Let’s Talk 40+

15/10/2022

We’re excited to release our new menopause and mind health fact sheet this and . It’s good to know there are many practical things you can do to look after your mental wellness during this time. Find them here: https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/resources/menopause-and-mind-health-fact-sheet

03/10/2022

Dr Sarah or Dr Joss are available each Wednesday in the Women’s Health Clinic for cervical screening tests.

25/09/2022

Perhaps the Mirena may be a good option for you during Perimenopause. Discuss it further with your GP.

Dr Louise Newson shared a post on Instagram: "We know that women who have a womb should take a progesterone as part of their HRT to prevent thickening of the lining of their womb from estrogen. Many women take micronised progesterone as a capsule – in the UK it is called Utrogestan. An alternative...

23/09/2022

Let’sTalk menopause basics. This is a great video explaining menopause in simple terms. It’s worth watching to get your head around the terminology and facts.

Professor Susan R. Davis discusses several of the most common menopausal symptoms.View the entire Informational Series:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=...

23/09/2022

September is Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month.

Vulvar cancer is a type of cancer that occurs anywhere on the external female ge****ls (v***a).
It has no obvious symptoms in its early stages, but they can include itching and burning, lumps and lesions, bleeding not related to your period, or thickened, raised patches of skin.

As there is no known way to prevent or screen for v***ar cancer, it’s important to see your doctor if you notice any symptoms.

Learn more here: https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/v***a-vagina-ovaries-uterus/gynaecological-cancers/v***ar-cancer