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This week we’re revisiting our most popular episode from February 2024, with Dr. Deirdre Lundy, a specialist in women’s health and menopause, and author of The Menopause. Dr. Lundy shares her expertise on the physical and emotional changes of menopause, offering practical tips for managing symptoms like hot flushes, mood changes, weight gain, and vaginal health.

We also tackle myths about treatment options for women post-cancer or with a family history of cancer, and highlight solutions for those unable to use HRT. Whether you’re navigating menopause yourself or supporting a loved one, this episode is packed with understanding and empowering guidance. Tune in to revisit this open and honest conversation!

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This week we’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes from April 2023, with Dr. Sarah Callaghan, a GP specializing in women’s health and a true champion for women. In this episode, we dive into the big questions around perimenopause and menopause, including how to manage loneliness and anxiety, whether testosterone can boost libido, and what to do about the seemingly inevitable weight gain.

This episode is for anyone going through menopause or perimenopause, as well as their partners, friends, and colleagues who want to better understand and support them. With Dr. Callaghan’s insights, you’ll feel empowered to seek help and reassured that you’re not alone on this journey. Tune in to revisit this open and honest conversation!

Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations.

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In this episode, I chat with Dr. Clare Cromwell, a leading menopause specialist and GP based in Cork, about empowering women to take charge of their midlife health. We discuss the role of muscle strength in cognitive health, how strength training can help prevent dementia, and why estrogen is vital for bone density. Dr. Cromwell offers practical advice on navigating perimenopause, menopause, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and pelvic floor health.

We also dive into the challenges of researching estrogen, the potential for self-monitoring technologies in the future, and how fluctuating hormone levels impact women during perimenopause. Dr. Cromwell highlights the connection between muscle health and brain health, the importance of lifestyle choices, and the need for early menopause education to foster understanding and empathy from a young age.

From tackling bone, muscle, and brain health to advocating for cultural shifts that prioritise strength and self-acceptance, this episode is packed with insights to help women embrace midlife with confidence. Tune in for a thoughtful and inspiring conversation!

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Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don’t forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations.