PMDD awareness campaign - GP surgeries in Thanet

Did you know PMDD affects 5-8% menstruating individuals — and most don't know they have it, let alone that support is available?

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We're working with GP surgeries in East Kent to change that. Our 8-week awareness pilot campaign launches in Spring 2026, placing PMDD information, symptom checklists and support resources in GP waiting rooms across Thanet. This supports our NHS advocacy work where we have been delivering PMDD training sessions for healthcare staff.

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If you're sitting in a waiting room right now feeling like something is wrong every month before your period — you might be looking at the answer.

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What is PMDD?

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a severe hormone-sensitive mood disorder that causes depression, anxiety, rage and suicidal thoughts in the one to two weeks before a period. It affects 5–8% of people who menstruate and is often misdiagnosed as depression or bipolar disorder. In our 2025 survey of menstruators in Thanet, 69% reported feelings of hopelessness, self-harm or suicidal thoughts before their period — yet only 5% had a PMDD diagnosis. This clear disparity between suffering and awareness kickstarted us into action to launch this campaign.

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What we're placing in surgeries

• PMDD symptom checklists

• Information posters about PMDD and how to seek diagnosis

• QR codes linking to our full Thanet PMDD report and support resources

• Awareness emails for GP staff

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Think you might have PMDD?

Take our free symptom quiz to find out — and download our free guide to talking to your GP about PMDD.

 

Are you a GP or healthcare professional?

We work closely with GP practices and PCNs across Thanet to improve PMDD awareness and referral pathways. If you'd like to get involved in your area or find out more about referring patients to our support programmes please get in touch via email: lisa@theredrebelcollective.com