Women’s Health

We understand that women’s health encompasses a variety of physical, emotional, and lifestyle factors. That’s why we take a holistic approach, ensuring that each patient receives personalized care and support. Whether you’re seeking advice on reproductive health, managing menopause, or addressing any other health concerns, our team is here to help you achieve and maintain optimal well-being.

Your health and comfort are our top priorities. We strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment where you can feel confident and empowered in your healthcare journey.

Cervical Smears

All eligible women 25 – 64 years of age will be sent information for cervical smears. From the age of 25-50 smears need to be taken every 3 years, after the age of 50 this needs to happen within every 5 years. This is a simple, painless procedure, carried out by the nurse, and enables early detection of changes that can prevent more serious conditions occurring.

Menopause

If you would like information or advice relating to the menopause, please make an appointment to see the Doctor or Nurse.

For more info visit www.menopausematters.co.uk and https://rockmymenopause.com

For info about Premature Ovarian Failure please visit https://www.daisynetwork.org

Pregnancy

If you think you are pregnant, you can refer yourself directly into the midwifery services by following the link to their portal here https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk/selfreferral/
or if you prefer you can arrange an appointment with your GP who will then refer you to the maternity services.

Once referred, an appointment will be sent to you, from your midwife, for you to be seen when you are around 12 weeks pregnant.  After your 12-week booking appointment, care during your pregnancy will be shared between the GPs and the midwife.  Appointments will be made on a regular basis to ensure your pregnancy is progressing normally.

Other advice and information

For sexual health advice please visit  nhs sexual health – Search – NHS.UK (www.nhs.uk)

For contraceptive choices info please visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/contraception/

For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) advice please visit https://www.verity-pcos.org.uk

For info on Endometriosis visit  https://www.endometriosis-uk.org

For info on all other women’s health issues from Bacterial Vaginosis to Vaginal Discharge please visit Health A to Z – NHS (www.nhs.uk) where you can type in any health condition and land at the correct page with all the help and advice you may need.  

https://theridgemedicalpractice.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Womans-health-matters.pdf

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