Managing perimenopause like the seasons with Kate Codrington
Managing perimenopause like the seasons with Kate Codrington
The perimenopause can be confusing and overwhelming but there are loads of ways to manage your symptoms. In this video, mentor and therapist Kate Codrington shares her strategy of treating your journey through the hormonal changes like changes in seasons. She also shares her thoughts on the importance of journaling for making sense of the life-change as well as ensuring you have a supportive community around you.
Kate Codrington
Kate is a mentor, author, speaker, facilitator, artist and podcaster. Throughout her career she has focused on supporting those living with menopause.
Why is Lichen Sclerosus still so misunderstood? | Dr Rosalind Simpson
Why is Lichen Sclerosus still so misunderstood? | Dr Rosalind Simpson
1 in every 100 women in the UK suffers from Lichen Sclerosus, but its one of the most misunderstood female health conditions. Causing discomfort, scarring, and thin skin the condition does not have a cure but can be managed. In this Expert Interview, Dr Rosalind Simpson shares more about the condition and how she is on a mission to find the best treatment for the progression of the condition.
Rosalind Simpson
Rosalind is a consultant dermatologist at Nottingham University Hospitals and Associate Professor at the Centre of Evidence Based Dermatology.
Hair loss
Hair loss
Regardless of our age or gender, hair - or lack therof - plays a huge part in our identity. Losing hair can be really distressing, particularly if you don't know why it's happening or have any way of slowing down the process. In this webinar with Dr Sharon Wong, we look at the common causes of hair loss, how to talk to your hair dresser about hair loss, what cosmetic options are available, medicating hair loss, every day self-management and the link between stress and hair loss. This content was originally published in October 2022.
Dr Sharon Wong
Dr Sharon Wong is a UK trained Consultant Dermatologist. She provides medical and surgical treatments for a comprehensive range of general skin conditions in adults and children. She is also one of few dermatologists in London who specialises in hair and scalp disorders. Dr Wong studied medicine and undertook an intercalated BSc degree in Clinical Genetics at St George’s Hospital in London, achieving first class honours in both and obtained numerous undergraduate prizes. She completed higher speciality training in Dermatology in some of London’s most prestigious hospitals including Barts Health NHS Trust and The Royal Free Hospital, during which she developed a special interest in hair and scalp disorders.
Begin with You – how to invest in your wellbeing during difficult times
Begin with You – how to invest in your wellbeing during difficult times
Being diagnosed with any chronic condition can turn your world upside down - whether you need to adapt to new routines, or you're simply finding it hard process the news. Petra Velzeboer is here to help you on your management journey, and to ensure you have the tools you need to protect your wellbeing in tough times. From the grief process to changing your midset, tune into this webinar to put your mental health first.
Petra Velzeboer
Let's Talk Menopause
Let's Talk Menopause
Ruth Devlin, authour of the book 'Men... Let's Talk Menopause' is here to share her advice for having healthy and helpful conversations about the menopause with partners, colleagues and everyone in between. Following her extensive experience providing education on the Menopause, to women from a diverse range of backgrounds, it soon became apparent to Ruth the overwhelming need to provide equivalent education and insight to those trying to support people through this transitional stage of life. Tune in to this webinar to learn more...
Ruth Devlin
Ruth Devlin's career in the health and wellbeing sector started over 30 years ago as a registered nurse, training in Edinburgh. She is also a reflexologist and has training in Cognitive Behaviour therapy.
Understanding psychodermatology: How skin conditions can affect body image
Understanding psychodermatology: How skin conditions can affect body image
Skin conditions can affect how individuals feel about their bodies, and consequently have a negative impact on self-esteem. Professor Thompson's recent studies demonstrate that those living with skin conditions may be at risk of experiencing elevated levels of distress, stigmatisation, and body image related worrying or concern. In this webinar, Professor Thompson will discuss some of the ways in which skin conditions can affect body image. He will then discuss how the use of social media can maintain distress, and finally he will share some simple everyday techniques that can be used to cultivate a positive body image.
Professor Andrew Thompson
The M Word
The M Word
The menopause can be tricky to get to grips with, but the best way to prepare yourself for the Change is to educate yourself on your health, HRT, and other management techniques. To help you along the way, Dr Philippa Kaye - GP, author, journalist and mother - is here to unpick any menopause taboos, bust HRT myths and raise awareness of the menopause. Read Dr Philippa Kaye's 'talkhealth meets'...
Dr Philippa Kaye
Dr Philippa Kaye is a GP, author, journalist and mother. Once qualifying from Guy's, King’s and St Thomas’ medical school, she started having babies all in the midst of training in paediatrics, gynaecology, care of the elderly and acute medicine, psychiatry and then general practice. She now works as a GP in both privately and for the NHS.
As well as writing multiple books on subjects ranging from pregnancy to child health and development, she is regularly seen on the sofa on television on This Morning, Talk TV and various news programmes on both radio and television.
PCOS - What is it?
PCOS - What is it?
PCOS – or Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) – affects one in 10 women in the UK however, lots of women aren't aware of the symptoms to look out for and are unsure of how to approach trearment. Nuffield Health’s GP National Lead, Dr Unnati Desai, explains everything you need to know about what PCOS is, what the symptoms are, and how you can manage it. With a background in wider women's health and General Practice, Unnati is perfectly placed to share her expertise. Please email us if you'd like to send in a question to Dr Desai.
Dr Unnati Desai
Dr Unnati Desai has worked as a corporate GP within Nuffield Health since 2011. She is currently Medical Lead for the Corporate Health Provisions and Health Assessments, as well as the Dermatology Lead and Safeguarding Lead for GP Services. Dr Desai completed her medical degree and medical training in Birmingham. She pursued a career in General Practice and incorporated her areas of specialist interest, including Dermatology, Women's Health and Sexual Health, into her clinical practice.
Understanding neuropathic pain and treatment options
Understanding neuropathic pain and treatment options
Pain can be frustrating, confusing and - most of all - debilitating. Whether it's caused by a chronic condition, an injury or an illness, it can be tough to grapple with, particularly when it comes to self-management. That's why, we are excited to be joined by Dr Ashish Gulve, a neuromodulation expert, who is going to share all his expertise on what pain is, how to control it and why neurodynamics may be the way forward for relieving your pain. Read talkhealth meets....Dr Gulve.
Dr Ashish Gulve
Dr Gulve is a Consultant in Pain Management at the James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough since 2006. He is a lead for the Pain Service and completed his specialist training in the North East of England.
Specialised in interventional pain management, Dr Gulve has a particular expertise in Neuromodulation and is interested in new innovations in the field of Neuromodulation; he is the first in the UK to use many of these new innovations. As well as being a mentor to younger colleagues, he teaches and trains pain professionals in the UK and across Europe. Read talkhealth meets...Dr Gulve
Everything you need to know about modern cervical screening
Everything you need to know about modern cervical screening
Cancer Research UK says that since the early 1990s, cervical cancer incidence rates have decreased by a quarter in females in the UK. This is due to technical advancements including new technologies and the HPV vaccine. That said, it's thought that around nine women still die from cervical cancer every day, highlighting the importance of getting checked as soon as symptoms show. Amanda and Grace from Zilico are here to boost your cervical cancer knowledge and encourage you to go for regular scans to prevent disease. From understanding how testing has changed, symptoms to look out for and what happens if you do get recalled, Amanda and Grace will be able to answer all your questions. Zilico is a company dedicated to developing the most accurate diagnosis devices.
Amanda Caley
Amanda is a Clinical Specialist for Zilico Ltd who has a background in Clinical Education and 11 years’ experience in various surgical specialities. Over the last 9 years she has focused primarily on women’s health, cultivating a particular interest in innovation aimed at reducing inequalities and accelerating patient pathways.
Grace Miller
Grace Miller is a registered Midwife who trained at the University of West London in (2016) Within her years as a Midwife, she has worked privately and set up a business giving patients individualised acupuncture during their pregnancy and beyond.
Grace is now working part time in Midwifery and has embarked on a new job role as a clinical specialist.
The A-Z of Menopause Symptoms
The A-Z of Menopause Symptoms
Whether the menopause has uprooted your routines or has had little effect on your daily life, you've probably experienced one symptom or another. From hot flushes to vaginal dryness, everyone's menopause is different but every woman should have the tools for self managment. That's why Dr Eloise Elphinstone is here to chat through the most - and least - common menopause symptoms and teach you how to treat them. Read talkhealth meets.... Dr Eloise
Dr Eloise Elphinstone
Dr Eloise Elphinstone is a GP in London with a specialist interest in women’s health. She trained at Bristol University and before settling in London, she spent a year doing obstetrics and gynaecology in Perth, Western Australia, which she loved, and which sparked her passion for women’s health. She holds the diploma in family planning and obstetrics and gynaecology and is a coil and implant fitter. She has a particular interest in postnatal health and menopause and is currently training to be a menopause specialist. She works as a menopause specialist at West Middlesex Hospital and privately for Menopause Care. Read talkhealth meets...Dr Eloise Elphinstone
Myopia awareness
Myopia awareness
Lots of people think that deteriorating eyesight is part and parcel of ageing, but it really isn’t something that should be shrugged off. Myopia, or nearsightedness, occurs when the shape of your eye causes light rays to bend incorrectly which leads to images being focused in front of your retina. It sounds pretty confusing, we know! Which is why Jason Higginbotham, an experienced optometrist and optician, sets the record straight in this webinar. The webinar will not only help you to understand the science behind myopia but also shed light on why it's more important than ever to spot early signs of the condition. Read talkhealth meets....Jason Higginbotham
Jason Higginbotham
Jason Higginbotham is an Optometrist and Dispensing Optician with over 30 years’ experience in the field. Jason has achieved a high level of academic success and is still developing his academic career. Jason has worked in independent and multiple practices, owning his own practices, working in refractive laser, working in cataract clinics, working in hospital low vision clinics and in domiciliary Optometry.
Jason now has his own consultancy business, FYEye Ltd, where he provides advice to multiple clients on a wide range of topics, from R&D and procurement to clinical training and education. He sits as a non-executive director on several boards and is involved in several professional bodies and business sector organisations. Read talkhealth meets...Jason Higginbotham
How to stay healthy after childbirth
How to stay healthy after childbirth
Pregnancy, childbirth, post birth hormone fluctuations - every stage of having a child affects your health and wellbeing. Although it is one of life’s greatest gifts, it can also be one of the biggest challenges too. That’s why it’s so important to make sure you keep your health in check after childbirth. You might feel pressure to lose baby weight, bounce back and shift all of the focus to your baby - but mothers are just as important too! In this webinar, Dr Eloise Elphinstone will reframe your thinking around health after having a baby. With expertise in obstetrics, gynaecology and the menopause, Eloise is perfectly placed to teach us about our pelvic floors, postnatal wellbeing and preparing for life with kids. Read talkhealth meets....Dr Eloise Elphinstone
Dr Eloise Elphinstone
Dr Eloise Elphinstone is a GP in London with a specialist interest in women’s health. She trained at Bristol University and before settling in London, she spent a year doing obstetrics and gynaecology in Perth, Western Australia, which she loved, and which sparked her passion for women’s health. She holds the diploma in family planning and obstetrics and gynaecology and is a coil and implant fitter. She has a particular interest in postnatal health and menopause and is currently training to be a menopause specialist. She works as a menopause specialist at West Middlesex Hospital and privately for Menopause Care. Read talkhealth meets...Dr Eloise Elphinstone
Supporting those with Cancer through Yoga
Supporting those with Cancer through Yoga
Coming to terms with cancer can be tricky at every stage of recovery. That’s why Vicky Fox, a qualified yoga teacher, creates a safe, nurturing and happy atmosphere in her cancer yoga classes. Not only are there loads of physical health benefits (think balance, better sleep and circulation) of yoga, her classes are also designed to increase comfort and camaraderie for cancer-survivors. To learn more about the classes, and why Vicky is so dedicated to what she does,watch this webinar. Read talkhealth meets...Vicky Fox.
Vicky Fox
Vicky’s teaching style is based around her own varied experience of yoga and through that has created a physically challenging class developing strength and suppleness while emphasising alignment and precision. All the time believing that yoga should be an individual and safe practice.
Vicky is registered with the Yoga Alliance as a senior registered yoga teacher and teacher trainer, teaches at triyoga in Ealing and Chelsea and online, Paul’s Cancer Support Centre and Future Dreams Charity. Vicky runs a Teaching Yoga To Those Diagnosed with Cancer training so that more teachers can feel supported to teach these wonderful and supportive classes. Read talkhealth meets...Vicky Fox
Intimacy & Sex
Intimacy & Sex
Despite the fact it might feel like a normal and natural part of life, sex is a multi-faceted topic that can be difficult to come to terms with. Particularly if you are living with a chronic health condition. Whether you want to get to the bottom of what sex really is or if you have questions about how communication and intimacy can change over the course of a relationship, we’ll have the answers. Working closely with Dr Naomi Sutton, a consultant physician and public advocate for all things safe sex, we cover the topics that really matter. Read talkhealth meets...Dr Naomi Sutton
Dr Naomi Sutton
Dr Naomi Sutton works as a Consultant Physician in the NHS at Rotherham Sexual Health Services. Her passion is in education and raising awareness of sexual health while busting a few myths along the way. She starred in series 1 and 2 of the E4’s ‘The Sex Clinic’ which “helps young people get their sex lives back on track” and has talked frankly about vulvas, sex in old age, and other sexual health subjects, on C4’s ‘Steph’s Packed Lunch’.
Naomi has recently developed Sex Education materials with the charity ‘You Before Two’ which have been PHSE accredited. She believes fun, clear and accurate education is key to combatting a lot of the struggles she sees people presenting with in her clinics.
Naomi is proud to be a Trustee for the charity Saving Lives UK – which exists to raise awareness of HIV and STI testing and reduce associated stigma – and is an Ambassador for the Eve Appeal, a charity that raises awareness of the five gynaecological cancers. Read talkhealth meets...Dr Naomi Sutton
Managing sleep with long term health conditions
Managing sleep with long term health conditions
Lots of people agree that not being able to sleep is one of life’s most frustrating things. Despite this, most of the 16 million adults in the UK don’t seek help for their sleepless nights. Trying to sleep with a long-term health condition can add more layers of stress into the mix. Whether you struggle to find a comfortable position, have disturbed sleep due to bladder problems or can’t get your thoughts to rest chronic conditions can have a huge effect on your 40 winks. Dr Neil Stanley, an independent sleep expert, is here to share all of his expertise about sleep. This webinar will focus on trying to help our members by covering topics including how chronic conditions cause lack of sleep, the best sleep aids and techniques for how to get comfy. Read talkhealth meets...Dr Neil Stanley
Dr Neil Stanley
Dr Neil Stanley is an independent freelance sleep expert and Director of Sleep Science at www.sleepstation.org.uk, a provider of digital Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia. He has been involved in sleep research for more than 39 years. As a sleep expert, he spends much of his time lecturing on various aspects of sleep to healthcare professionals, companies and members of the public. Read talkhealth meets...Dr Neil Stanley
Making the link between diabetes and feet
Making the link between diabetes and feet
Did you know that if you live with diabetes you are more at risk of developing foot problems? Due to worsening circulation and raised blood sugar levels, people living with diabetes are more at risk of suffering from foot ulcers, infections, slow healing cuts and even amputation. In this webinar, Yatna Ladwa explains the science behind the link between diabetes and feet, share her tips for maintaining good foot health and teach you how to keep an eye out for early warning signs. Read talkhealth meets...Yatna Ladwa
Yatna Ladwa
Yatna Ladwa has worked in both private and NHS Podiatry for over 10 years. After studying at the University of Plymouth, she specialised in foot care for those with chronic health conditions like diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis. Yatna currently provides leading care at Elite Feet London, a family-friendly podiatry clinic in Finchley Central. She is also a volunteer at Forgotten Feet, a charity providing foot care for the homeless. Read talkhealth meets...Yatna Ladwa
AbScent: Regaining your taste and smell
AbScent: Regaining your taste and smell
A 2020 study found that as many as one in 20 people live without a sense of smell, that’s before Covid-19 put our senses in the spotlight! In this webinar founder of the charity AbScent, Chrissi Kelly, shares her own journey with smell loss and how her charity is working to find a cure for smell and taste disorders. The webinar covers Chrissi’s own journey with smell loss, the work that AbScent does in supporting those with smell loss, the different types of smell loss & Covid-19, the impact of smell loss on daily life, self-care management help and support. Read talkhealth meets...Chrissi Kelly
Chrissi Kelly
Chrissi lost her sense of smell in 2012. Since then she has supported thousands of other people with smell loss through smell training. Chrissi has taken courses with Professor Thomas Hummel, the author of the first research paper on smell training at the University of Dresden, Germany. Her techniques, used alongside smell training kits, have helped people to reconnect with their recovering sense of smell. Chrissi also speaks at conferences, runs workshops, online events and private sessions to support people with the condition. Read talkhealth meets...Chrissi Kelly
Dermatology below the waistline
Dermatology below the waistline
There's no denying that women neglect the skin that resides below the waistline. This is even though the skin down there is much more sensitive than the skin on their face! Dr Stephanie Gallard is here to change that. In this webinar, she shares her specialised knowledge of vulval skin conditions and demystify dermatology down there! Read talkhealth meets...Dr Stephanie Gallard
Dr Stephanie Gallard
Dr Stephanie Gallard has been an accredited GPwSI in Dermatology for many years, as well as a non-consultant member of the British Association of Dermatologists. She works as a GP across several practices on the Wirral and in Liverpool and is also a member of the Governing Body of Liverpool CCG. She is also a registered, licensed to practice pharmacist. The dual qualification is incredibly useful and an exceedingly rare combination. She is also in demand as a lecturer at the RCGP and the Primary Care Dermatology. Read talkhealth meets...Dr Stephanie Gallard
How important is your pelvic floor?
How important is your pelvic floor?
Many people believe that they only need to pay attention to their pelvic floor muscles during pregnancy and the menopause. However, neglecting these muscles can lead to not only bladder and bowel incontinence, but even pelvic organ prolapses. We took it into our own hands to ask women’s health expert Miss. Georgina Fraser: how important is the pelvic floor? Read talkhealth meets...Miss Georgina Fraser
Miss. Georgina Fraser
Miss. Georgina Fraser is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Queen Alexandra Hospital, Hampshire. After reading medicine at University College London, Georgina went on to complete her specialist general training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with advanced certification in Urogynaecology and Vaginal Surgical Procedures. Read talkhealth meets...Miss Georgina Fraser
Pelvic pain, periods and PMT
Pelvic pain, periods and PMT
Despite half of the population having periods, 1 in 8 women say that they didn’t know about their periods until they started menstruating. Sure, those of you who have had monthly periods for some time might have gotten used to the pelvic pain and PMT that can come with menstruating. But, how much do you really know about the 3 Ps of women’s health? In this expert webinar, Miss. Georgina Fraser will answer all of your unanswered questions. Read talkhealth meets...Miss Georgina Fraser
Miss. Georgina Fraser
Miss. Georgina Fraser is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Queen Alexandra Hospital, Hampshire. After reading medicine at University College London, Georgina went on to complete her specialist general training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with advanced certification in Urogynaecology and Vaginal Surgical Procedures. Read talkhealth meets...Miss Georgina Fraser
Hormonal migraines & perimenopause
Hormonal migraines & perimenopause
In this exclusive webinar, Mandy Leonhardt, a GP who specialises in women’s health, unpicks hormonal migraines from puberty and beyond. Throughout the course of our chat, Mandy explains why fluctuating hormones cause migraines, the importance of staying in touch with your symptoms and recommends strategies to put in place to relieve hormone-induced migraines.
Dr Mandy Leonhardt
Dr Mandy Leonhardt is a General Practitioner who is passionate about women’s health, nutrition and lifestyle medicine. She is particularly interested in premenstrual disorders such as PMS/PMDD and menopause. She holds the Certificate in Menopause Care by the British Menopause Society. In 2018, together with a colleague, she organised and hosted the first Menopause Café in England. Dr Leonhardt frequently gives talks to local menopause support groups and raises money for women’s health charities. She supports Dafina Malovska’s ‘Check me up’ petition, which campaigns for annual women’s health checks. Dr Leonhardt lives and works in Hampshire.
Salus Fatigue Foundation: Chronic Fatigue
Salus Fatigue Foundation: Chronic Fatigue
Tired of feeling tired? Aren’t we all? Linda, CEO of The Salus Fatigue Foundation, chatted to us all about managing chronic fatigue - from eating for energy, mental health support and the difference between general tiredness and clinical fatigue.
Christmas & Dieting
Christmas & Dieting
In the webinar, Sophie emphasised the importance of maintaining a healthy mental and emotional relationship with food throughout the Christmas period. For many, the seasonal sweet treats and contentious sprout offerings can be overwhelming, but you shouldn’t feel bad for giving in to the temptation for foods that we only eat once a year! Read talkhealth meets...Sophie Medlin
Sophie Medlin
A qualified consultant dietitian with years of acute hospital-based experience, Sophie has a specialist interest in the management of gastrointestinal disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome, colorectal dysfunction and diverticular disease. She also has specialist knowledge of polycystic ovarian syndrome. Away from hospital practice, Sophie is the go-to spokesperson for media when it comes to evidence-based nutrition. Her 12.5K followers on Instagram are treated to regular fact-checking posts, public service announcements and tips for improving our relationship with food. She’s appeared on BBC, Channel 4, Channel 5 and ITV, as well as a host of print publications including Stylist Magazine, Happiful Magazine and Cosmopolitan. Read talkhealth meets...Sophie Medlin
Anxiety
Anxiety
We were thrilled to be in conversation with the brilliant Dr Cheryl Rezek for our webinar on anxiety management. In this webinar, we explored the different components that contribute to anxiety, the value of awareness, how to negotiate around and manage your anxiety and how mindfulness, and other interventions, can help.
Dr Cheryl Rezek
Dr Cheryl Rezek is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, author and mindfulness teacher who brings a fresh and dynamic approach to how mindfulness and psychological concepts can be integrated into everyone’s life as a way of managing it in the most helpful way. Her work is engaging, accessible and realistic, giving it a broad appeal. Her innovative model, mindfulness-based multi-dynamic approach, is based on academic knowledge and her extensive clinical experience and it is regarded as an emerging mindfulness-based approach. It encourages awareness of oneself within a context, the development of resilience and skills, and the use of mindfulness.
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