Posts Tagged ‘Women’s Health’
The Truth About Women’s Nutritional Needs
Tales from our Women’s Health Hub by GP and Women’s Health Specialist Dr Victoria Fielding Women’s Health GP Specialist Dr Victoria Fielding shares her expertise in the latest blog from our Tales from our Women’s Health Hub. “We are what we eat!” popularised by Jean Brillat Savarin, who actually wrote back in 1826, “Tell me…
Read MoreThe McIndoe Centre Champions Women’s Health with Free Breast Checks
The McIndoe Centre Champions Women’s Health with Free Breast Checks In recognition of October’s focus on women’s health, we are showing our support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Wear It Pink Day, and World Menopause Day by offering a free breast check with every booked cervical smear test. A smear test is a simple procedure…
Read MoreA Complete Guide to Cervical Screening
Tales from our Women’s Health Hub by GP and Women’s Health Specialist Dr Victoria Fielding Women’s Health GP Specialist Dr Victoria Fielding shares her expertise in the latest blog from our Tales from our Women’s Health Hub. Understanding Cervical Screening So, what is a smear test? Essentially, it’s a test to take a sample of…
Read MoreCervical Screening Q&A: Dr Victoria Fielding
We’re proud to launch our new cervical screening service here at The McIndoe Centre. Designed to prioritise comfort, clarity, and accessibility, this service is all about empowering women with the knowledge they need to make confident health decisions. In this Q&A video series, Dr Victoria Fielding, one of our experienced GPs and Women’s Health Specialists,…
Read MoreThe McIndoe Centre supports local children’s charity in annual fundraiser
The McIndoe Centre supports local children’s charity in annual fundraiser We were honoured to sponsor A Celebration of Women Afternoon Tea, in aid of local children’s charity Taylor-Made Dreams, raising an incredible £2,000 for children with life-limiting illnesses. The event, in honour of International Women’s Day, successfully brought together a diverse group of women to…
Read MoreMidlife weight gain: Understanding the changes and how to take control
Tales from our Women’s Health Hub by GP and Women’s Health Specialist Dr Emma Sloan “Despite exercising myself to death and watching every morsel, why am I gaining weight after 40?” Many women who come to see us for a Women’s Health Check have a raised BMI. It’s not an easy subject for anyone to…
Read MoreThe McIndoe Centre supports International Women’s Day
The McIndoe Centre supports International Women’s Day As a hospital with a service dedicated to women’s health and well-being, we believe in championing initiatives that uplift and empower women in all aspects of life. That’s why we are proud to be the headline sponsor of A Celebration of Women Afternoon Tea, in aid of local…
Read MoreBreaking the cycle of overwhelm
Tales from our Women’s Health Hub by GP and Women’s Health Specialist Dr Emma Sloan Overwhelm refers to a state of being emotionally or mentally overloaded, often resulting from excessive stress or a sense of being unable to cope with demands. It can manifest as feelings of anxiety, helplessness, and exhaustion. In the UK, national…
Read MoreUnderstanding Urinary Incontinence: A Midlife Woman’s Guide
Tales from our Women’s Health Hub by GP and Women’s Health Specialist Dr Emma Sloan Urinary incontinence (UI)—the involuntary leakage of urine—is a common issue for midlife women. This A-Z guide explores the causes, treatments, and lifestyle changes that can help manage the condition. 39% of women reported urinary incontinence in a survey of 1,415…
Read MoreHRT: What every woman needs to know
Insights from Dr Emma Sloan, Menopause Specialist Following recent media reports about HRT treatment for menopause, we caught up with our GP and Menopause Specialist Dr Emma Sloan. As a certified specialist with the British Menopause Society, Dr Sloan offers her expert insights to help women better understand HRT and its role in managing menopausal…
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