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ABC News
2 days ago
- Health
- ABC News
Bindi Irwin sparks endometriosis conversation after sharing her story
Bindi Irwin is urging women not to accept endometriosis pain as normal. The 27-year-old's post on social media in 2023 detailing her diagnosis with endometriosis has been liked more than one million times. This week, Ms Irwin stated that after 13 years of fighting for answers, 51 endometriosis lesions, a cyst, two surgeries, and a hernia, it was now time to heal. She said she felt "utterly ashamed" of her pain as her endometriosis symptoms were constantly dismissed. Like many women, Ms Irwin said this eroded her self-esteem, and she was speaking out to help reduce the stigma and secrecy around discussing the condition. Endometriosis is a disease in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows in other parts of the body. About one in 10 of those assigned female at birth have endometriosis. Ebony Nykiel, 26, from Queensland's Sunshine Coast, said Bindi's post resonated with her. She said it took 13 years for her diagnosis of endometriosis. Ms Nykiel said she had her first period at 10, and from the start, her painful symptoms were dismissed by others. Her eventual diagnosis was "bittersweet". She said it was validating to learn she "wasn't crazy" but that she was left with limited treatment options. Ms Nykiel said it wasn't just a woman's issue. "It's everyone's issue," she said. Ms Irwin said she was "slowly, slowly" regaining her strength. "I can FINALLY (sic) say that I'm feeling better. Genuinely healing. I can function in everyday life without wanting to throw up or pass out from the pain," she wrote on social media. "I cannot express the gravity of my emotions as I am beginning to recognise myself again. "I felt utterly ashamed as a teenager and young adult being told that my pain was just part of being a woman. "I felt lesser. I felt hurt. I felt weak." She said others should not have to endure isolation along with the trauma caused by endometriosis. "Young girls and women shouldn't feel alone with pain in the driver's seat of their lives," Ms Irwin said. "We need to take away the stigma of talking about women's health. It's time to have open discussions and make change on a global scale." Jessica Spain, a social worker and PhD candidate at the University of the Sunshine Coast, is researching the experiences of women and girls in regional Queensland accessing an endometriosis diagnosis. She said it was "so common" for them to be dismissed or for their pain to be normalised, misdiagnosed, or mistreated. Miss Spain said it could take six to eight years to be diagnosed. Accessing care, she said, was even more challenging for those who were Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, transgender, non-binary, living with a disability, or in a regional area. "The stigma around it has kept women under wraps for hundreds and thousands of years," she said. "Females are the experts in their own bodies and we know when something's wrong." She said women were often told they were being dramatic or that it was stress-related. Miss Spain said she found Ms Irwin's post empowering. "Endometriosis doesn't discriminate," Miss Spain said. "It's so powerful for her to speak up about that because that will resonate with so many people." Monica Forlano, from Endometriosis Australia, said it was a full-body and potentially lifelong health condition. She said, historically, the female body was not studied in the same way as men's bodies. "It essentially just comes down to medical misogyny," she said. "We know so little about it, it's still a mystery, an enigma." She said that through more funding, research, and awareness, the future was likely brighter for those living with the disease. Ms Forlano said she hoped to see endometriosis discussed more widely in schools with boys and girls of all ages. "It shouldn't be a life-defining condition. People can thrive," Ms Forlano said. "They just need to be seen and heard and listened to."
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Bindi Irwin Says Her Appendix and '51 Endometriosis Lesions' Were Removed in Latest Health Update
Irwin first revealed her endometriosis diagnosis in 2023, after 10 years of chronic pain NEED TO KNOW Bindi Irwin revealed she underwent two extensive surgeries She had 51 endometriosis lesions, a chocolate cyst, and her appendix removed, Irwin said in a health update via Instagram on Wednesday, Aug. 13 She first revealed her diagnosis in 2023 Bindi Irwin shared a health update regarding her endometriosis journey. On Wednesday, Aug. 13, Irwin, 27, posted a selfie on Instagram after recovering from two major surgeries. In the caption, she revealed that she had "51 endometriosis lesions, a chocolate cyst, and my appendix" removed across two surgeries. "My hernia from giving birth that was unzipping - was taken care of," she added. She elaborated, "I can FINALLY say that I'm feeling better. Genuinely healing. I can function in everyday life without wanting to throw up or pass out from the pain. Slowly, slowly gaining my strength back." Irwin then detailed the emotional toll her condition has taken on her life since she was diagnosed 13 years ago. "I cannot express the gravity of my emotions as I am beginning to recognise myself again," she wrote. The environmental conservationist then went on to call out the stigma surrounding women's reproductive healthcare – in particular, the pain of endometriosis. "I felt utterly ashamed as a teenager and young adult being told that my pain was just part of being a woman. I felt lesser. I felt hurt. I felt weak," she recalled. In a call to action, Irwin wrote, "That is not ok. Young girls and women shouldn't feel alone with pain in the driver's seat of their lives. We need to take away the stigma of talking about women's health. It's time to have open discussions and make change on a global scale." In May, Irwin missed the annual Steve Irwin Gala after her appendix ruptured. "I just wanted you to know that I am on the road to recovery, one step at a time. I am so lucky to have so much love in my life from my beautiful family," Irwin wrote in an Instagram caption at the time. "Sending love and light your way and we'll get through this.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Bindi first revealed her endometriosis diagnosis on Instagram in March 2023, explaining that she had gone through 10 years of debilitating symptoms. Bindi and her husband Chandler Powell are parents to 4-year-old daughter Grace. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Bindi Irwin Says Her Appendix and '51 Endometriosis Lesions' Were Removed in Latest Health Update
NEED TO KNOW Bindi Irwin revealed she underwent two extensive surgeries She had 51 endometriosis lesions, a chocolate cyst, and her appendix removed, Irwin said in a health update via Instagram on Wednesday, Aug. 13 She first revealed her diagnosis in 2023 Bindi Irwin shared a health update regarding her endometriosis journey. On Wednesday, Aug. 13, Irwin, 27, posted a selfie on Instagram after recovering from two major surgeries. In the caption, she revealed that she had "51 endometriosis lesions, a chocolate cyst, and my appendix" removed across two surgeries. "My hernia from giving birth that was unzipping - was taken care of," she added. She elaborated, "I can FINALLY say that I'm feeling better. Genuinely healing. I can function in everyday life without wanting to throw up or pass out from the pain. Slowly, slowly gaining my strength back." Irwin then detailed the emotional toll her condition has taken on her life since she was diagnosed 13 years ago. "I cannot express the gravity of my emotions as I am beginning to recognise myself again," she wrote. The environmental conservationist then went on to call out the stigma surrounding women's reproductive healthcare – in particular, the pain of endometriosis. "I felt utterly ashamed as a teenager and young adult being told that my pain was just part of being a woman. I felt lesser. I felt hurt. I felt weak," she recalled. In a call to action, Irwin wrote, "That is not ok. Young girls and women shouldn't feel alone with pain in the driver's seat of their lives. We need to take away the stigma of talking about women's health. It's time to have open discussions and make change on a global scale." In May, Irwin missed the annual Steve Irwin Gala after her appendix ruptured. "I just wanted you to know that I am on the road to recovery, one step at a time. I am so lucky to have so much love in my life from my beautiful family," Irwin wrote in an Instagram caption at the time. "Sending love and light your way and we'll get through this.' Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Bindi first revealed her endometriosis diagnosis on Instagram in March 2023, explaining that she had gone through 10 years of debilitating symptoms. Bindi and her husband Chandler Powell are parents to 4-year-old daughter Grace. Read the original article on People
Daily Mirror
06-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Sad fortune Steve Irwin left his wife and kids as they went into debt
Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin left a surprising amount to his wife Terri and their two children following his tragic death as they struggled with debt and grief Wildlife warrior Steve Irwin became a global household name thanks to his passion for conservation and getting up close to crocodiles. Despite his huge success, his family were left struggling in more ways than one when he died. Steve worked hard, having starred in popular series The Crocodile Hunter, Croc Files, and The Crocodile Hunter Diaries. He also landed his very own film, The Crocodile Hunter: Collision Course, which was a box office hit grossing in an impressive $33.4 million. However, at the time of his death Steve left his wife Terri, 61, and their children Robert, 21, and Bindi, 27, a surprisingly small inheritance. It comes after Sir Michael Palin says he is preparing for the end of his life in sad update. Instead of handing down riches to his beloved family, Steve's life insurance policy totalled $200,000 (£98,000), according to The figure may be surprising to fans considering Steve's fame, but he invested money into Australia Zoo. Proving how deep rooted his love for conservation was, Steve reinvested most of his earnings into the Queensland animal facility, which Robert and Bindi are expected to inherit one day. Last year, Steve's widow Terri revealed how his death left the family in a tough financial situation. She revealed the majority of money Steve made went straight back into his conservation and keeping Australia Zoo open. "Everything was reinvested into conservation work," Terri told the Australian Financial Review. "I was in debt... and Steve's life insurance, I think, was the sum total of $200,000, which didn't even cover half of one week's payroll." Steve had established a 10-year business plan before his death, which helped his family massively. Terri explained he made it "ironclad" to prevent "some crazy person sweep in from some distant family connection and try to take everything." Steve tragically died at the age 44 when he was fatally stung by a stingray in September 2006. A proud dad of two, Irwin's son and daughter were just three and eight years old at the time. His children have been carrying on their father's legacy through conservation work. Last year, they marked the 18th anniversary of Steve's death with emotional tributes online. Daughter Bindi shared a snap of her famous dad holding a huge crocodile as she shared: "It is an honour to help continue the work you started. Your legacy lives on in our family, our team, Australia Zoo, Wildlife Warriors and The Crocodile Hunter Lodge. Hope to make you proud." Robert also shared his own post featuring a snap of Steve looking nonchalant as he held a film camera on his shoulders while filming a fully grown crocodile. Steve was sitting in a little boat to keep safe as the crocodile leapt up from the water. Robert simply captioned the photo with a heart emoji and a crocodile emoji. He had previously shared home video footage of his famous dad exploring the Irwins' Australia Zoo on a motorcycle, leaving fans emotional. Robert said: "Some of my fondest and earliest memories were on that bike. It brings back so many memories. Every time I get on that bike and ride the same route around Australia Zoo he did, it means so much that this piece of machinery that he loved and used every day."
The Advertiser
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Advertiser
Irwin says Prince William 'truly cares' about nature
Conservationist Robert Irwin can see that Prince William "truly cares" about the environment. The 21-year-old son of late Crocodile Hunter star Steve Irwin recently teamed up with the heir to the British throne after he was was named a Global Ambassador for the Prince of Wales' Earthshot Prize. Ahead of the two joining forces again at the London Climate Action Week, Irwin said the royal is clearly dedicated to "putting a spotlight" on the issue. He told The Sunday Mirror newspaper: "I love being around passionate people, it inspires me. The prince is just that - passionate, curious and thoughtful. I've been fortunate enough to share many great discussions about the things we love about the natural world. And it's clear that he has a profound love for wildlife and wild places. "He knows that he can put a spotlight on people making a real difference. He takes this responsibility very seriously, and he has a great ability to direct attention to where it needs to be. He is very compassionate and works hard to make sure that his conservation efforts benefit people as much as the environment. "I am always impressed by his knowledge and dedication and in the conversations I have had with him, I often learn something new. Most importantly though, he truly cares about a healthy planet for our future generations." He said: "I have the privilege of carrying on a conservation legacy that my dad and my family created, and that is something very important to me. It makes me feel incredibly excited and hopeful when I get to join forces with like-minded causes dedicated to making the world a better place. To be part of an initiative that shares the values of our own charity efforts through Wildlife Warriors is a great honour." Conservationist Robert Irwin can see that Prince William "truly cares" about the environment. The 21-year-old son of late Crocodile Hunter star Steve Irwin recently teamed up with the heir to the British throne after he was was named a Global Ambassador for the Prince of Wales' Earthshot Prize. Ahead of the two joining forces again at the London Climate Action Week, Irwin said the royal is clearly dedicated to "putting a spotlight" on the issue. He told The Sunday Mirror newspaper: "I love being around passionate people, it inspires me. The prince is just that - passionate, curious and thoughtful. I've been fortunate enough to share many great discussions about the things we love about the natural world. And it's clear that he has a profound love for wildlife and wild places. "He knows that he can put a spotlight on people making a real difference. He takes this responsibility very seriously, and he has a great ability to direct attention to where it needs to be. He is very compassionate and works hard to make sure that his conservation efforts benefit people as much as the environment. "I am always impressed by his knowledge and dedication and in the conversations I have had with him, I often learn something new. Most importantly though, he truly cares about a healthy planet for our future generations." He said: "I have the privilege of carrying on a conservation legacy that my dad and my family created, and that is something very important to me. It makes me feel incredibly excited and hopeful when I get to join forces with like-minded causes dedicated to making the world a better place. To be part of an initiative that shares the values of our own charity efforts through Wildlife Warriors is a great honour." Conservationist Robert Irwin can see that Prince William "truly cares" about the environment. The 21-year-old son of late Crocodile Hunter star Steve Irwin recently teamed up with the heir to the British throne after he was was named a Global Ambassador for the Prince of Wales' Earthshot Prize. Ahead of the two joining forces again at the London Climate Action Week, Irwin said the royal is clearly dedicated to "putting a spotlight" on the issue. He told The Sunday Mirror newspaper: "I love being around passionate people, it inspires me. The prince is just that - passionate, curious and thoughtful. I've been fortunate enough to share many great discussions about the things we love about the natural world. And it's clear that he has a profound love for wildlife and wild places. "He knows that he can put a spotlight on people making a real difference. He takes this responsibility very seriously, and he has a great ability to direct attention to where it needs to be. He is very compassionate and works hard to make sure that his conservation efforts benefit people as much as the environment. "I am always impressed by his knowledge and dedication and in the conversations I have had with him, I often learn something new. Most importantly though, he truly cares about a healthy planet for our future generations." He said: "I have the privilege of carrying on a conservation legacy that my dad and my family created, and that is something very important to me. It makes me feel incredibly excited and hopeful when I get to join forces with like-minded causes dedicated to making the world a better place. To be part of an initiative that shares the values of our own charity efforts through Wildlife Warriors is a great honour." Conservationist Robert Irwin can see that Prince William "truly cares" about the environment. The 21-year-old son of late Crocodile Hunter star Steve Irwin recently teamed up with the heir to the British throne after he was was named a Global Ambassador for the Prince of Wales' Earthshot Prize. Ahead of the two joining forces again at the London Climate Action Week, Irwin said the royal is clearly dedicated to "putting a spotlight" on the issue. He told The Sunday Mirror newspaper: "I love being around passionate people, it inspires me. The prince is just that - passionate, curious and thoughtful. I've been fortunate enough to share many great discussions about the things we love about the natural world. And it's clear that he has a profound love for wildlife and wild places. "He knows that he can put a spotlight on people making a real difference. He takes this responsibility very seriously, and he has a great ability to direct attention to where it needs to be. He is very compassionate and works hard to make sure that his conservation efforts benefit people as much as the environment. "I am always impressed by his knowledge and dedication and in the conversations I have had with him, I often learn something new. Most importantly though, he truly cares about a healthy planet for our future generations." He said: "I have the privilege of carrying on a conservation legacy that my dad and my family created, and that is something very important to me. It makes me feel incredibly excited and hopeful when I get to join forces with like-minded causes dedicated to making the world a better place. To be part of an initiative that shares the values of our own charity efforts through Wildlife Warriors is a great honour."
