{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/6abcd20c58bacc11cb7d123e?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Louth TD Demands Better Support for Women Living with PMOS - 30/09/2026","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/1790758173707-1b7d8e0e-89fe-482a-ba0e-e24aad2aae91.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>A new call is being made for earlier diagnosis and better access to care for the thousands of women in Ireland living with Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome, or PMOS.</p><p><br></p><p>The condition, formerly known as PCOS, affects around one in ten women and can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. </p><p><br></p><p>Mental health challenges are also common, yet many women still face difficulties getting a diagnosis and accessing appropriate care.</p><p><br></p><p>Louth Fianna Fáil TD Erin McGreehan is hosting a briefing on the issue, where former Miss Ireland Chelsea Farrell will share her experience of living with PMOS, alongside Professor Michael O’Reilly, Consultant Endocrinologist at Beaumont Hospital. </p><p><br></p><p>Deputy McGreehan joined us on The Agenda this morning to tell us more.</p>","author_name":"lmfm "}