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‘Surgery saved my life’: Singer RuthAnne on living with endometriosis

27 September - 18 mins
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Singer RuthAnne posted a video on social media which has struck a chord with many women. She spoke about suffering a pain flare up due to endometriosis. 

Andrea was joined by RuthAnne and listener Ali to discuss...

Image: X via @thisisruthanne

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