Gynaecology: Understanding Your ‘Normal’ with Dr Emma Hayward - BONUS #2

Описание: “It's really about holistic health, thinking about the menstrual cycle as a sign of overall health, as well as just reproductive health - it’s a vital sign.”  


Welcome to our second bonus episode with Dr Emma Hayward, this time diving deeper into the topics we’ve covered about gynaecology and the menstrual cycle.


Your menstrual cycle is an invaluable window into your overall health, and our resident GP and women’s health expert helps us to clear that window so that you can understand what your cycle’s telling you about your body.


Join us to understand how to ‘find your normal’, and what’s worth checking out with your GP.


🔑 Key Themes

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The menstrual cycle as a vital sign of holistic health

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Body literacy and “knowing your normal”

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Seeking help early and improving quality of life


🎯 Action Items for Listeners

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Pay attention to your menstrual cycle as a health signal

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Develop body literacy and know your personal ‘normal’

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Don’t ignore worries about your reproductive or sexual health

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Notice your normal vs any new changes

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Visit the Women’s Health website for evidence-based health information. 

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Share the podcast and website with other women in the community. 

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Consider how to advocate for women’s health in your local area. 

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Encourage male family members and partners to learn about women’s health issues.


🔗 Connect with us

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Dr Emma Hayward, LinkedIn:   / dremmathurston  

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Marianne Storey, LinkedIn:  / marianne-storey-46938435  

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Anjali Mavi, LinkedIn:  / anjali-mavi-66a5a86  

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Dorset Women CIC Website:https://dorsetwomen.org.uk/

• Women’s Health Support in Dorset:https://ourdorset.org.uk/women/