In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Dr. Nighat Arif, GP, women’s health expert, and author of The Knowledge: Your Guide to Female Health, takes us on a journey through the often-overlooked landscape of women’s health. With warmth and clarity, she unpacks the biological changes women experience throughout their lives and calls out the cultural taboos that too often silence these essential conversations. From navigating the challenges of menopause to understanding why cervical cancer screenings are non-negotiable, Dr. Arif offers practical advice. She also shines a light on the long-term impact of lifestyle choices and the urgent need for more inclusive healthcare research. Her mission? To empower women everywhere through honest dialogue, education, and shared knowledge.

Key Topics Covered:

• Breaking the stigma: Dr. Arif highlights the urgent need to break taboos around women’s health.
• Cultural barriers: Social norms and stigma often prevent open conversations about menstruation, menopause, and reproductive health.
• Understanding female biology: A strong grasp of hormonal changes, menstrual health, and reproductive cycles is essential for informed decision-making.
• Heavy periods are not “normal”: Symptoms like heavy bleeding and chronic pain should not be ignored.
• Cervical cancer screenings: Regular smear tests and HPV screenings are vital preventive tools that can save lives.
• Gender gap in medical research: Women remain underrepresented in clinical studies, especially on conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, and menopause.
• Inclusive healthcare is the future: Healthcare must become more equitable, personalized, and community-driven.

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The Knowledge: Your guide to female health – from menstruation to the menopause:

https://amzn.in/d/iouEZVN

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Chapters:

00:00 Highlights
01:48 Introduction to Dr. Arif
02:59 Inspiration Behind the Book
05:53 Breaking Taboos in Women's Health
09:40 Understanding Women's Biology and Health
13:00 Common Health Issues in Women
18:41 Navigating Menopause
19:08 Post-Menopausal Health Challenges
24:09 Cervical Cancer Awareness
27:15 Managing Perimenopause Symptoms
35:56 Cultural Attitudes Towards Women's Health
37:39 Future Trends in Healthcare
30:40 Future Goals

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