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We had the best time at the 19th World Congress on Menopause last week! 💙 Menopause research is evolving quickly, so our medical team stays up to date with the latest research, therapies and treatments. Our two fabulous nurses (Renee and Jen) soaked up the new findings at this incredible event in Melbourne with around 2,500 other medical professionals. Thank you for having us International Menopause Society (IMS). The future of menopause is certainly looking brighter. We're excited to continue using the latest research to set women up for success as they enter this transitional phase in their lives. Menopause support from women's health specialists is available at: 👩⚕️ Luma Medical, Joondalup: https://lnkd.in/gmMZvzmQ 👩⚕️ Luma Medical, Northbridge: https://lnkd.in/g6xEvevV #IMS2024 #MenopauseResearch #womenshealth

Introducing our new Sexual Health Specialist - Dr Michelle Yong 👏 Dr Michelle found her passion for Sexual Health at the beginning of her medical career and trained as a specialist in Genitourinary Medicine/Sexual Health at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital in the UK in the early 2000's. Twelve years ago, she moved to Australia and joined Royal Perth Hospital to continue her specialty in Sexual Health, and was previously co-director of Sexual Health North in Joondalup. Dr Michelle has a knack for putting her patients at ease while talking about sexual health concerns, with her non-judgemental and empathic personality, and a healthy dose of humour. She will be available at Luma Medical in Joondalup for your STI tests, contraceptive convos, discharge concerns, questions on painful sex, STI treatments, gender-affirming hormone provisions for transgender patients, HIV medicine and more. Call us to book on 6330 5400.

It can be tough, or often impossible, to find a women's health medical specialist in regional areas. So, we're excited to be bringing our medical support to women in the Pilbara! We've partnered with Hedland Well Women's Centre and BHP to deliver general practitioner support to women in Hedland. This means clients at Hedland Women's Centre can connect to our women's health specialist GP's during their appointment with a nurse, through telehealth. Another step towards ensuring every woman has access to high-quality healthcare ✨ #LumaMedical #womenshealthGP #womenshealth

Only 48% of women reached out for support when they were experiencing mental ill-health in 2024 🧠 This doesn't surprise us, as we know many women prefer to charge ahead on their own, or they see reaching out as a sign of weakness. Our world has come a long way with breaking down this stigma. But stats don't lie - we still have a long way to go. For working women, the leading causes for deteriorating mental health are burnout, mental load and work/life juggle. A friendly reminder for #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek that you can reach out for support WHENEVER you like, whether you're experiencing mental ill-health, or not. Counselling and mental health programs are available at Luma for any women over the age of 18. A big shout out to Liptember Foundation for publishing comprehensive women's mental health research, it's organisations like this who are bridging the gap ❤️ 🔗 Full 2024 study: https://shorturl.at/8TTOC

One in two women experience persistent pelvic pain in Australia. 💥 So, we're bringing physio to Luma! ✨ Physio is known to be incredibly effective in improving pelvic floor function through exercises, lifestyle modifications, education and hands on treatment. Anna White brings 12 years of physiotherapy experience to us, ready to help women with any pelvic-health related concerns. She creates a caring and non-judgemental space for women to work through pain, pregnancy, menopausal-related treatments, exercise plans and more. Appointments are available from October 29th on Tuesdays. Rebates available for private health insurance, or private fees apply. Call us on 6330 5400 to find out more. #Physiotherapist #WomensHealth #Luma #WomensPhysio #MedicalClinic

We're hosting a mental health first aid training course! We know that conversations can save a life. This training gives you skills to know what to say, and when to say it, when having a conversation with someone struggling with their mental health. It's suitable for anyone over 18 who wants to learn how to support their friends, family and community. In this two-day course, you'll learn how to: 🌿 Detect warning signs of mental health problems and how to intervene early 🌿 Have an open, supportive conversation about mental health 🌿 Respond in a crisis when someone may be at risk of harm 🌿 Reduce the stigma of mental health problems Details: ⏰ Tues & Wed, November 26th & 27th, 8am-4pm. 📍 Luma, Northbridge: 227 Newcastle Street. 🔗 Tickets: https://shorturl.at/nZi5L 🔗 Learn more about this training: https://shorturl.at/Lt3tG This course was designed by Mental Health First Aid International is recognised by Suicide Prevention Australia as a safe, high-quality, and effective suicide prevention program. #WouldYouKnowWhatToSay #MentalHealthFirstAid

We can always rely on Midland to throw an incredible NAIDOC event 🖤❤️💛 Yesterday was a sunny, brilliant day connecting with the community and sharing what we offer for Aboriginal women. Events like this remind us of the many services and programs available that are creating safe and healing spaces for the indigenous community. Our Luma stall featured a huge canvas and paints (draping across the table and floor) which turned into one big collaborative arts activity. It was a hit, especially with the kids! Our groups (run for, and by, Aboriginal women) are now scheduled for the rest of 2024. 🔗 More details: https://lnkd.in/g5jepSMQ Thank you Midland NAIDOC, Indigo Junction , City of Swan, community and all the other organisations who made this a memorable NAIDOC. #KeepTheFireBurning 🔥

Good news! 💥 We're excited to be hosting another 9-week course for self-defence workshops, in partnership with Combat Arts Institute of Australia. This empowering 9-week course gives women practical, real-life skills in self-defence. With such positive feedback from the last course, we had to do it again! Every participant said the program increased their confidence to manage their safety, and that they would use the tools in their everyday life. One woman in the course said she already avoided escalation of a difficult situation just by now knowing how to stand outside of someone’s 'power box'. Others commented on how empowering a survival mindset is, including feeling deserving of personal safety. 👏 Please note, this course is open to any current Luma client. Due to our intake capacity, we can't take anyone who isn't already a client. Get in touch with Fiona to find out more: fiona@luma.org.au.

An essential event for those caring for people with eating disorders 👏 The 'stepped system of care' is the full continuum of evidence-based services and supports, which are matched to a person's psychological, physical, nutritional and psychosocial needs within an eating disorder. Register here: https://lnkd.in/g_hAwUeU

Meet our BEP team! 👋 (Body Esteem Program) Our just team keeps on growing! So our ability to care for people impacted by eating disorders has never been stronger. BEP is made up of seven compassionate mental health workers, who bring their own lived experience of an eating disorder and recovery to their roles. This means they not only support clients from a professional mental health background, but from a real-life understanding too. A common point of feedback from our BEP clients is that being supported by people with lived experience makes a world of difference to their recovery journey. We offer a suite of community-based programs to support everyone - including parents, carers and youth! Free dietetic support is also available to all enrolled (from the lovely Michelle pictured in the long, pink dress). Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gTTvQ2q6