WHO WE ARE

Small Beginnings

Here at Endometriosis Awareness Atlantic, we know that sometimes all it takes to change the world is a little support. Since its founding in 2020, EAA has been making an impact as the first Atlantic Canadian resource for endometriosis information and support. The core of our efforts is to provide relevant, local information, raise funds for research, and build a community for those living in the Atlantic provinces diagnosed with endometriosis.

WHAT WE DO

Making A Difference

At Endometriosis Awareness Atlantic, we are dedicated to providing accurate and up-to-date information. Many websites, including some national health organizations, have incorrect or incomplete information about endo. The resources you'll find here are reviewed and fact-checked regularly so you know you're getting the right information. Reach out if there's an impactful resource you think should be featured on this site!

AWARENESS AND SUPPORT

Building a community

With the mission always in mind, EAA is working to raise awareness throughout the Atlantic provinces (and beyond) while providing those with endometriosis a safe, open community.

RESOURCES

Expert Information on Endometriosis

EAA is committed to providing true and current information. Explore the Resources page for endometriosis facts and other organizations that are making a difference in the endo community!

Endometriosis Awareness Month

March was originally established as Endometriosis Awareness week in 1993. Where It Began “When all you know is pain, you don't know that...

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What Is Endometriosis?

The basics about endometriosis and when to talk to your doctor. Endometriosis is a severe condition that 1 in 10 menstruating people...

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Self Care During A Flare

When a flare-up happens, there are ways to help alleviate some of the symptoms. Try a combo of any of these to find what works best for...

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FACTS & FIGURES

In Numbers

1 IN 10

Number of women & an unstudied number of non-binary people have endometriosis

Endometriosis affects so many people yet it is still under-researched, under-funded, and misunderstood by most of the population and medical community. By advocating for ourselves and others, we can help decrease the amount of time it takes.

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Number of cures for endometriosis

That's correct: there is not one single cure for endometriosis. Not birth control, pregnancy, hysterectomy, or ablation (burning of the endo lesions). The gold standard for endometriosis treatment is excision surgery.

7 TO 10

Number of years on average that it takes to get diagnosed with endometriosis

Doctors and other medical professionals are still very quick to dismiss menstrual pain. Concepts like "Periods are supposed to be painful" and the taboo of discussing menstruation openly lead to people second-guessing themselves or being told that it's all in their head.