MediTalk Podcast

Are you thinking about having cataract or eyelid surgery? Well, this is the episode for you. Today on MediTalk we speak with Consultant Ophthalmologist Dr Olivia Macvie who very kindly answers common questions that may be on your mind when considering or preparing for cataract or eyelid surgery. Dr Macvie consults and operates from St John of God Hospital in Subiaco. A big thank you to Dr Macvie for sharing her knowledge with us today on MediTalk. To learn more about Dr Macvie and St John Of God Hospital Subiaco, visit sjog.org.au Dr Macvie privately practices from southstreeteyeclinic.com.au Thank you for taking the time to support and listen to Meditalk Podcast. If you felt the episode you listened to could help others, take the time to forward it on to others as sharing knowledge is empowering. Please note: Meditalk Podcast is a podcast for educational purposes only. For medical advice please speak the with a qualified medical practitioner. I would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land in which Meditalk Podcast is recorded on, the Whadjuk Noongar people and pay my respects to elders past, present and emerging. Thank you for taking care of the beautiful country in which I feel blessed to live, work and rest. Care & Kindness wishes, D :-)

Peri-menopause and menopause can cause women to feel emotions & changes in their body that can significantly impact their quality of life. Sadly in medicine & in society we don't talk as honestly and openly about perimenopause & menopause as much as what we should. I was very blessed to have the opportunity to discuss this health topic with Women's Health General Practitioner - Dr Sunita Chelva. Dr Chelva works as a General GP at Third Ave Surgery and as a Women's Health GP with a special interest in the Perimenopause and Menopause at Woom Women's Health in West Perth. Sunita is extremely passionate about helping to educate women & clinicians on this area of women's health as well as, set the record straight about HRT. To learn more about Dr Chelva simply Google search Dr Sunita Chelvanayagam. A big thank you to Dr Chelva for sharing her time & knowledge with us on Meditalk.

On this episode of Meditalk we speak with Dr Michael Gannon who very kindly answered frequently asked questions on ‘induction'. Dr Gannon is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at St John of God Hospital in Subiaco. I would like to thank the wonderful women who provided questions to ask Dr Gannon about 'induction' via SJOGH Subiaco facebook and instagram pages, I greatly appreciate you taking the time and showing your support. Thank you Dr Michael Gannon for sharing his time & knowledge with us today on Meditalk. To learn more about Dr Gannon and SJOG Subiaco please visit: sjog.org.au Stay well, D :-)

According to Diabetes Australia, Gestational diabetes is the fastest growing type of diabetes affecting thousands of pregnant women every year. So today on Meditalk, I speak with Dr Richard Murphy a Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist from St John of God Hospital in Subiaco who answers all our questions about ‘gestational diabetes'. A big thank you to Dr Murphy for sharing his time & knowledge on gestational diabetes. To learn more about Dr Murphy and SJOG Subiaco visit: sjog.org.au and drrichardmurphy.com.au Thank you for listening and supporting MeditalkPodcast. If you have some topics you would like to share please email me at danae@meditalk.com.au and if you felt the podcast episode was of value please share with friends and family that it could help. Wishing you good health & happiness, Danae :-)

With summer fast approaching, the thought of having to take off our winter coats to wear bathers can make us feel a little self-conscious about our varicose veins. There are not only cosmetic reasons why some people may reach out for a specialist opinion from a Vascular / Endovascular Surgeon to discuss options to remove them but, also varicose veins can actually cause people a lot of pain making standing and moving our bodies very uncomfortable. So today I speak with St John of God Hospital Subiaco, Endovascular & Vascular Surgeon Dr Ponosh to let us know some facts about ‘Varicose Veins' and he explains the varying options now available to treat them. A big thank you to Dr Ponosh for taking the time to share his knowledge with us today on Meditalk. To learn more about Dr Ponosh visit: sjog.org.au ponoshvascular.com.au Thank you for taking the time to listen and support Meditalk. Stay well, Danae :-)

This year during the flu season while we are still battling with COVID have you found yourself asking questions such as; - How would you know if you are suffering from the flu or from COVID-19? - How are these two viruses the same and different? - Is it safe to have both the flu and COVID vaccination? - Should women who are pregnant have both vaccinations? I am hoping by having some of these common questions answered by St John of God Hospital Subiaco, Respiratory and Infectious Diseases specialist Dr Tim Whitmore; may help us all make a well informed decision about rolling up our sleeve. A big thank you to Dr Whitmore for taking the time to share his knowledge with us today on Meditalk. To learn more about Dr Whitmore visit: sjog.org.au Roll up WA : https://rollup.wa.gov.au/ Stay informed and stay safe everyone! :-)

Having a baby can be a time of profound joy & great upheaval for parents involving significant physical and mental challenges that require mums and dads to adjust to dramatic changes in routines, sleep patterns and roles. So today we speak with St John of God Hospital Subiaco consultant Psychiatrist Dr Beate Harrison who specialises in Perinatal and Infant psychiatry to talk about perinatal mental health. We cover the big questions; What is perinatal mental health? What are some signs new mums would be best to seek out support from a health professional? What supports can help with perinatal mental health challenges? Are medications safe to take during and after pregnancy? Dr Beate Harrision is a psychiatrist who has been working with mums and families for many years and offers some great practical and compassionate advice which we hope will provide some much needed comfort & care during this very challenging time for mums. A big thank you to Dr Beate Harrison for sharing her knowledge with us today on Meditalk. To learn more about Dr Beate Harrison and SJOG Subiaco visit: sjog.org.au Dr Beate Harrison specialises in Perinatal, Infant and Child Psychiatry and has a private practice. Dr Beate Harrison Private Practice: Nurture Perinatal, Infant and Child Therapy 78 Excelsoir Street Shenton Park 6008 WA P: 08 9388 9400 If this episode has triggered feelings please speak with a general practitioner. Throughout the interview Dr Harrison does mention some excellent patient support networks for parents that you may wish to reach out to as well for help and have a chat either online or on the phone: PANDA - National Helpline - 1300 726 306 GIDGET Foundation - 1300 851 758 BEYOND BLUE - 1300 22 4636 Please show yourself the same level of kindness you would show your friends and family. With support and kindness light can be found in the darkness. Wishes of kindness and thank you for taking the time to listen and support MeditalkPodcast. Meditalk is an independent & Australian produced medical podcast created to provide quality and easy to understand health information for people. Follow MeditalkPodcast on IG, Facebook and more episodes are on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify and via website www.meditalk.com.au Thank you for your time & listening, D :-)

Did you know - that men are at greatest risk of suicide but, are less likely to ask for help. According to the Black Dog Institute, an estimated 72% of men will not seek help for a mental health disorder. So why are our brothers, dads, sons, uncles, nephews, mates suffering in silence from mental health conditions and not feeling able to seek help from others when they need it the most? Today on MediTalk I speak with Jon Marginis who is a Counselling Psychology Registrar practicing privately at Clear Health Psychology and is a Psychologist at Scotch College in Perth. Jon is a great advocate of Boy's and Men's Mental Health and works alongside them through challenging times in their life. Jon has done a lot of work with children and teenagers but, also has a keen interest in working with adults. He also prides himself on working with boys and males and enjoys breaking down the societal barriers around negative stereotypes associated with males engaging in therapy. Due to his tireless efforts in increasing the profile of male mental health on a local and global level he was nominated for a national Australian Mens Health Forum award. A big thank you to Jon for sharing his knowledge with us all and continuing to advocate for such an important mental health cause. We appreciate him taking the time to be interviewed. Please if this interview has brought up feelings for you – reach out for support from; Lifeline – 13 11 14 Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 Or speak with your GP. And to learn more about Jon Marginis visit: clearhealthpsychology.com.au A big thank you to the great work of organisations that were mentioned throughout the interview that are making a difference to boys and mens mental health: www.tomorrowman.com.au www.thekaieardleyfoundation.com.au If this episode can help a friend or family member please share and let's keep on talking and improving the mental health of boys and men. Take care of you & thank you for taking the time to listen to Meditalk, D :-)

According to the Cancer Council, Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer diagnosed in Australian men. And it is the third most common cause of cancer death. In fact, 1 in 6 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer by the age of 85. Today on Meditalk we speak with a Reconstructive Urological Surgeon Dr David Sofield to provide us with an update on ‘Prostate Cancer'. A big thank you to Dr Sofield for sharing his knowledge with us today on Meditalk. To learn more about Dr Sofield and SJOG Subiaco visit: sjog.org.au and perthreconstructiveurology.com.au

Attending a traumatic event are often life or death situations & many of us we do our best to avoid. However, when you are a first responder you have made life and death events your livelihood or past time. Post-traumatic stress disorder is commonly referred to as PTSD and is a type of anxiety disorder. Approximately, 10% of emergency workers suffer from PTSD in comparison to 4% in the general population. But, what happens to our first responder heros that greatly serve and care for others - need help themselves! What happens to our first responders who suffer PTSD? Today we speak with consultant psychiatrist Dr Mathew Samuel at Hollywood Hospital who is the clinical lead for the Trauma Growth & Recovery program for military and current serving members, DVA patients as well as, conducts PTSD programs to support our first responders. We hope our discussion today shines much needed light on PTSD in first responders & helps to reduce stigma. Opening our hearts to care for the very people who devote so much of their life caring for others! A big thank you to Dr Samuel for sharing his time and knowledge with us today on Meditalk. To learn more about Dr Samuel and the PTSD workshops mentioned in the episode please visit: www.ptsdwa.com.au or speak with your GP or connect in with Beyond Blue: beyondblue.org.au soldieron.org.au Lifeline on 13 11 14 Thank you for listening to such an important episode of Meditalk. Please seek support if you feel you need it. Support is out there and as expressed throughout the inteview it can be the beginning of finding more inner contentment and a better quality of life that you and your family so greatly deserve. To all first responders thank you for your service and caring so much for others. If you feel this epsiode can help a friend or family member please share as empowering ourselves with knowledge and reaching out for help and support when needed takes great courage. Take care of yourself and let's all take care of each other! D :-)

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a very common hormonal condition that approximately 12–21% of women of reproductive age are diagnosed with however; what is most concerning is that up to 70% of women remain undiagnosed. For this reason it is important as women to increase our awareness and knowledge on PCOS. So, today on Meditalk I speak with Gynaecologist, Obstetrician and Advanced Laparoscopic surgeon Dr Rose McDonnell from St John of God Hospital in Subiaco about PCOS. A big thank you to Dr Rose McDonnell for sharing her knowledge with us today on Meditalk. To learn more about Dr McDonnell and St John of God Hospital Subiaco visit: sjog.org.au and drrosemcdonnell.com.au An App suggested to take a look at: AskPCOS Ask PCOS is a very trustworthy and comprehensive PCOS App tha was developed by leading PCOS experts from around the world and co-designed with women with PCOS. apps.apple.com/au/app/askpcos/id1395816147 If you have found this epsiode of Meditalk of value please share with others and if you are able to take a minute to write a quick review on Apple Podcasts would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for listening and supporting Meditalk Podcast. Well wishes, Danae :-) Knowledge empowers us to advocate & honor for our own health and the health of others!

According to ABS statistics, it is estimated that approximately 4 million Australians suffer back problems and between 70-90% of people will experience lower back pain at some point in their life. Unfortuately back and neck pain can cause significant physical disability as well as, cost individuals and families their livelihood. Today on Meditalk we speak with Spinal Surgeon, Dr Greg Cunningham from Neurospine Institute and SJOGH in Subiaco about spinal surgery & spinal health in general. In this episode Dr Cunningham provides information on some possible ways to prevent and treat chronic back & neck pain that do not involve surgery as well as, talks on when surgery may provide siginficant relief for people and when surgery is not an ideal option to consider. A big thank you to Dr Cunningham for sharing his knowledge with us today on Meditalk. To learn more about Dr Cunningham and St John of God Hospital Subiaco visit: sjog.org.au Dr Cunningham has some excellent educational resources which are accessible via: www.neurospineinstitute.com.au Thank you for taking the time to listen & support Meditalk. If this episode has been of value please share with others that the information may be able to help and if you can take a minute to provide a 5 star rating on Apple Podcasts would be greatly appreciated. Kindness and good health, D :-)

The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles that come together as tendons which help us to lift and rotate our arms. So, let’s take a minute to think about all the things we couldn’t do in our day if we were to injure or tear our rotator cuff such as; drive a car, put on a seatbelt, get dressed, lift and pick up our children & hang out washing. Rotator cuff injuries are extremely common particularly in people that enjoy sports such as; baseball, tennis, swimming or who work in jobs like; painting, plastering, cleaning & diesel mechanics. Today on Meditalk we speak with Orthopaedic Surgeon, Dr David Colvin about ‘rotator cuff injuries & repairs’. Dr David Colvin is an orthopaedic surgeon who specialises knee and shoulder surgery at St John of God Hospital in Subiaco. A big thank you to Dr David Colvin for sharing his knowledge with us today on Meditalk. To learn more about Dr Colvin and SJOG Subiaco visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/c/o/l/v/colvin-davidkevin-subiaco For some great information on rotator cuff injuries, tears and rehab programs to follow visit: www.shoulderandkneesurgery.com.au/shoulder-conditions/rotator-cuff-tear-injury-perth www.shoulderandkneesurgery.com.au/core-rehab-protocols www.shoulderandkneesurgery.com.au Thank you for taking the time to listen and support Meditalk - a medical podcast for people empowering their health with knowledge. Stay well, D :-)

It is great to see many children are back at school! 2021 is a year we all are very hopeful will be better than 2020. For any parent or caregiver it is only normal to worry & want as much as possible for their child to enjoy their years at school and for them to do well both academically, socially and emotionally. This is particularly the case for when their child to transitioning from primary school to high school. Today on MediTalk we are speak with Naomi Terpsis who is a Psychologist at Clear Health Psychology who has spent many years working as a School Psychologist in Perth. Naomi provides us with great practical tips, on how we can help our teens better manage the transition from middle school to high school. A big thank you to Naomi for sharing her knowledge with us today on Meditalk. To learn more about Naomi & Clear Health Psychology visit: clearhealthpsychology.com.au We hope today's conversation provides you with a few tips and thoughts to think about to provide kids the support they need to make the transition from primary school to high school as smooth as possible. If you have found this episode of value please share with others or take 1-2 minutes to leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts App. Thank you for taking the time to listen and support Meditalk. Well wishes & thoughts, D :-)

It is estimated 2 out of 3 Australian adults are classified as being overweight or obese and sadly this statistic is predicted to increase in the future. More and more people with BMI’s of over 40 are turning to weight loss surgery to help them fight their battle with their weight. Making an informed decision about undertaking any surgical procedure is paramount so, today on MediTalk we are speak with Dr Siva Sundararajan a General and Bariatric Surgeon at St John of God Hospital in Subiaco. Dr Siva Sundararajan will help us better understand Gastric Bypass Surgery, which is actually considered the gold standard operation for weight loss. In this interview I ask Dr Sundararajan about what makes you a good candidate for gastric bypass surgery. As well as, what to expect, how to prepare, why have gastric bypass surgery vs. sleeve. Dr Siva Sundararajan explains how some people are seeking weightloss surgery now to improve their fertility and that it is actually advised to take precaution to not fall pregnant 1-2 years post surgery. There are various weightloss surgery options which are all explained throughout the interview so it is a good episode to listen too if you are considering weightloss surgery. Thank you Dr Siva Sundararajan for taking the time to be interviewed on Meditalk. For more information on Dr Sundararajan visit: https://www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/s/u/n/d/sundararajan-siva-subiaco If you have found this interview of help please forward to a friend who may benefit from hearing it or take 1-2 minutes to provide a star rating on Apple Podcasts. Thank you kindly for taking the time to support and listen to Meditalk Podcast which is an independent Australian Medical Podcast for everyday poeple wanting to empower themselves with knowledge. Stay well and stay safe, D :-)

Are you over 40? And perhaps like many Australians don’t mind a drink, enjoy a good meal & have put a little weight on over the years. Have you ever wondered how your liver is being affected by how much alcohol you drink, how much fat you eat and how much the extra weight we carry around is taking its toll on our liver? In fact, throughout the world consistent and over consumption of alcohol is now the leading cause of liver disease. Today on MediTalk we are speaking with Professor Luc Delrivière who is a Professor of Surgery at the University of Western Australia & is also the senior surgeon at the Liver Transplant Service at Sir Charles Gardener Hospital in Perth. As well as, is a leading Liver and General Surgeon at St John of God Hospital in Subiaco. Profesor Delrivière helps us to better understand our liver health and he explains some common liver conditions which more and more Australians are suffering from such as; cirrhosis of the liver and fatty liver disease. A big thank you to Profesor Delrivière for sharing his knowledge with us today on Meditalk. To learn more about Profesor Delrivière and SJOG Subiaco visit: www.sjog.org.au and www.livercentrewa.com.au To listen to more episodes of Meditalk please visit: www.meditalk.com.au If you could take a few minutes to share this episode with someone that could benefit from learning about liver health would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for taking time out of your day to listen and support Meditalk Podcast which is an independent health information resource. If you have any feedback and suggestions to share email Danae at danae@meditalk.com.au Please take care of you and your health. Well wishes and thanks, Danae :-)

There are some very upsetting men’s mental health statistics that should encourage us all to advocate for much needed change & much greater dialogue to improve men's mental health. Globally, on average 1 man is dying, every minute, of every day from suicide (movember.com). What we need to remember when we often read or hear a health statistic - is that every number is representative of someone’s dad, son, grandson, uncle, best mate, husband, soul mate, brother that has lost their life to suicide. It is time, we all take more time in our life to listen & seek help from people we trust & when needed seek support from highly experienced & registered psychologist to help us all take better care & prioritise our mental health! Today on MediTalk we are speak with Dylan Kirkpatrick a Clinical Psychology Registrar at Clear Health Psychology to help us shine light & talk about Men’s Mental Health in support of the wonderful health initiative - MOVEMBER. Please if this interview has brought up feelings for you – reach out for support from: Lifeline – 13 11 14 Beyond Blue – 1300 224 636 Or speak with a GP To learn more about Dylan visit: clearhealthpsychology.com.au Movember Cause - movember.com Lifeline - lifeline.org.au Beyondblue.org.au mensline.org.au ruok.org.au Let's all make our mental health a priority and reach out to support one another & start checking in with each other more & asking; 'are you okay?' Take care of you, D :-) Thank you for taking the time to listen and support MeditalkPodcast. To listen to more

I cannot imagine how frightening and shocking it must feel to be diagnosed with cancer. Not only are you needing to process your diagnosis but, then you are told by your specialist that the cancer treatment options available have the potential to often harm healthy tissue while treating a cancerous tumour. What I learnt recently from spending time with Crystal at Blue Dot Army is that there is a new type of radiation treatment available that can treat many types of tumours in the prostate, spine, brain, lungs, pancreas, head and neck which is so accurate & precise in the delivering of radiation that it can target & kill cancerous cells in real time while minimalizing radiation exposure to healthy tissues and organs that leads to less painful side effects & is extremely effective in treating cancer. Giving HOPE to people when they need it the most. Today on MediTalk we are speak with Peter Podias the Clinical Operations Director & a highly experienced Radiation Therapist at 5D clinic in Perth to learn all about CyberKnife Robotic Radiosurgery. A big thank you to Peter for sharing his knowledge with us all today on Meditalk. To learn more about 5D Clinic visit: 5DClinics.com.au

Her friends and family know her as Crystal but, to the charity she founded - Blue Dot Army she is known as Madam Butterfly. After surviving her own cancer journey Crystal was determined to advocate for positive service improvements for people undergoing cancer treatment. Blue Dot Army aims to support people through their cancer journey. Andy’s story touched Crystal and the Blue Dot Army were called into action. Andy while caring for a severely disabled loved one, found himself being confronted with a diagnosis of Prostate Cancer. And somehow he had to figure out how he could get from Cairns to Perth during COVID – 19 state border restrictions for greatly needed Cyberknife robotic radiotherapy for a 4+3 Glesson Score 7 tumor. Today on MediTalk we speak to Andy in the hope that by sharing his journey may help others. For more information about Blue Dot Army visit: bluedotarmy.com.au For more information about Cyberknife Robotic Radiosurgery: 5dclinics.com.au For information on Prostate Cancer: pcfa.org.au Thank you for taking the time to listen and support MeditalkPodcast an independent Australian podcast advocating & educating for patients. We can learn so much from listening to each other's health journey. Well wishes, D :-)

As we age we are more likely to be at risk of losing our sight. In fact, was predicted by 2020 that over 800,000 Australians will suffer blindness or some degree of vision impairment. However, on a more positive note 90 per cent of vision loss is highly preventable or treatable. So today on MediTalk we speak with Dr Charlotte McKnight who is an Opthmalogist from St John of God Hospital in Subiaco as well as, Dr McKnight has public hospital appointments at both Royal Perth Hospital and St Charles Gardener Hospital in Perth. We will be speaking to Dr McKnight about a number of very common eye conditions such as; cataracts & terygiums, eye surgery and treatment but, also about general eye health. Thank you for taking the time to listen to MeditalkPodcast and to hear more podcast episodes visit: www.meditalk.com.au To learn more about Dr McKnight visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/m/c/k/mc-knight-charlotte-subiaco For more information on eye health & wonderful vision organisations you may wish to connect with or learn more about visit: www.visionaustralia.org www.hollows.org/au If you felt this episode was of value it would be greatly appreciated if you could take a minute to provide a star rating of this episode on the Apple Podcast app. Well wishes, D :-)

In preparing for this interview I was shocked to learn Preterm birth complications are the leading cause of death in children under 5 years of age. Today on MediTalk we are speaking with Dr Michael Gannon about preterm births & current research being conducted in Perth that has the potential to save babies lives around the world. Dr Gannon is a general obstetrician and gynaecologist in both private and public practice, with a special interest in medical problems in pregnancy and perinatal loss. Dr Gannon is the Head of Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at St John of God Hospital, Subiaco. A big thank you to Dr Gannon for making the time to be interviewed and sharing his knowledge with us all on Meditalk. To learn more about Dr Gannon and SJOG Subiaco visit: sjog.org.au For more information about the preterm research trial visit: www.sjog.org.au/our-locations/st-john-of-god-subiaco-hospital/news/news/2020/07/27/02/41/maternity-patients-invited-to-participate-in-trial-aimed-at-identifying-premature-birth-risk Please if you can take a few minutes to rate and review this podcast episode on Apple Podcasts I would be very grateful and please share with friends and family if you feel the information can help others. To listen to more MeditalkPodcast episodes visit: www.meditalk.com.au Thank you for taking the time to support and listen to MeditalkPodcast. Stay well and take care of you. D :-)

Did you know - Approximately 1 in 5 babies born in Australia will require specialised neonatal intensive care. Particularly, if a baby is born before 37 weeks or unwell they will most likely spend time in an intensive neonatal care unit to be provided every opportunity of surviving and becoming well enough to leave hospital and go home. Today on MediTalk we speak with Neonatologist Dr Jo Colvin to learn more about neonatal care. A big thank you to Dr Colvin for sharing her knowledge with us on Meditalk and to learn more about Dr Colvin and SJOG Subiaco visit: sjog.org.au For additional information and neonatal support please reach out to wonderful organisations such as; Tiny Sparks www.tinysparkswa.org.au MiracleBabies www.miraclebabies.org.au Thank you for taking the time to listen and support MeditalkPodcast. Take care of you! :-) To listen to more episodes of MeditalkPodcast visit: www.meditalk.com.au

Breast milk can provide all the nutrition a growing baby needs during the first six months of life. And research continues to show us how breast feeding greatly benefits the health of a baby & mother. But did you know, breast feeding is actually a learnt skill. AND despite us thinking breast feeding is simply a natural process of becoming a mum – what we actually need to breast feed successfully is great support, care, encouragement, patience and practice. So today we speak to Lactation consultant Bernie O’Regan to share with us her top tips on breast feeding. Bernie consults at St John of God Hospital in Subiaco and has supported new mums to breastfeed for over 20 years. To find out more about Bernie O'Regan: www.sjog.org.au/our-locations/st-john-of-god-subiaco-hospital/news/news/2017/07/31/06/23/our-top-breastfeeding-tips To listen to more MeditalkPodcast Episodes visit: www.meditalk.com.au Thank you for taking the time to support and listen to MeditalkPodcast. If you found this episode helpful please if you can take a few minutes to provide a star rating or review on Apple Podcasts would be greatly appreciated. Stay well, D :-) Important Episode Notes: Please note, the antenatal and postnatal classes mentioned in this podcast epsidoe are currently on hold due to COVID-19 precautions. For more information, please visit: sjog.org.au/subiacomaternity

Menorrhagia is the medical term for when menstrual periods are abnormally heavy or prolonged. As you can imagine suffering heavy periods can significantly impact one's quality of life and sadly many women will often tolerate them thinking that it is normal to suffer and be in pain when you are menstruating. Or women or young girls just do not feel comfortable to talk to their doctor about their period. Today's interview with specialist gynaecologist Dr Acton it's time for us to start the conversation about our period. Menorrhagia is an extremely common condition that even young girls and women of all ages can suffer which greatly impacts school and work life. Let's start talking and normalising speaking more about the uncomfortable health topics with medical professionals to bettter our quality of life. In this interview Dr Acton explains why some women suffer heavy periods and what are the varying treatment options that you may wish to discuss and consider with your general pracititoner & gynaecologist that could very positively change your life. Dr Acton consults at SJOGH - Subiaco and to learn more about Dr Acton visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/a/c/t/o/acton-jadenicole-subiaco To listen to more Meditalk podcast episodes, visit; www.meditalk.com.au Thank you for listening and supporting Meditalk Podcast.

Did you know this week is 'World Continence Week'? It's time for us all to ask ourselves the following questions: Do you have to rush to use the toilet? Are you frequently nervous at the thought that you might lose control of your bladder or bowel? Do you wake up twice or more during the night to go to the toilet? Do you sometimes leak when you lift something heavy, sneeze, cough or laugh? Do you sometimes leak when you exercise or play sport? Do you strain to empty your bowel? Incontinence is defined as any accidental or involuntary loss of urine, bowel motion, or wind. Incontinence can affect children and adults of all ages, genders and cultural backgrounds. Incontinence is an extremely common condition, yet sadly many people suffer in silence being too embarrassed to seek help. According, to the Continence Foundation of Australia, over 5 million Australians have bladder or bowel control problems for a variety of reasons. To help us better understand continence I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Mary King - a Nurse Practitioner of 40 years who has specialised in this area of medicine. Mary diagnoses and manages continence - urology in people aged 18 - 100+ years at Sir Charles Gairdener Hospital, in Perth. I hope you have found this podcast episode of value and if you feel it can help others please share. Excellent resources to further your knowledge and ask for help with continence concerns reach out to Continence Foundation of Australia www.continence.org.au and your General Practitioner. If you have a few minutes to write a quick review on Apple Podcasts I would be most grateful. Thank you for taking the time to listen and support MeditalkPodcast. Stay safe and stay well, D :-) Episode Reference: Continence Foundation of Australia www.continence.org.au Free Helpline number: 1800 33 00 66

Breast cancer treatments often involve a combination of radiation, surgery, chemotherapy, hormone therapy or targeted therapy. Radiation therapy for breast cancer can entail a number of visits, over a number of weeks. But what if I was to say, for suitable cases one targeted dose of radiotherapy can now be delivered directly into the breast, at the time a person is undergoing breast cancer surgery. Today on Meditalk we speak with Professor Saunders a Breast Cancer Surgeon from St John of God Hospital in Subiaco about Intraoperative Radiotherapy. For more information on Prof Saunders visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/s/a/u/n/saunders-christobelmary-subiaco To listen to more podcast episodes on Meditalk visit: www.meditalk.com.au For suggested topics and feedback email danae@meditalk.com.au MeditalkPodcast is also on Spotify, Apple Podcasts App and all your favourite places to find and listen to podcasts. If you are able to take a moment to like or share this episode if you feel it may be of help to someone I would be most grateful. As sharing knowledge empowers us all to optimise our health and wellbeing. Take care of you. Stay well, D :-) Thank you for taking the time to listen and review MeditalkPodcast.

Increasingly studies are highlighting that ‘what we eat, matters’. So what are the foods that support our reproductive system for both men and women? Today on Meditalk we speak with Dr Joo Teoh a Perth based specialist in fertility, obstetrics and gynaecology to talk about what we should be eating to increase our chances of conceiving and support us to have healthy pregnancies. To learn more about Dr Teoh visit: www.sjog.org.au jooteoh.com.au Dr Joo Teoh book - What to Eat - A Specialist Guide to Fertility and Pregnancy. jooteoh.com.au/publications/ To listen to more MeditalkPodcast Episodes visit: www.meditalk.com.au Thank you for taking the time to listen and support MeditalkPodcast. Well wishes to you and your family! Stay well and stay safe, D :-)

Did you know that a hysterectomy is one of the most common types of elective surgeries for women in Australia. That being said, how much do you know of what is involved in having a hysterectomy? A hysterectomy is an operation that involves the removal of the uterus and therefore will end a women’s ability to menstruate and have children. Today on Meditalk I speak with Dr Stuart Salfinger who is a Gynaecologic Oncologist to talk about hysterectomies. To find out more about Dr Salfinger visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/s/a/l/f/salfinger-stuartgeorge-subiaco To listen to more episodes of MeditalkPodcast visit: www.meditalk.com.au If you have any medical & health topic suggestions or feedback please take a few minutes to write me an email: danae@meditalk.com.au Thank you for taking the time to listen and support MeditalkPodcast. Stay well and stay safe, Danae :-)

If you would have told me in January this year that by March people all around the world would be affected by a virus from a bat. Whereby, hundreds of thousands of lives would be lost and people’s livelihoods taken away from them and life as we know it would be significantly changed - I just wouldn’t have believed you! Some days it just feels so surreal that in such a short period of time human beings all around the world are experiencing so much change to our day to day lives, all at the same time. Well today on Meditalk I speak with Dr Astrid Arellano an Infectious Disease Specialist at St John of God Hospital in Subiaco, who will help us make sense of it all and provide us with some much needed practical advice & share her knowledge on what we now call COVID-19. In the interview Dr Arellano explains some of the terminology we are hearing in the media such as; 'flattening of the curve', what exactly does that mean and how does it affect us? Since COVID-19 we now see people at the shops wearing masks and gloves - should we all be doing this? And when you go to the shops can you become infected by COVID-19 buy handling of fruit, vegetables and items from the shelf & from the shopping trolley? Can we contract COVID-19 from our online deliveries? Can we contract COVID-19 from other animals like the family dog? Can you suffer from COVID-19 twice? Should we be having the flu shot this year? What is the treatment for COVID-19? How long before a vaccine? Why are some people suffering mild symptoms of COVID-19 and other people are fighting for their life in ICU? When will this virus end? If you want to attain some quality and practical information on COVID-19 please take the time to listen to Dr Arellano answer these questions and many more. A big thank you to St John of God Hospital in Subiaco and Dr Arellano for all your support in co-ordinating this special episode of Meditalk. If you feel this podcast episode was of value to you please share with others that this information may help ease their mind during a time of great anxiety and concern. For more information on Dr Astrid Arellano and on COVID-19 here are some useful links: Dr Astrid Arellano: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/a/r/e/l/arellano-astridveronica-subiaco www.doctorastrid.com www.who.int/health-topics/coronavirus#tab=tab_1 www.health.gov.au ww2.health.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Coronavirus www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html 'Stay safe, stay informed and stay well - We can fight this disease together.' To listen to more MeditalkPodcast episodes visit: www.meditalk.com.au Thank you for taking the time to support and listen to MeditalkPodcast :-)

Expecting your first child can be an emotional and overwhelming time in your life, particularly when you’re considering all the varying birthing options that are now available. Everyone seems to have an opinion or experience they wish to share with you. However, listening to medical specialist advice can also be very helpful when devising your birthing plan. In 2019, 1 in 4 women had an instrumental vaginal delivery for their first birth. How do you know what to do and what to expect from a vaginal birth? Today on Meditalk I speak with Dr Adam Gubbay who is an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at St John of God Hospital in Subiaco to better understand what to expect from a vaginal delivery. To learn more about Dr Gubbay visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/g/u/b/b/gubbay-adamdavid-subiaco To listen to more Meditalk Episodes: www.meditalk.com.au Thank you for taking the time to listen to MeditalkPodcast. If you feel this episode has been informative please take a minute to rate or review this podcast or share it with a friend or family member. Well wishes and thoughts, Danae :-)

In December 2017 in Australia, the Cervical Screening Test replaced what we commonly call the Pap Test. Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers women can die from and a routine cervical screening test can save a woman’s life. Almost all cases of cervical cancer are caused by HPV; this is the biggest risk factor for cervical cancer. So it is really important we screen for HPV in healthy women through a cervical screening test. Today on Meditalk I speak with Dr Stuart Salfinger who is a Gynaecologic Oncologist to talk about Cervical Screening. Dr Stuart Salfinger informs us on what changes were made to the national cervical screening program, how the changes in the program effect women, how a cervical screening test differs from a pap test and what exactly is involved. Education and effective screening programs are key to preventing diseases such as; cervical cancer. To learn more about Dr Salfinger visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/s/a/l/f/salfinger-stuartgeorge-subiaco Please take the time to get informed. To hear more episodes of MeditalkPodcast visit: www.meditalk.com.au Thank you for taking the time to listen and support MeditalkPodcast. If you feel this episode was of value please take a few minutes to write a review on Apple Podcasts. Well wishes, Danae :-)

In this MeditalkPodcast episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr Rebecca Ray a Clinical Psychologist, Speaker & Author about vicarious trauma and the art of self-kindness. Kindness is defined as having qualities of friendliness, generosity and consideration. And having a genuine concern and care for others. In fact, science has shown that by devoting resources to others, rather than for oneself can enhance one's well-being. Rebecca's most recent book the Art of Self-Kindness is one of the most beautiful books I have read for a very long time as it talks to the heart of the importance of how giving to yourself needs to be made a priority for a healthy mind and soul. I also asked Dr Rebecca Ray to talk about vicarious trauma as with Australians recently suffering in the last year from such devastating droughts & bushfires learning about this form of trauma may help people to emotionally heal from witnessing and living through very challenging times in our life. I hope you learn and enjoy as much as did from this conversation with Dr Rebecca Ray - a very wise, kind and talented soul - thank you! To learn more about Dr Rebecca Ray and to buy her fabulous books: https://rebeccaray.com.au/ Or follow Dr Rebeccca Ray on Instagram: www.instagram.com/drrebeccaray To listen to more episodes of Meditalk visit: www.meditalk.com.au Please send feedback or ideas of future topics to share on Meditalk by sending me an email to danae@meditalk.com.au Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to MeditalkPodcast. Well wishes, D :-)

According to Diabetes Australia, 280 Australians develop diabetes every day which equates to one person every 5 minutes. In 2017-2018 approximately 1 million Australian adults had type 2 diabetes. Being overweight does in fact increase your risk of suffering from type 2 diabetes. Based on a number of significiant trials that have been published over the years Endocrinologists who medically take care of many diabetic patients as well as, GPs are now considering and discussing with people who are struggling with their weight and suffering type 2 diabetes a referral to seek the specialist advice of a bariatric surgeon to see if weightloss surgery is a possible treatment option for helping people lose significant amounts of weight which in turn greatly assists in people being able to manage their type 2 diabetes. So today, I speak with Dr Jon Armstrong a Bariatric, General and Endocrine Surgeon about treating type 2 diabetes with weight-loss surgery. Dr Armstrong sheds light on this topic to help to inform people when they are perhaps considering weight-loss surgery as an option to better manage their diabetes. To learn more about Dr Armstrong visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/a/r/m/s/armstrong-jonathan-subiaco To hear more episodes of MeditalkPodcast visit: www.meditalk.com.au Thank you for taking the time to listen and support MeditalkPodcast. If you have felt this episode was of value please take a few minutes to write or rate this episode on Apple Podcasts. Well wishes, Danae :-)

With obesity on the rise in our community there are more health campaigns than ever encouraging both adults and children to participate in physical activity. Being active is not only good for our bodies but has also been found to be a wonderful stress reliever and is one of the best ways of taking care of our mind and spirit. However, studies have shown that as more people participate in sports it has led to an increase in sporting injuries. So today, I speak with Dr Dror Maor an Orthopedic Surgeon who specialises in treating adults, children and elite athletes who have been injured while playing sport. To hear more episodes of MeditalkPodcast visit: www.meditalk.com.au If you have any feedback or suggested medical and health topics you would love to learn more about please send me an email at: danae@meditalk.com.au To find out more about Dr Dror Maor visit: www.sjog.org.au drormaor.com.au Thank you for listening and supporting MeditalkPodcast. If you have enjoyed this episode of Meditalk please take a few minutes to write a quick review or provide a star rating on Apple podcasts app as it all helps to share the knowledge with others. Thanks and well wishes, Danae :-)

Have you ever been asked to be in a clinical trial? Have you ever wondered what is involved in a clinical trial? Clinical trials help to determine whether new and existing medicines and medical practices are safe and effective in treating particular diseases and conditions. And even though medicines are tested thoroughly in laboratories human clinical trials assist doctors to further better understand if the new medicines being offered are any better than older ones as well as, they can help to determine correct dosages of medicine to optimise treatment regimes. Today on Meditalk I speak with Professor Steve Webb an Intensivist and Director of Clinical Trials at St John of God Hospital Subiaco so we all can learn more about what is involved in clinical trials and why they are so important to advancing medical care and treatment. To learn more about Professor Webb please visit: www.sjog.org.au/our-locations/st-john-of-god-subiaco-hospital/news/news/2017/03/21/03/54/professor-webb-awarded To hear more episodes of MeditalkPodcast please visit: www.meditalk.com.au Thank you for taking the time to listen and support MeditalkPodcast! If you have felt this episode was of value please take a minute to provide a star rating on Apple Podcasts. Stay well, Stay Healthy, Danae :-)

Essentially lung surgery is when a part of the lung is either repaired or removed. Some people who have been diagnosed with lung cancer may be offered lung surgery as treatment. So, today I speak with Dr Chris Merry a Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Fiona Stanley Hospital and at St John of God Hospital in Subiaco to learn more about Lung Surgery. Dr Merry explains what is generally involved when having lung surgery and how this surgery has given much hope to people suffering from a number of lung diseases including; lung cancer. After speaking with Dr Merry I was in absolute awe in how truly incredible our lungs are at adapting to having parts of the lung removed and still being able to breathe and function. Every interview of Meditalk makes me continue to be amazed with the human body and how truly magnificiant it is and how medicine is continuing to evolve over time challenging diseases and conditions. To hear more episodes of MeditalkPodcast visit: www.meditalk.com.au If you have any suggested medical and health topics you would love to hear discussed on Meditalk please email me at: danae@meditalk.com.au To learn more about Dr Merry visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/m/e/r/r/merry-christopherjames-subiaco Thank you kindly for taking the time to listen to Meditalk. If you have enjoyed this episode if you could take a minute and write a quick review or give a star rating on Apple Podcasts would be a great help to my little independent podcast being found and listened too by other people that may benefit from learning more about Lung Surgery. Thank you and Well wishes, D :-)

Lung cancer is one of the most common cancers diagnosed in Australia. According to the Cancer Council, it is responsible for almost one in five people dying of cancer in Australia. Very sadly there is often a stigma associated with lung cancer that it is a cancer only associated with smoker’s and that they bring it upon themselves. Well one of the key lessons learnt from this interview is that many people that are diagnosed with lung cancer have never touched a cigarette in their life. So in order to attain a better understanding on Lung Cancer I speak with Dr Tim Clay who is a Medical Oncologist specialising in lung and breast cancer at St John of God Hospital in Subiaco. Dr Clay provides us with a great overview of lung cancer but, he also gives an excellent update on current research and treatment of this disease. To learn more about Dr Clay visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/c/l/a/y/clay-timothydudley-subiaco To listen to more episodes of meditalk visit: www.meditalk.com.au Thank you for taking the time to listen to Meditalk. If you have found this episode to be of value please share with people that it may also help and if you are able to take a few minutes to write a quick review on Apple Podcasts that would be a great help. Well wishes, Danae :-)

Endometriosis is a chronic condition that many women are diagnosed with globally. In fact, it is estimated that 1 in 10 women of reproductive age suffer from this condition. So what is endometriosis? Why do we get it? What are the signs and symptoms of endometriosis? Can young girls suffer endometriosis? And what can you do about it if you are diagnosed? Can you still have children if you have endometriosis? All these questions and more are discussed when I speak with Dr Jade Acton who is a Gynaecologist and Ages Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon at St John of God Hospital in Subiaco. For more information on Dr Jade Acton visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/a/c/t/o/acton-jadenicole-subiaco For more information on this condition visit: https://www.endometriosisaustralia.org/ To listen to more episodes of Meditalk visit: www.meditalk.com.au Thank you kindly for taking the time to listen to Meditalk and if you found this episode of value I would be extremely grateful if you can please take a minute to write a quick review on Apple podcasts. Keep well, D :-) Content References: Podcast episode interview with Dr Acton www.endometriosisaustralia.org

Osteoarthritis is a chronic and progressive condition that mostly affects the hands, spine and joints such as; hips, knees and ankles. It is the most common form of arthritis in Australia. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics , 1 in 11 people have osteoarthritis, making it the leading reason for knee and hip replacement surgeries. Joint replacement requires great consideration and research, for this reason we speak to Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Sam Young who is an Australian and internationally trained orthopaedic surgeon with a particular interest in reconstructive and trauma surgery of the hip and knee to discuss osteoarthritis and the varying treatment options available. To learn more about Dr Young visit: www.sjog.org.au/our-locations/st-john-of-god-subiaco-hospital/news/news/2017/12/19/03/24/meet-mr-sam-young To listen to more episodes of Meditalk visit: www.meditalk.com.au If you could take a minute to provide a rating on Apple Podcasts on this episode I would be very grateful and if you found this episode informative please share with your family and friends. Thank you for taking the time to listen and support Meditalk. Well wishes, :-)

We walk on them every day and sadly it is often not until they are in significant pain that we appreciate our feet. If you have ever suffered from bunions or injured your foot or ankle suffering severe pain and aches in your feet that make it extremely difficult to walk, you begin to acknowledge how vital it is to have healthy and functional feet. Today we speak with Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Reza Salleh who specialises in foot, ankle and knee arthroplasty. Dr Reza Salleh talks to us about ‘pains and surgery in our feet and ankles’. For more information on Dr Salleh visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/s/a/l/l/salleh-reza-subiaco To listen to more Meditalk episodes: www.meditalk.com.au If you have valued listening to this episode it would be wonderful if you could please find a minute in your day to rate and review Meditalk on Apple Podcasts App. Also, if you have any feedback or suggested topics please email me on danae@meditalk.com.au Thank you for taking the time to listen and support MeditalkPodcast. Well wishes, D :-)

Life has become stressful. There are times in our day, week or year we can feel overwhelmed and stressed. Sometimes we don't even know we have become stressed until we get sick and we are forced to take greatly needed rest. Are you like me and feel some days there is just never as much time as what we need in our day and night to do the many tasks we have noted on our to do lists! So how can we get stronger to better manage stress so it doesn’t take a toll on our health and well-being. Have you ever been to a doctor with a health concern and an allied health or medical practitioner says to you – ‘it must be stress related, you need to de-stress and you will feel better’. Which when you feel stressed this can be easier said than done! But what is stress exactly? And how does stress affect our body and how can we get strong enough through eating the right foods, taking the right vitamins and minerals so that in times of stress we don’t get so run down and fall sick. Good news is there are some simple foods we can place on our weekly shopping list that can help our immune system fight stress. In this episode of Meditalk we speak with Naturopath and Enterpreneur Mihaela Raguz about how to become strong by eating foods that can help us better manage stress. As well as, Mihaela shares with us some facts about stress and how stress can manifest in our body. For more information on Mihaela look out for her on instagram and she has an excellent u-tube channel worth watching. If you would like to listen to more MeditalkPodcast episodes visit: www.meditalk.com.au Follow MeditalkPodcast on Instagram and if you have any health topic suggestions or feedback please send me an email at danae@meditalk.com.au If you have enjoyed this epsiode I would greatly appreciate it if you could take a minute to rate and review this episode on Apple Podcasts. Thank you for taking the time to listen and support Meditalk! Stay well :-) D

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a condition where the heart beats irregularly. AF is important to diagnose and treat as it can increase our risk of other conditions such as; heart failure and stroke. AF is very common in Australia, in fact it is estimated that more than half a million Australians are living with AF. Today we speak to Dr Gattorna about diagnosing and managing atrial fibrillation. Dr Gattorna is a cardiologist at St John of God Hospital in Subiaco who specialises in treating cardiac arrhythmias & catheter ablation. To learn more about Dr Tim Gattorna visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/g/a/t/t/gattorna-timothyjames-subiaco To listen to more episodes of Meditalk please visit: www.meditalk.com.au Thank you for taking the time to listen to Meditalk. If you feel this episode was of value to you please share with others that may benefit from listening to it or take a few minutes to provide a quick star rating on the Apple Podcasts app. Your support is greatly appreciated and goes along way to supporting this independent podcast. If you have any feedback or suggestions of health topics you would like me to cover on Meditalk please email me on: danae@meditalk.com.au Stay well, D :-)

Having a baby is an experience of a lifetime. It is a very emotional time for families and a significant life change for parents. But how should women expect to feel in the first few days, weeks and months after leaving hospital. Today we speak with specialist obstetrician Dr Melissa O’Neill from St John of God Hospital in Subiaco to talk about postnatal care. In this interview Dr O'Neill talks about postpartum health; physical and hormonal changes a women is likely to experience after having a baby as well as, about medical conditions such as; mastitis, baby blues and post natal depression. Dr O'Neill also gives some advice on healthy post natal exercise expectations. We hope this conversation provides information to new mums and parents of what to expect after giving birth and how it takes a village to raise a child and how crucial it is to take time to care for ourselves to be able to take care of a new baby. "It takes a village to raise a child.'' African proverb To learn more about Dr Melissa O'Neill visit: sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/o/n/e/i/oneill-melissa-subiaco To hear more meditalk podcast episodes: www.meditalk.com.au Please if you are feeling unwell please seek the medical advice from a medical practitioner. If you have found this episode of Meditalk of value please share with family and friends. If you are able to take a minute to write a quick review on Apple Podcasts I would be very appreciative. If you have any suggestions of health topics you would like to learn more about please email me on: danae@meditalk.com.au Thank you for listening and supporting MeditalkPodcast. Well wishes, D :-)

Ovarian cancer is diagnosed when a cancerous tumour has developed in one or both of the ovaries. In 2019 approximately 1,600 Australian women are expected to be diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Do you know the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer? How is ovarian cancer is diagnosed? What are ovarian cysts and why do we get them? Are ovarian cysts related to ovarian cancer? Are there ways we can reduce our risk of ovarian cancer? If you have a family history of ovarian cancer, what are some actions we can take to be proactive? What is the current research and treatment options available for ovarian cancer? So today on Meditalk we speak with Dr Stuart Salfinger who is a Gynaecologic Oncologist to talk about Ovarian Cancer. Dr Salfinger answers all these questions and more to provide us with an overview on what women should know about Ovarian Cancer. To learn more about Dr Stuart Salfinger visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/s/a/l/f/salfinger-stuartgeorge-subiaco To hear more meditalk podcast episodes visit: www.meditalk.com.au For excellent support resources on Ovarian Cancer: ovariancancer.net.au If you found this episode was of value, I would very appreciative if you could please take a minute to write a quick review on Apple Podcasts. And if you have any suggestions of health topics you would like to learn more about please email me on danae@meditalk.com.au Thank you for taking the time to listen to Meditalk. Well wishes, :-)

Bowel cancer is the second most common cancer of both men and women in Australia. Bowel cancer is also known as colorectal cancer and it is a cancer that develops from the inner lining of the bowel. If undetected, like many cancers it can be very invasive. Depending on where the cancer begins, bowel cancer also relates to colon or rectal cancer. So today on Meditalk we speak with Professor Platell about Bowel Cancer. Professor Platell is a specialist colorectal surgeon at St John of God Hospital in Subiaco. He is also an Academic Professor with the The University of Western Australia, and manages the Colorectal Cancer Research Unit. For more information on this episode visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/p/l/a/t/platell-cameronfrancis-subiaco www.meditalk.com.au www.bowelcanceraustralia.org Save you or a loved one from bowel cancer - please if you are concerned about your health always speak to your doctor and if you are sent a bowel cancer screening kit in the mail - just do it. It could save your life! Early dectection of cancer can make a big difference to outcomes. Thank you for listening and supporting Meditalk! :-) D

According to Quit Australia if you smoke more than 10 cigarettes a day, or have a cigarette in the first half hour after waking up, you are considered a person who has an addition to nicotine. Is this you or a loved one? Many quit campaigns over the years have educated us of how smoking can cause significant harm to our health. But quitting smoking is easier said than done! Vaping has come into the picture and more recently there has been media reports of vaping causing death to young vapers in the US. So should vapers be concerned? So what should we believe? Is all smoking, cigarettes or vaping as equally bad for our health? And how exactly can you quit a highly addicted substance such as; nicotine? So I felt it would be of value to speak to an expert in this area – Associate Professor Mendelsohn who is the chairman of the Australian Tobacco Harm Reduction Association (ATHRA) and he also has his own specialist practice in Double Bay where he helps and supports people to quit smoking. A big thank you to A/Prof Mendelsohn for sharing his knowledge with us on Meditalk. To learn more about A/Prof Mendelsohn Visit - www.colinmendelsohn.com.au and www.athra.org.au If you found this episode of Meditalk of value if you could please spend a few minutes to write a review on Apple Podcasts would be greatly appreciated. If you would like to listen to more MeditalkPodcast episodes visit: www.meditalk.com.au Thank you for supporting MeditalkPodcast. Stay well, D :-)

Often most of us take our fertility for granted until sadly we try for a baby and experience difficulties. Infertility affects about 1 in 6 Australian couples of reproductive age and the causes of infertility are many and varied. It can cause couples and families great heart ache and pain however, with medical specialist advice and support this journey can be helped significantly. So today on MediTalk we are speaking with Dr Michael Gannon about fertility to help us better understand this medical condition. Dr Gannon is a general obstetrician and gynaecologist in both private and public practice and is the Head of Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at St John of God Hospital, Subiaco. To learn more about Dr Gannon visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/g/a/n/n/gannon-michaelbryant-subiaco For more MeditalkPodcast Episodes visit: www.meditalk.com.au Thank you for listening and supporting Meditalk. Well wishes, D :-)

According to the Australian Heart Foundation in the last 10 years more than 92,000 Australians have lost their lives to a Heart Attack. Did you know women and men can experience differing warning signs of a heart attack? What are the warning signs of a heart attack? Do you have a family history of heart disease? Please take some time out of your busy day to be informed about how to prevent and survive a heart attack. On Meditalk we speak with Dr Michelle Ammerer about preventing, diagnosing and surviving a heart attack. Dr Ammerer is an interventional cardiologist at St John of God Hospital in Subiaco and was a former board director of the WA Branch of the Australian Heart Foundation and was instrumental in raising awareness of heart disease in women with the ‘Go Red for Women Campaign’. To learn more about Dr Ammerer visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/a/m/m/e/ammerer-michelleanne-subiaco Please do not hesitate to reach out to me via email or DM me on instagram. Always open to feedback and health topic suggestions. danae@meditalk.com.au www.meditalk.com.au Thank you so much for listening and supporting Meditalk! Stay well, D :-)

October in Australia is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in Australian women, with 1 in 8 women being diagnosed by the age of 85. Over the years, thanks to Australia's national breast cancer screening program, public health campaigns and more effective treatments being offered there has been significant improvements in early diagnosis and breast cancer survival rates. However, despite these positive factors every day we still have 42 Australian women being diagnosed and 7 women will lose their life to breast cancer. So why do women get breast cancer? What are the risk factors and warning signs women should be aware of to seek out medical advice? Are there ways we can reduce our risk of breast cancer? Should we still be proactively checking our breasts for lumps? Why are seeing young and older women being diagnosed with breast cancer? How young should women be breast aware? What are the most effective ways of treating breast cancer? What is the latest in breast cancer research? Today on Meditalk we speak with Professor Christobel Saunders who is recognised as one of Australia's most prominent research orientated cancer surgeons consulting at St John of God Hospital in Subiaco. In 2017, Professor Saunders won the Premier's Science Award for Scientist of the Year which recognised her outstanding achievements in breast cancer research which continue to greatly help the lives of people affected by cancer. In this interview Professor Saunders answers many questions about breast cancer to assist us to become better informed and breast cancer aware. If you found this interview of value it would be greatly appreciated if you could take a minute of your time to provide a review on Apple Podcasts / iTunes and more importantly share this podcast episode with your mum, your sister, your best friend or work collegue. So around the world women become more breast cancer aware! As gaining knowledge is a powerful start to preventing and surviving disease! To find out more about Professor Christobel Saunders at St John of God Subiaco visit: www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/s/a/u/n/saunders-christobelmary-subiaco To listen to more MeditalkPodcast episodes visit: www.meditalk.com.au Meditalk appreciates you taking the time to listen and support MeditalkPodcast. Stay well and stay kind, :-) D Breast Cancer Statistic Reference: www.bcna.org.au/news/2015/09/breast-cancer-awareness-month-1/

Infected ears and tonsils are one of the most common reasons why children visit the doctor and are prescribed antibiotics. Dr Bumbak is a Pediatric Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Surgeon at St John of God Hospital in Subiaco and he explains; why many children have issues with not only infections of the middle ear but, also with their tonsils and how grommets can be an effective treatment for glue ear. Is your child; Taking antibiotics a number of times a year due to infections of the ear or tonsils? Struggling to hear? Suffering daytime sleepiness - falling asleep at school? Is a chronic snorer? Experiencing speech and language development delay? Wetting the bed? Feeling constantly fatigued? Falling behind in their school work? Dr Bumbak talks about how children that present with these symptoms by visiting a general practitioner(GP)they may be referred to a Pediatric ENT Surgeon for consideration of grommet, tonsil and adenoid surgery. To learn more about Dr Bumbak and SJOG Subiaco visit: https://www.sjog.org.au/our-locations/st-john-of-god-subiaco-hospital Thank you for listening to Meditalk: www.meditalk.com.au Stay well :-)

There are just so many books and blogs out there talking pregnancy, it is no wonder many parents feel completely overwhelmed by information. Dr Mulroy helps to simplify the information for us. In our interview Dr Mulroy explains the genetic testing now available for pregnant women to consider as well as, answers pregnancy questions about food cravings, how much we should be exercising before, during and after having a baby? Is our pelvic floor something we should be worrying about before and after childbirth? Are there particular supplements we should be taking during pregnancy and why? So many questions we think about but thanks to Dr Mulroy in our 30 minute chat we find out some great tips to enhance our health when trying to conceive, during and after pregnancy. Dr Mulroy is a specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist with a subspecialist qualification in ultrasound at St John of God Hospital in Subiaco. www.sjog.org.au/find-a-doctor/search-results/m/u/l/r/mulroy-seonaidmargaret-subiaco Thank you Dr Mulroy for sharing your knowledge on Meditalk. www.meditalk.com.au Listen to MeditalkPodcast on iTunes, Apple Podcast App, Spotify and SoundCloud. A big thank you to listeners and supporters of MeditalkPodcast. If you are able to provide a star rating or review on Apple Podcasts app I would be extremely grateful. Stay well! D :-)