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Event Description
October is Menopause Awareness Month, and the theme for World Menopause Day on October 18th is HRT (hormone replacement therapy).
For many women HRT is the most effective way of managing menopause symptoms while transforming how we feel. However, HRT isn’t for everyone. There can be medical reasons which may make HRT more risky, some women don’t tolerate HRT and others just don’t want to. There is sometimes confusion about what HRT actually, how it works & the number of different doses and options available.
So that’s why we’re hosting two FREE events in October where we’re going back-to-basics on HRT. You’ll hear the latest evidence-based thinking about the treatment from our experts as well as having your burning questions answered.
On October 15th, in the first of our two free webinars, we’ll demystify oestrogen and progesterone. In this second webinar we’ll do the same for testosterone and vaginal oestrogens. Join My Menopause Centre’s co-founders Dr Clare Spencer (Menopause Specialist and GP) and Helen Normoyle for a lively and engaging conversation where they’ll discuss:
- What can testosterone help with
- The benefits, risks, side effects of testosterone
- Why we need blood tests if we take it
- What vaginal oestrogens can help with
- The different types of vaginal oestrogens
- The benefits, risks and side effects
- Myth busting
- Costs involved
As ever, there will also be time for your questions. This really is HRT 101 and we’d encourage everyone to come along - whether you’re on HRT or not, so spread the word!
- Duration: 60 mins
- Online Zoom event: Join from your computer, phone or tablet (a recording will be available)
Helen Normoyle
Helen co-founded My Menopause Centre with her good friend, Dr Clare Spencer. She is on a mission to raise awareness of menopause and help empower women with the knowledge they need to embrace this new chapter and thrive. Helen is particularly passionate about supporting women in the workplace and helping employers understand the benefits of having a positive menopause policy. Helen has held Chief Marketing Officer roles in a range of sectors with Boots, the BBC, DFS and Countrywide. She has also worked in broadcast and telecoms regulation at Ofcom and in the mobile technology sector with Motorola.
Dr Clare Spencer
Registered menopause specialist, GP and co-founder My Menopause Centre
Dr Clare qualified from Cambridge University and holds Membership of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners. She is also a member of the British Menopause Society (BMS) Medical Advisory Committee and a BMS menopause trainer.
Preparing for the Event
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We also recommend that pets are either calmly sitting on your lap or in another room, and any refreshments you may require are within your reach!
More Information
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Will my camera be on and will I be visible to the other people?
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