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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Jessie Thompson

Viagra gets better funding than women’s health, says Laura Bates

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It’s time to recognise that “all women’s healthcare is in crisis”, said Everyday Sexism founder Laura Bates.

In an exclusive by The Independent earlier this month, leading health experts warned that “threadbare” NHS maternity care is leaving new mothers dangerously at risk, as mental health and community services are being slashed.

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