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What to be aware of
We try to maintain a view of the latest research that is reputable and publicly available (though sometimes only the abstract can be accessed without payment) on our page. Much current UK guidance does not seem to go beyond the 2024 BMJ article and its findings. We are questioning why this is.
Latest view from Centre of Sexual and Reproductive Health
The CoSRH provide guidance to UK healthcare professionals on Depo-Provera. This guidance is being reviewed in 2026 and the risk of meningioma is in scope.
Clinical guidelines – last updated 2023
Statement after BMJ study 2024
Summary on hormonal contraceptives and brain tumour risk 2026 – for the public
Statement on progestogens and meningioma 2026 – for clinicians
What patients need to know from London skull base specialists
A summary on Depo-Provera and meningioma risk by a UK based team of base skull surgeons. It includes an overview of some of the research and signs of a potential brain tumour.
Brain tumour sign and symptoms
This is an overview of signs and symptoms of a brain tumour, and what to do next, from the Brain Tumour Charity.
If you are concerned
Seek medical advice
Don’t panic. Do seek medical advice from your GP. If you are having vision issues, your optician will be able to help too.
General Depo-Provera support groups
Depo Provera – Women supporting women (Facebook; Private group)
We sometimes get contacted by people concerned with other issues they think are related to Depo-Provera. We direct them here. There are many other groups on Facebook. Check if they are public or private when considering what to post.