeu