Episodes

Join us as we recap menopause and talk to Dr. Susan Prendergast about hormone replacement therapy and what to expect from your healthcare provider to help you manage menopausal symptoms. For more information, check out https://www.menopauseandu.ca/ To find out more about Susan Prendergast's clinic, visit https://www.ellithia.com/ Infographic

What is perinatal mental health? Is it more than just postpartum depression? Why is accessing care for perinatal mental illness important? Join us as we embark on this journey with Dr. Lucy Barker, a psychiatrist from the University of Toronto, to explore perinatal mental health. Infographic If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911. Hotlines: 780 482 4357 (Edmonton and area) 403 266 4357 (Calgary and area) 403 327 7905 (Southern Alberta) 1 800 232 7288 (Rural Alberta) 1 833 4...

Join us this week as we discuss the wonderful world of vaginal discharge with Dr. De Melo. When is it normal? When should you be concerned? What might you expect from your doctor? Find out in this next installment of our WAP series! Note: In our discussion, we describe trichomoniasis as a fungal infection, however, it is actually a parasitic infection. Infographic

With this episodes we dive deeper into the menstrual cycle and how changes (e.g. discharge and temperature) can give clues into fertility. Joining us is Dr. Vanessa DeMelo, a family physician with an interest in low risk obstetrics and women's health. Infographic.html

Join us as we learn more about the menstrual cycle from Dr. Jane Schulz, the current chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Alberta. We will leave no stone unturned, and will explore questions about what normal periods look like, common misconceptions, PMS, bleeding, missing a period, and when to go see a physician. Infographic.html

What is pelvic floor health? What happens when one's pelvic floor does not work properly? What are things we can do proactively to keep it healthy? Joining us is Mary Wood, a physiotherapist specializing in pelvic health from Cura Physical Therapies. Listen in for some takeaways that you can implement immediately at any stage in your life for a healthy pelvic floor. Infographic.html

In this episode, we will be exploring sex work and common myths and misconceptions surrounding it. Joining us are Lula Blue, a full service sex worker for 4 years, and Karyn Jackson, the Team Lead, Prevention & Support at HIV Community Link. Listen in to learn more and challenge your beliefs about sex work. To learn more, see our Infographic

Have you heard of the GOOP or Wellness Industry? Have you considered their practices or wanted to learn more? In this episode, we go over some myths and practices promoted by this industry. Before you listen, let's play a game of true or false: 1. Steaming should be used to cleanse the vagina 2. Pineapples make vaginal discharge taste and smell better 3. Eating bread causes yeast infections 4. Jade eggs inserted in the vagina are magical To learn more, see our Infographic.

Have questions about sexual violence? Where to get help? What to do when someone shares their experience of sexual violence with you? Joining us is Daniela Chavez Vega, one of the Education Programme Coordinators at the University of Alberta Sexual Assault Centre. For those who need to reach out, support services are available at: Assaulted Women's Helpline 24/7 toll-free at 1.866.863.0511. Further resources are available on our infographic, as well as on your local official provincial health w...

Have you ever wondered what happens after sexual abuse? Who are the people looking out for others when something like this happens? How does the system currently work, and how it's being made better? Joining us is Aileen Holland, a registered ER nurse making a difference in the field of sexual assault investigation. For those who need to reach out, support services are available at: Assaulted Women's Helpline 24/7 toll-free at 1.866.863.0511. Further local resources are available on your local ...

Has the thought of freezing your eggs crossed your mind? Joining us is Dr. Caitlin Dunne from UBC, a recipient of Canada's Top 40 Under 40 Award. She will discuss options to preserve fertility and in vitro fertilization. Infographic: IVF Infographic

Joining us for this episode is Neelam Punjani who will discuss the sexual and mental health of adolescents in conservative cultures. She draws a focus on hidden voices as well as exploring ways to improve communication with youth. Infographic: Sex Ed.html Resources: https://www.sexandu.ca/

Joining us on this episode is Dr. Jason Hamm, who shares his approach to navigating interactions with individuals who identify as non-binary and/or transgender, as well as exploring the unique challenges and barriers they often encounter. Infographic: Trans(cending)_Health_Infographic.html Resources: 1. Edmonton Pride Centre Phone: 780-488-3234 Email: hello@pridecentreofedmonton.ca Address: 2nd Floor, 10618 105 Avenue NW Edmonton AB, T5H 0L2 2. Access 24/7 (Royal Alexandra Hospital) Phone:...

Experiencing anxiety, or know someone who is? Learn about the signs, treatments, and misconceptions! Joining us is our special guest Dr. Helen Bondurant. Resources: Anxiety Canada: https://www.anxietycanada.com/ Stigmatizing attitudes towards people with mental disorders: findings from an Australian National Survey of Mental Health Literacy and Stigma: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22023236/ Anxiety.org: http://anxiety.org/generalized-anxiety-disorder-gad UptoDate Summaries: https://www.uptod...