More than half of women would rather suffer in silence with a female health condition at work than tell their employer, a study has found.
A poll of 2,000 adults, who are biologically female, found six in 10 would not feel comfortable discussing topics such as menstrual cramps, smear tests, breast examinations, or menopause with a manager.
The main reasons for staying quiet include feeling awkward and uncomfortable (40%), being embarrassed (36%), and a fear of being portrayed as a slacker to colleagues (22%).
