Endometriosis awareness takes center stage at Linbro Park picnic
As Endometriosis Awareness Month comes to a close, HOT 1027 News reports that a local activist is inviting residents to a powerful and uplifting event this weekend — The Great Endo Picnic in Linbro Park.
Hosted by 37-year-old Hlengiwe Shakung, a passionate advocate and “African Endo Warrior,” the picnic is an open invitation to anyone who wants to learn more about the disease, connect with others, or share their journey.
While HOT 1027 is not a sponsor of the picnic, nor the organisation of the event, HOT 1027 News has spent the month spotlighting the signs, symptoms, and stigma around endometriosis — a condition often misdiagnosed or dismissed. Hlengiwe knows this struggle well, having undergone one emergency surgery, four laparoscopies, and consultations with three gynaecologists before receiving her diagnosis.
“Finally knowing I wasn’t crazy was a relief,” she says. “But realizing there’s no cure was also heartbreaking.”
The Great Endo Picnic promises a warm, informative afternoon featuring health talks on endometriosis, menopause, and femininity. Dr. Neelan Pillay from Sandton Mediclinic will be on hand, and performances by Jamali and Lily Million will set the vibe.
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