Posted on December 20, 2019
What is the cervix, exactly? How do cancer cells develop there? What can we do to help prevent that from happening? And how can we detect abnormalities as early as possible? We’ll discuss all that and more in this episode of Knocked Up, including the strains of HPV that cause cervical cancer; the difference between … Continue reading
Posted on November 12, 2019
You’ve probably heard of the “microbiome” – it’s the ecological community of all the different microorganisms that inhabit the human body, and we typically refer to it when we talk about our gut health. But did you know that we also have flora in our vagina and genital tracts? Our vaginal microbiome can impact our … Continue reading
Posted on October 29, 2019
We chat with Dr Preeya Alexander, a GP based in Melbourne with a passion for preventative medicine and health literacy. On her website and Instagram account (@thewholesomedoctor), she shares evidence-based health information in a fun, engaging manner. We discuss the importance of vaccines and health literacy; how your GP can help you prepare for pregnancy … Continue reading
Posted on August 20, 2019
Dr Raelia Lew explains the diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis when it can’t be seen on ultrasound. For more information and resources on understanding endometriosis, click here. Join our community! Follow Women’s Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew). Have a question for the hosts? Is there … Continue reading
