This week, fellow podcast host Anita Powell joins Lauren Redfern to discuss her work as a community engagement advocate and menopause campaigner. Lauren and Anita discuss the importance of facilitating opportunities in which harder to reach communities may gain access to vital support and information related to their perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms. They broach the topics of diversity, equality, and inclusion in health-related outreach, and spend time thinking about the importance of community-based spaces as a vital resource. In particular, Anita discusses her experience of both attend ..read more

On this episode of the Newson Health Menopause Society podcast, host Lauren Redfern is joined by Consultant Dermatologist with a special interest in vulval disease, Dr Caroline Owen. Along with clarifying when the terms ‘vulva’ and ‘vagina’ should be used, Caroline outlines what a healthy vulva should look like, providing advice and guidance on self-examination and how to spot markers of concern. Caroline takes time to outline the effects of a number of different conditions that can affect our vulval health. In particular, she discusses the impact of Lichen sclerosus – a chronic inflammatory s ..read more

Increasingly we are recognising that the symptoms of the perimenopause and menopause can be easily overlooked, both by those experiencing them and by general practitioners. Being able to appropriately ‘prepare’ for the onset of symptoms is important and evidence suggests that adopting lifestyle modifications early, can prove to be a key component of symptom management. Joining host Lauren Redfern on the podcast to discuss her ongoing PhD research exploring the benefits of early non-pharmacological intervention is Nichola Walker. Nichola is a Registered Nurse who has extensive experience of wor ..read more

Many people experience brain fog as a primary symptom of the perimenopause and menopause. Issues with memory can be very distressing and for many and raise serious concerns regarding whether an evaluation from a memory service may be needed. With increasing anecdotal accounts detailing worries about dementia, it’s important that we consider the cross over and differences between perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms, and syndromes such as dementia. Joining host Lauren Redfern on the podcast is Consultant Admiral Nurse for young onset dementia at Dementia UK, Jules Knight. Lauren and Jules dis ..read more

Around the world approaches to treating the perimenopause and menopause differ. Despite these differences however, the stories of women desperately seeking support for their symptoms resonates globally. Joining host Lauren Redfern to discuss the treatment of the perimenopause and menopause in Western Australia is women’s health GP Dr Sunita Chelva. Dr Chelva highlights how geographic distance can prove a major barrier in Western Australia when it comes to accessing care for the perimenopause and menopause. Drawing upon her own work at holistic women’s health practice Woom in Perth, Dr Chelva r ..read more

On this episode of the Newson Health Menopause Society podcast, host Lauren Redfern is joined by Consultant Medical Oncologist Rebecca Bowen. Together, Lauren and Rebecca discuss the decision-making process involved when patients diagnosed with breast and gynaecological cancers are considering using HRT. Rebecca helps to explain the factors that both patients and clinicians need to consider when approaching treatment and helps to dispel common misconceptions surrounding cancer risk. Rebecca helps to clarify that whilst some patients may not realistically be able to use HRT due to their particu ..read more

Increasingly, we are becoming more aware of the important relationship that exists between what we eat, and how we feel. Often described as our ‘second brain’ the gut is known to house an extensive network of neurons that, just like our actual brains, have a profound impact on our mental state. With research now suggesting that gut bacteria could manufacture about 95 percent of the body's supply of serotonin, it has never been more important to take a look at what we cook. Joining host Lauren Redfern to discuss the connection between the foods we eat, and our subsequent mood, is Newson Health ..read more

Symptoms of the perimenopause and menopause can impact a person’s physical health and wellbeing in a variety of different ways. Whilst HRT can offer relief for many symptoms, alleviating physical discomfort can prove more complex. The role of the physiotherapist in the ongoing care and treatment of those experiencing pain during the perimenopause and menopause can prove essential. Joining host Lauren Redfern on the podcast to discuss the role of the physiotherapist in the treatment of perimenopause and menopause is Deborah Thomas. Deborah is a qualified physiotherapist with a special intere ..read more

20 years on from the infamous Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) study, misinformation regarding the safety and efficacy of HRT continues to circulate. Though current evidence-based research suggests using HRT can in fact lead to positive long term health outcomes, fear and mistrust remains prevalent in certain clinical contexts. To set the record straight and discuss what we really know about use of HRT in the treatment of the perimenopause and menopause, host Lauren Redfern is joined by esteemed clinical researcher and scientist Professor Robert Langer. Professor Langer is Professor Emeritus in ..read more

The role of the allied health care professional in a person’s journey through perimenopausal and menopausal treatment can prove essential. On this episode of the Newson Health Menopause Society podcast, host Lauren Redfern talks to in house Newson Health Pharmacist and Menopause Specialist Hayley Berry. Together, Lauren and Hayley pick apart the important position of the pharmacist and how it relates to a person’s menopausal journey. The episode explores the ways in which pharmacists and other allied health care professionals can upskill themselves in order to feel confident consulting on the ..read more