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We need your help reaching our goal of 2,500 signatures! In case you missed it …. a proposal from the DEA threatens to severely limit the ability to prescribe controlled substances through telehealth appointments. If this proposal goes through, countless women will lose access to essential medications for menopause, anxiety, sleep disorders, and addiction treatment. At Midi Health we know that telehealth has been a game-changer for women, especially in rural areas where healthcare options are limited. Women rely on medications like Ativan and Lunesta for anxiety and sleep relief, Gabapentin for managing hot flashes and sleep issues—particularly for breast cancer survivors who can’t take hormonal treatments—and Suboxone for women battling opioid dependence. This proposal puts that access in jeopardy. Join us in standing up for women’s health—sign our petition, spread the word, and demand that the DEA extend prescribing flexibilities. Sign the petition now: https://lnkd.in/gRtt5U5z

From the Cleveland Clinic: “Between 5% and 12% of the general adult population have some form of TMJ disorder. The condition is twice as common in women and people assigned female at birth (AFAB) than in men and people assigned male at birth (AMAB).” You would think that would make this a women’s health issue, right? When I called the Women’s Health Initiative to ask who is responsible for TMD research there, I was politely informed the answer was “nobody.” They are looking at cardiac conditions, osteoporosis, dementia and cancer… But TMD’s, which women suffer immensely from, and which impact all aspects of their life- emotional, physical and financial, to name a few- are not included in this initiative! Who do we need to contact? How can we draw attention to this huge oversight? What should we tell our patients? They deserve our advocacy, our allyship and our commitment to relieving their suffering. One meeting every couple months with lots of talking is not good enough. We need disruptive leadership and swift action! Our patients deserve the same sense of urgency that COVID patients received. They need to be able to use the joint responsible for communicating, nourishing themselves and expressing emotions without experiencing debilitating pain. #tmd #tmj #jawpain #womenshealth #research #patientadvocacy #chronicpain #healthequity #healthcare #qualityoflife

HealthPathways is a web-based portal designed to support health professionals with evidence-based information on the assessment and management of a range of clinical conditions. Did you know our two HealthPathways websites are regularly updated and each contains close to 1,000 localised pathways! Some of the recent updates include: Darling Downs HealthPathways: 👉Contraceptive Consultation 👉Combined Hormonal Contraceptives (CHCs) 👉CHCs available in Australia 👉Haematuria in Adults West Moreton HealthPathways: 👉Veteran Referral and Support (Resource) 👉Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) 👉Thrombotic Disorders 👉Trauma in eyes

Around one in three perimenopausal or menopausal women are offered or prescribed antidepressants for their low mood associated with their changing or reduced hormone levels. There is no evidence for their use in this way, and should only be considered for women who have clinical depression.    Dr Sarah Glynne and I have just had this letter published in The BMJ talking more about this. It is important that HRT is considered for many more women instead of antidepressants which will also improve women’s quality of life, and lead to long term mental and physical health benefits, with cost saving implications for the NHS.   You can read the article here: https://lnkd.in/eDDBuXHC 

Shocking statistics around the (mis)prescribing of antidepressants for menopausal symptoms. Yet women often have to fight to get the option of HRT. Show this letter to your GP if you're menopausal or perimenopausal and having a conversation around low mood and what you can do about it. #menopause #menopauseawareness

As someone who was offered antidepressants to manage my perimenopausal symptoms I am happy that more research is focusing on the benefits of HRT on women's health. Link to read here: https://lnkd.in/emDcqufA #perimenopause #menopausesupport #menopause #mentalhealth #womenshealth #menopauserelief

💛 Endometriosis is one of top 20 most painful condition according to NHS. so I started a series of "Things you didn't know about endometriosis "Every day I post a new fact. Day2: Not Just a Reproductive Disorder: Endometriosis can affect multiple organs, including the bladder, intestines, and, in rare cases, the lungs and brain. Endometriosis extends beyond a mere reproductive disorder, affecting multiple organs across the body. It can lead to complications in the bladder and intestines, demonstrating its wide-reaching impact. In rare instances, it even affects the lungs and brain, highlighting its unpredictable nature. This complexity underscores the importance of recognizing endometriosis as a systemic health concern, not just a gynecological one. #EndometriosisAwareness #WomensHealth #SystemicHealth #BeyondReproductiveHealth #ChronicIllness #Healthcare #MedicalAwareness #EndoWarriors #MultiOrganImpact #InvisibleIllness

Good to see some action here. Such an important issue and so common = big opportunity for progress

We doctors like reporting RELATIVE changes in our clinical trials --they are sexier and more often attract public interest. There is a vast difference between relative vs. absolute risk. #Lecanemab (Legembi) slows RELATIVE Cognitive decline by 27% in early #Alzheimers -an ABSOLUTE change of 9% (below the minimal threshold patients can recognize). Are #statins better? They lower the RELATIVE #stroke/#heart attack risk by 14% and 29% but the ABSOLUTE risk by only 0.4 and 1.3. Patients beware: there are no genial doctors and no heroes, only someone who is better to understand as Professor Alberto Espay who must be thanked and blessed. #dementia #alzheimer #risk #statistic #cerebrovasculardisease

According to the World Health Organization (WHO) Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside the uterus, causing issues like chronic pelvic pain, irregular menstrual cycles, and infertility. Key Facts about Endometriosis: 1. Endometriosis affects around 10% (190 million) of women and girls globally who are of reproductive age. 2. It's a long-term condition marked by severe pain during periods, sexual intercourse, bowel movements, or urination. 3. Endometriosis can also impact mental health, leading to depression, anxiety, and infertility in some cases. 4. Currently, there's no known cure for endometriosis. Treatment mainly focuses on managing symptoms. Limited Access “Organon is dedicated to delivering medically significant women’s healthcare interventions, prioritizing disease areas based on her unmet needs #Hereforherhealth #EndoAwareness2024 Source : https://ogn.llc/6044cwIWK