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International Women's Day Q1 2024
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Signs that you may be going through perimenopause and what to do next
We often associate menopause with periods stopping and declining oestrogen levels. However, perimenopause, its stroppy younger sibling, is a different bag altogether. The ovaries do not abruptly stop; they shudder, stutter, stop and start. Therefore, trying to diagnose perimenopause with blood tests is unhelpful. You are trying to measure something that will wax and wane;...
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Endometriosis: why awareness from a young age is key
Endometriosis is frequently misunderstood, misdiagnosed and mistreated. It can manifest in many different ways and can wreak havoc across a person’s life. Estimated to affect 1 in 10 women, endometriosis can be completely silent (asymptomatic) or viciously present. For many, it can have a significant impact on their quality of life, from preadolescence to post-menopause....
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HPV prevention and screening can eliminate cervical cancer in Ireland by 2040
Learn about HPV, its risks and prevention methods including vaccination and cervical screening. Join Ireland’s effort to eliminate cervical cancer. Ireland has publicly committed to the World Health Organization (WHO) global initiative to eliminate cervical cancer. Elimination does not mean eradication but is defined as less than four cases of cervical cancer per 100,000. HPV...
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Medical recruitment focused on helping women navigate career challenges
Women in the Irish healthcare sector — joining from all over the world — should be more celebrated for their skill, dedication and resilience. Sheena Morgan, Head of Doctors at healthcare recruitment specialist Medforce, is ceaselessly impressed by the skill, dedication and bravery of the female healthcare professionals she recruits. International medical recruitment specialist Sheena...
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Hidden menopause experiences: insulin sensitivity and body shape
Uncover the less-known effects of menopause on metabolism, plus how hormonal changes may affect body composition, energy expenditure and the risk of diabetes. Well-known menopausal symptoms include mental and physical aspects like aches, sleep issues, overwhelm and hot flushes. However, some aspects are not as often discussed. Metabolism and body composition effects During perimenopause or...
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Workplace menopause: practical tips on how to manage symptoms
Navigate menopause challenges at work with practical tips. Manage brain fog, anxiety, loss of confidence, sleep issues and exhaustion for a thriving workplace. Menopause is a natural phase that can profoundly affect women in the workplace. Openly discussing menopause, offering education and support and making necessary adjustments fosters an inclusive and understanding environment for employees....
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Redefine Irish corporate culture: how to provide menstrual health support
Enhance workplaces by prioritising menstrual health. From dispelling myths to practical support, create an inclusive environment to empower employees. In Irish workplaces, there’s an often-overlooked issue: the effects of menstruation. Recognising and promoting menstrual health isn’t just an added wellness benefit; it’s fundamental for fostering an inclusive and efficient work environment. Why is workplace menstrual...
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Find out why prevention is the best approach to osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a chronic condition that causes the structure of our bones to become thinner. It causes bones to break or fracture more easily after a minor bump, fall or while carrying out everyday tasks. A fracture caused by osteoporosis is called a fragility fracture. The most common fractures occur in the wrist, hip and...