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Sarah Yeomans 7/9/26 Sarah Yeomans 7/9/26

Midlife Weight Gain: Why It Happens and How to Actually Manage It

Nobody warned us about this part. 🙋‍♀️

Weight gain in perimenopause and menopause isn't a willpower problem. It's a hormonal one — and it deserves a real explanation.

Falling oestrogen, insulin sensitivity changes, disrupted sleep, cortisol — there's a lot happening beneath the surface that traditional diet advice completely ignores. Which is exactly why we've put this together.

We've partnered with Judy Hanavan, Certified Practising Nutritionist, to break down why midlife weight changes happen and — more importantly — what actually helps.

Mariah Amjad 2/3/25 Mariah Amjad 2/3/25

'A milestone moment'

Big win for women’s health! From this weekend, some women in Australia will pay significantly less for the contraceptive pill as Yaz and Yasmin are added to the PBS. This move makes birth control more affordable and accessible, easing financial burdens for many.

Mariah Amjad 22/9/24 Mariah Amjad 22/9/24

Heavy menstrual bleeding: understanding the impact and treatment options

Dr Talat Uppal presents a clinical case review describing a 36-year-old woman who presents with heavy menstrual bleeding and the need for more reliable contraception. This patient’s assessment and management options, including oral treatments and use of the levonorgestrel intrauterine device, are discussed.

Mariah Amjad 19/9/24 Mariah Amjad 19/9/24

Managing Menopause - HealthEd Podcast

Mariah Amjad 21/8/24 Mariah Amjad 21/8/24

Bridging gaps in women's healthcare with MediRecords.

Dr Talat Uppal 20/8/24 Dr Talat Uppal 20/8/24

Are my periods normal? Understanding Your Menstrual Cycle

Periods, also known as menstrual cycles, are a natural and healthy part of life for people with uteruses. During this monthly cycle, the lining of the uterus (womb) breaks down and sheds as blood and tissue.

Mariah Amjad 11/8/24 Mariah Amjad 11/8/24

‘Many women suffer in silence’: Dr Talat Uppal’s vision to reshape women’s healthcare

Mariah Amjad 30/6/24 Mariah Amjad 30/6/24

This Week in Women's Health: Top 5 Updates

From pay raises for Victorian nurses & midwives to RACGP’s new preventive healthcare guidelines and a 24/7 PANDA support chatbot—stay informed on this week's key women's health updates.

Mariah Amjad 28/6/24 Mariah Amjad 28/6/24

Understanding and Managing Heavy Menstrual Bleeding: Insights from Dr. Talat Uppal

In this podcast of Women Lines, Dr. Talat Uppal, Director at Women’s Health Road, discusses the challenges of heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) and its impact on women's lives. She offers insights into the causes and treatments for HMB, aiming to improve the quality of life for those affected. Dr. Uppal's extensive experience as an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, along with her advocacy for women's health, provides invaluable insights for understanding and effectively managing this common condition.