HealthUEA has spoken to experts from across the University and invited them to share their findings from different aspects of women's health. These valuable insights from our researchers will help to increase public knowledge of an area which has historically been under-researched and under-discussed.
In this video, Prof Anne Marie Minihane explores issues around the menopause. She shines a light on its effects and treatment, and the societal and governmental handling of this much misunderstood life stage. The full lecture can be watched at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yrDtFvN0VE.
Expert insights
The menstrual cycle and sleep
more...Dr Jo Bower, School of Psychology, answers questions on the effects of the menstrual cycle on sleep and emotion.
Endometriosis on Reddit
more...Dr Lorna Richardson, School of Art, Media and American Studies, answers questions on discussions between endometriosis sufferers on Reddit.
The climate crisis and gender-based violence
more...Dr Rita Issa, School of Global Development, answers questions on the effects of extreme weather events on gender-based violence.