It can cause anxiety, insomnia and heart problems. That's why we must screen every woman over 40 for this condition, says MARIELLA FROSTRUP - it could save the NHS millions

Imagine if, at 12, girls were invited for a health check-up to discuss changes they might experience, their GP failed to mention periods. There would rightly be a national outcry.

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