COGA: Christchurch Obstetrics & Gynaecology Associates

03/09/2026

Why are we more susceptible to UTIs during menopause? Endocrinologist Dr Megan Ogilvie gives a thorough and succinct explanation here.

We love the way The Pelvic Pod is not afraid to get uber-specific with their guests! This detail is so essential for understanding what's happening to our bodies.

Check out the full ep on YouTube or your favourite podcast app.

24/08/2026

Golden Turmeric Latte

1 cup of milk of your choice
1 tsp turmeric
¼ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp ground ginger
½ tsp honey

Add everything to a small saucepan, whisk together, and heat gently until warmed through. Adjust the spices to taste.
Best enjoyed with a hot water bottle and a good book.

19/07/2026

We’ve said it once and we’ll say it again, we’ve come a long way…

12/07/2026

Matariki is a time to slow down, reflect, and tune in. Maybe it’s a good time to pay a little extra attention to your tinana (physical health)?

Mānawatia a Matariki from the COGA team.
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02/07/2026

Have you listened to The Pelvic Pod?

It's a space for real, open and evidence-based conversations about bladder, bowel, and pelvic health — the kind we don’t hear often enough.

We are all for removing the stigma around all things pelvic health and this is a wonderful resource from Continence NZ. Highly recommend tuning in wherever you listen to podcasts!

02/07/2026

Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women, according to the World Health Organization, and high-risk human papillomaviruses (HPV) cause 99% of cases.

A landmark study led by Queen Mary University of London estimates that the HPV vaccine has prevented around 200 cervical cancer deaths in England so far.

Until now, it has not been possible to show directly that HPV vaccination reduces cervical cancer deaths. However, with vaccinated generations now reaching adulthood, the potential impact can be studied, with this research providing the strongest national evidence to date that the HPV vaccine is saving lives.

Here in New Zealand our vaccination rates are falling. This must be reversed. We stand with the Cancer Society New Zealand in calling on the government to do all it can to bring the vaccination rate up to 90% and deal to this easily preventable cancer.

29/06/2026

Urinary incontinence isn't something you need to battle alone.

No matter what age or stage you are at, if you are experiencing incontinence at any level, there are treatment options.

While it may seem embarrassing, urinary incontinence is a common and predominantly treatable problem affecting around 34% of NZ women.

28/06/2026

One conversation can change everything.

Last week, we joined people across Aotearoa in talking openly about continence — to reduce stigma and help more people access the support they deserve.

Jason's story is a powerful reminder that whether you're worried about symptoms, searching for answers, or just need someone to listen, talking to the right person can be the first step toward feeling better.

Not sure where to start? Continence NZ has a fantastic range of resources to help point you in the right direction.

For World Continence Week 2026 (15–21 June), broadcaster Jason Gunn...

29/05/2026

Listening to the lived experiences of people with endometriosis, it is striking to see how far the impact extends into lives.

We’re grateful to and their interview subjects for explaining the realities of managing this chronic condition in a series published on YouTube called ‘Endometriosis in the workplace’, excerpted here. It's a highly informative, and for many, an eye-opening watch.

26/05/2026

And yet the first time we heard 'period’ was spoken on TV wasn't until 1985. 🤷