Understanding women's health
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This Women’s Health Month, HealthUEA invited experts from across the University to share their findings from different aspects in this field. 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 the menopause ahead of her lecture, 'Menopause for All'. 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
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The menstrual cycle and sleep
Dr Jo Bower, School of Psychology, answers questions on the effects of the menstrual cycle on sleep and emotion. -
Endometriosis on Reddit
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
Dr Rita Issa, School of Global Development, answers questions on the effects of extreme weather events on gender-based violence.