Jersey is rolling out updated cervical screening procedures that use more precise testing methods than before. Essentially, this means better detection and potentially earlier intervention for those who need it.

Editor’s Note: Cervical cancer screenings are a big deal—they save lives by catching issues early. With these new, more accurate tests, Jersey is stepping up its healthcare game, giving people better odds of spotting problems before they escalate. It’s a quiet but important win for public health.

A free event in Wolverhampton is offering women a chance to learn about support available for menopause and other health topics. Organizers say it’s all about connecting women with resources and information they might not know exist.

Editor’s Note: Menopause is still a topic that many women navigate with little guidance, and events like this help break the silence. It’s a small but meaningful step toward better awareness and support—something that’s long overdue for a lot of people. Plus, making it free removes a big barrier for those who need it most.

The NHS in England is changing how often it invites women aged 25–49 for cervical screenings. If your last test came back clear, you’ll now get reminders every five years instead of every three. It’s part of an effort to streamline the system, but some might worry about longer gaps between checks.

Norma Swenson, a pioneering co-author of Our Bodies, Ourselves—the groundbreaking book that demystified women’s health and empowered generations—has passed away at 93. A fierce advocate for natural childbirth and bodily autonomy, she helped transform a grassroots project into a global phenomenon that challenged taboos and gave women the tools to take control of their health.

British lawmakers are preparing to vote on a bill that would completely decriminalize abortion in England and Wales. If passed, the new law would ensure that no woman could ever face prosecution for ending a pregnancy, marking a significant shift in reproductive rights policy.

A charity report reveals that Wales has the highest rate of surgical abortions in the UK, a fact doctors find "astonishing" given that Northern Ireland—where abortion was only legalized in 2019—has lower rates. The data suggests Wales may be lagging in access to less invasive abortion methods, like medication, raising concerns about healthcare disparities.