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Guest: Loretta Dignam, Founder of The Menopause Hub
Today I'm talking with Loretta Dignam, founder of the world's first menopause clinic. Following a bewildering and disappointing experience when menopause hit, Loretta realised that she was not alone in having little clarity about what menopause entailed, what symptoms can/should be treated and how, or which parts of this under-discussed experience women just have to suck up. Having started her research in her front room, she went on to discover that hundreds of the women she met had little reliable information on it. Not only that, a whole generation of health care professionals had been misled on the benefits and risks of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). In this very frank chat, Loretta fills us in on her personal experiences along with her groundbreaking work to champion access to informed menopause treatment. For further links to further information on Menopause, see: Menopause Matters www.menopausematters.co.uk The Menopause Hub www.themenopausehub.ie British Menopause Society www.bms.org.uk Primary Care Women's Forum www.pcwf.co.uk
Send us a textFrom Being Dismissed by Doctors to Revolutionising Menopause Care in Ireland – Loretta Dingham's Journey Is One Every Woman Needs to HearWhen Loretta experienced her first hot flushes after her periods stopped at age 49, she thought she must be the youngest woman in Ireland to go through the menopause. Little did she know that the constellation of symptoms she had battled throughout her 40s – headaches that led to brain scans, recurrent urinary tract infections, dry eyes that landed her in A&E three times, weight gain, and skin breakouts – were all connected to perimenopause, a term she had never even heard before.After years of medical gaslighting and being told she was simply “having a bad run of things,” Loretta decided to take matters into her own hands. Her frustration turned into determination after meeting a successful professional woman who had been suffering with menopausal symptoms for over a decade without knowing where to turn.Within months, Loretta founded The Menopause Hub – Ireland's first dedicated menopause clinic – long before celebrity campaigns and public discourse made menopause a mainstream topic. What began as a personal mission has become a nationwide movement.Today, The Menopause Hub provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary care through clinics in Dublin and Cork, with virtual consultations available across the country. But Loretta's vision goes well beyond clinical care. Through The Menopause Hub Academy, she is transforming workplaces to better support women going through the menopause, aiming to halt the alarming exodus of experienced female talent from the workforce.Her pioneering efforts have not gone unnoticed. Loretta was recently recognised by Forbes as one of their Top 50 Over 50, honouring her groundbreaking work and continued advocacy.In this eye-opening conversation, Loretta discusses the barriers women still face in accessing proper menopause care, the life-changing benefits of personalised treatment, and her campaign for free women's health checks. Her message is clear and urgent: women deserve better, and no one should suffer in silence.Whether you're navigating menopause yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode is filled with invaluable insights into reclaiming your vitality and advocating for your health. Subscribe now and share this conversation with every woman in your life.Thanks for Listening!You can watch the full episode on YouTube [here].Don't forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review – it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations.Thanks for listening! You can watch the full episode on YouTube here. Don't forget to follow The Laura Dowling Experience podcast on Instagram @lauradowlingexperience for updates and more information. You can also follow our host, Laura Dowling, @fabulouspharmacist for more insights and tips. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review—it really helps us out! Stay tuned for more great conversations.
NEW! "The 40's Stretch" - A new season from Stretch Marks PodcastWe are stretching - this time into our 40's. Today I'm joined by the first Irish woman to be included in the Forbes 50 over 50 global list of trailblazing women - Loretta Dignam founder and CEO of the Menopause Hub, Ireland's first dedicated menopause clinic.After three years of hot flushes, broken sleep, migraines, headaches, dizziness, weight gain, UTIs and dry eyes, energy levels on the floor, Loretta felt like her old self had disappeared. And instead of just making a change - she made a revolution. Here we talk about what led to her courageous move out of her career and into the Menopause Hub, why we need specialist menopause clinics and the value of women being so much more informed and empowered in their 20's, 30's, 40's and 50's to not only protect their hormones but their future health. SURVEY: The Menopause Hub invites you to take part in their annual Perimenopause and Menopause survey. It is the 7th year of the survey, and the results help to inform stakeholders, including Government, Dept of Health, Medical Professionals, Employers and Media as well as Policy Makers and Society generally. Click here to take part.Supported by McCabe's Pharmacy: Download the new and improved McCabes Pharmacy app today, it's a simple, secure, and time-saving way to manage medications. PLUS you'll get 20% off your first purchase through the app using the code NEWAPP20. "The 40's Stretch" is a Stretch Marks Production,Hosted by Sinéad O'Moore, produced by The Brand Story and sound edited by Alan Breslin.Contact: stretchmarkspod@gmail.comhttps://www.instagram.com/stretchmarkspodcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Women using HRT won't be reimbursed despite the fact that the medication was supposed to be made ‘free'.Free HRT was supposed to come into effect on January 1st, but it has been delayed in a row between the Government and pharmacists. Today, a new date of the 1st of June was announced.Joining Andrea to discuss this is Loretta Dignam, Founder & CEO of The Menopause Hub, Sheena Mitchell, Pharmacy Owner and Health Advocate at WonderCare.ie and Catherine O'Keeffe, Menopause Workplace Consultant.
Loretta Dignam has pioneered menopause in Ireland. As founder and CEO, she opened the doors to The Menopause Hub, Ireland's first and only dedicated peri/menopause clinic in January 2019. This was one of only two clinics in the world dedicated to menopause. The Menopause Hub is a centre of excellence, and now has three clinics in Ireland, and Ireland's first Menopause App, which is available for free and which also acts as an adjunct to the patient care pathway. Loretta is a passionate advocate for menopausal women, smashing the taboo and striving to make menopause mainstream. Through the Menopause Hub Academy, she has also developed a CPD accredited programme to support organisations with menopause in the workplace awareness, education, training, and policy development and hosts the Menopause Workplace Excellence Awards in partnership with Great Place to Work and has created the Menopause Workplace Accreditation programme to recognise those who are leading the way in menopause support at work. Loretta has had a lengthy and highly successful career working for many multinational, global businesses including; Mars Inc, Diageo plc, Kerry Group plc Ardagh Group and Jacob Fruitfield, as a senior marketing and communications leader. She is a multi-award winner - Marketer of the Year, Tatler Woman of the Year 2024 (Health), Women's Health CEO of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year runner up in the Image Businesswoman Awards, and HIHI FemTech 2023 Winner. This is the 48th episode with guest Loretta Dignam, CEO of The Menopause Hub, in the Davy podcast series 'Everyday Business with Aidan Donnelly'.
Leading menopause expert Loretta Dignam has become the only Irishwoman honoured in the first-ever Forbes 50 over 50 global list of trailblazingwomen.Dignam founded the Menopause Hub – Ireland's first and only dedicatedmenopause clinic at the time – in 2018 at the age of 56.She says that age has no limit for entrepreneurship and talks about herefforts to make Ireland a global leader in removing the stigma aroundmenopause.Visit www.thinkbusiness.ie for more news and supports for start-ups and SMEs in Ireland. If you want to start and grow a business, ThinkBusiness.
A new survey by The Menopause Hub reveals that nearly 60-percent of men in Ireland believe menopause symptoms have impacted their relationships, with almost half reporting negative effects on their sex lives. To tell us more CEO of The Menopause Hub, Loretta Dignam.
Today on the show - Local Cllr and Founder of Meath Homeless Outreach, Alan Lawes told us about the work the group is doing with the local council to ensure that any person in need of emergency accommodation in Meath is being catered for during the cold snap. Loretta Dignam of the Menopause Hub spoke about their new research which shows that 60% of Irish men believe their relationship has been impacted by menopause symptoms and Conor Horgan of IBAL spoke to us about the performance of local towns on the latest litter league Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
David Waters the President of the Teachers Union of Ireland. The shortage of teachers may lead to fewer subject on offer to students in the coming academic year.Loretta Dignam from the Menopause Hub is calling for free HRT and health checks for women.Helen O'Neill is a parent who is campaigning for a school bus from Bantry to Shull so 31 local children can attend Schull Secondary school.All your gardening questions are answered by Peter Dowdall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On today's show with guest presenter Louise Walsh, we chatted to a female dairy farmer who can't find work clothes to fit, a new accreditation scheme by The Menopause Hub, a teenage rally driver from Duleek and the dangers of using older products on younger skin!Also we caught up with the Pound the Pavements campaign Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A new chocolate bar from Holland & Barrett has come under scrutiny after it claims to help soothe some symptoms of menopause. Some have accused the bar of ‘menowashing' and unfairly targeting vulnerable women. Loretta Dignam, CEO & Founder of the Menopause Hub, joins Kieran to discuss.Image: Holland & Barrett
In the latest episode of The Red Cube Podcast, Great Place to Work CEO Cathal Divilly is joined by Loretta Dignam, Founder & CEO of The Menopause Hub, Ireland's first dedicated menopause clinic. Having started the clinic building on her own personal experience with menopause, Loretta has spent her time advocating for widespread awareness and education on the topic and smashing the taboo around menopause. She and Cathal chat into how workplaces can support women in their organisation who are perimenopausal or menopausal, and other employees who can be impacted, be it directly or indirectly. This episode is a must for organisations looking to support women at every stage of their lives, and also for those who wish to educate their employees and senior leaders on this topic.If you want to get in touch with The Menopause Hub email info@themenopausehub.ie or go to the website themenopausehub.ie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sonya Lennon, Second Life Mentor, chats with Loretta Dignam, Founder and Owner of the Menopause Hub about how she has managed her career and pension planning while juggling the various stages of being a businesswoman and mother. The views shared on this podcast are the speaker's own and do not represent financial advice. Check out our Retirement Hub for more information, tools and guides to help you on your retirement journey. Standard Life International dac is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.
On this week's Red Business podcast…Rory Fitzpatrick of The National Space Centre in Midleton tells us about The Big DishSusan Hayes Culleton, co-author of ‘Engineering In The World', talks about how the new book will benefit teenagersAnd founder of The Menopause Hub, Loretta Dignam, talks about the new menopause treatment hub in Ballincollig
Join Jenny and naturopathic doctor + founder of The Wild Collective Dr. Michelle Peris for a deep dive into body literacy, optimizing health in your 40's, the power of community and all things perimenopause. These two remarkable health experts discuss the importance of listening to your body's whispers and supporting it through inevitable change, and really hone in on understanding what perimenopause is and how it affects women biochemically, hormonally, cognitively, emotionally, spiritually and fundamentally. Important Links in this Episode:Cyclical Living Guide—Nutrition (Eating during your menstrual cycle)Essential Bloodwork tests guideWild Medicine PodcastFollow Dr Michelle on IGCheck out The Wild Collective website Get Your Perfect Sports 20% Discount here by using coupon code: JVBSave $100 off Your MAXPRO Fitness hereApply for the STRONG Formula Certification Program WORK WITH A TEAM STRONG GIRLS COACHSTRONG Fitness Magazine Subscription Use discount code SAVE If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser and Castbox. Resources:STRONG Fitness MagazineSTRONG Fitness Magazine on IGTeam Strong GirlsCoach JVB Follow Jenny on social media:InstagramFacebookYouTube https://
Loretta Dignam is one of Ireland's leading women's health campaigners and is Founder and CEO of the Menopause Hub, Ireland's first dedicated menopause clinic. Loretta previously enjoyed a long and successful career at Marketing Director level for leading multinational global brands including Mars, Diageo, Kerry Group & Jacob Frutifield where she won marketer of the year. Loretta has also lectured in UCD Smurfit Business School on their executive MBA and MSc Programmes and she was a board member of the Abbey Theatre and chaired their Gender Equality Committee in 2016. Loretta is a true Menopause Champion, working with businesses to create menopause policies in the workplace and lobbying the government for much needed change. Although she she says she lost her 'va va voom' for a time, she certainly brings some 'va va voom' to our conversation. During our chat we cover: - Loretta's own menopause experience & why she created the hub - How we know we're in perimenopause & the symptoms - The facts around HRT & other treatments - The three main health risks to women of menopausal age - Menopause policies in the work place - What the Menopause Hub offers Follow Loretta: @themenopausehub https://www.themenopausehub.ie
Research published today in Denmark shows a potential link between using hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in the menopause, and an increased risk of dementia and Alzheimer's Disease. Is there a way to combat this possible heightened risk, and how does it happen? Sean was joined by Dr. Genevieve Ferraris, menopause specialist with The Menopause Hub...
Research published today in Denmark shows a potential link between using hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in the menopause, and an increased risk of dementia and Alzheimer's Disease. Is there a way to combat this possible heightened risk, and how does it happen? Sean was joined by Dr. Genevieve Ferraris, menopause specialist with The Menopause Hub...
[36] Irelands 1st dedicated menopause clinic, founded by Loretta Dignam Loretta Dignam is an award-winning Marketer of the Year, who opened the doors to The Menopause Hub, Ireland's first and only dedicated multidisciplinary menopause clinic in December 2018. Loretta is the founder and CEO. The Menopause Hub is Ireland's first dedicated, multidisciplinary clinic, which includes a team of doctors - GPs and Gynaecologists, - a psychologist, a dietitian and nutritionist, a women's health physiotherapist and an acupuncturist Loretta is an advocate for menopausal women and has developed a programme to support organisations with menopause in the workplace awareness and education training, and policy development. She has had a lengthy and highly successful career working for many multinational, global businesses including; Mars Inc, Diageo plc, Kerry Group plc Ardagh Group and Jacob Fruitfield, as a senior marketing and communications leader. She was awarded Marketer of the Year in 2011. She is a graduate of UCD and DCU and has lectured in the UCD Smurfit Business School on their executive MBA and MSc Programmes. Loretta was on the Board of the Abbey Theatre, for 6 years, where she was a ministerial appointment. She also chaired their Gender Equality Committee, driving change in gender equality policy across Irish theatre, chaired the Development Committee, & was a member of the Audit and Risk Committee. Loretta has recently been shortlisted for Entrepreneur of the Year with Image Business Woman od the Year Awards Loretta's top 3 tips to improve your health are: 1. Manage weight 2. Move more 3. Vitamin D Website: https://www.themenopausehub.ie/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/menopausehub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themenopausehub/ Symptom checker: https://www.themenopausehub.ie/useful-resources/symptom-checker ABOUT THE HOST - Fiona Staunton Fiona Staunton is a Ballymaloe trained Chef and has a Degree in Education from Trinity. Fiona's Food For Life' launched 2017 with the slogan ‘Cook, Eat, Nourish'. Fiona launched a series of in-person and virtual demonstrations, she makes cooking good food uncomplicated. More details on the website https://www.fionasfoodforlife.ie/ WORK WITH FIONA For cookery demos in real time, virtual or in person, or for speaking opportunities contact Fiona https://www.fionasfoodforlife.ie/contact KEEP UPDATED For recipes and tips, sign up to Fiona's fortnightly newsletter https://fionasfoodforlife.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9e955bef00cdcb369709cc123&id=4a83a7441e CONNECT WITH FIONA https://linktr.ee/fionasfoodforlife DISCLAIMER The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence
As a woman, we face daily challenges that make us stronger. But dealing with PMS, Peri-Menopause, and Menopause is another level. Luckily, our improved modern health care is on our side. In this episode, Donna and Renee, along with guest Deirdre O'kane, an Irish stand-up comedian and actress, talk about her Peri-Menopausal journey and how she overcame her challenges. Deirdre also talks about how she spread awareness in her live stand-up comedies and helped men and women learn more about women's health. Listen today and learn more about Deirdre O'kane's Peri-Menopausal journey that may help with yours! Highlights & Resources How Donna & Renee met Deirdre Deirdre's perimenopausal journey Natural options for perimenopause Women's products vs. Men's products The ups and downs of menopause Spreading knowledge about perimenopause Deirdre, and Femtech Health care for women Deirdre's 3 tips for perimenopause Menopause Clinics in Ireland Caoimhe Hartly Menopause Clinic| www.menopausehealth.ie The Menopause Hub| www.themenopausehub.ie Learn More About Your Health Our information hub is bursting with facts about your menstrual cycle, menopause journey, and the research we've done over the years to make Key a straightforward solution for women. Unlock your best self with daily wellness designed for women! Click here to visit our information hub >> learn.keyforher.com. About Deirdre O'Kane Deidre O'Kane is an Irish stand-up comedian, and actress who became a stand-up comic in 1996 and got into the finals of the BBC New Comedy Awards of that year. She has played at the Edinburgh Festival every year since 2001, where she not only performed her solo show. Deirdre is touring nationally with her show Demented. She will also be in the 3 Olympia on January 21st. Tickets are available at www.deirdreokane.net. Connect with Deirdre Website| www.deirdreokane.net/bio Instagram| @deirdreokane123 Facebook| www.facebook.com/deirdrecomedy Twitter| @deirdreokane1 Tiktok| @deirdreokanecomedy About Key for Her Donna & Renée are the co-founders of Key For Her. They set up their company Femtech Healthcare (brand name: Key For Her) to empower and support women around the menstrual cycle, perimenopause, and general women's health. In this series, the two women will share their journeys and all elements of their empowering business while speaking with resident Key For Her podcast doctor Dr. Caoimhe Hartley and several other women who are also de-stigmatizing and opening up positive conversations around women's health. Connect with us! Website | keyforher.com Facebook | www.facebook.com/keyforher Instagram | @keyforher Twitter | @keyforher Tiktok | @keyforher
In this week's archive episode from June 2021, Stefanie talks to founder of the Menopause Hub, Loretta Dignam. They discuss the process of menopause and some of the 40 different symptoms which can be experienced throughout. They talk about some of the treatments available including Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and how ignoring menopause can impact your long term health. But don't worry, as Loretta says - it's not all doom and gloom! You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissner Thanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin. This episode of Basically is sponsored by Humdinger Mortgages. Feel free to check them out at humdingermortgages.ie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly has launched the inaugural Menopause Awareness Week. The week is centered around World Menopause Day which takes place tomorrow. But why is this campaign needed? Ciara was joined by Founder of the Menopause Hub, Loretta Dignam.
The Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly has launched the inaugural Menopause Awareness Week. The week is centered around World Menopause Day which takes place tomorrow. But why is this campaign needed? Ciara was joined by Founder of the Menopause Hub, Loretta Dignam.
With Loretta Dignam, Founder of the Menopause Hub. Loretta has a marketing career that you can only marvel at working with Mars, Diageo, Kerry Foods and Jacobs Fruitfield (Valeo Foods). She launched categories, like premium Sheba catfood and Dolmios pasta sauces and then went on to shut off brands that weren't perforning to focus on building the ones that were in her time at Diageo before rejuvenating some of the countries best loved biscuits (cookies). Loretta set up the Menopause Hub to break the stigma attached to menopause and help organisations think about creating menopause friendly workplaces. Today's episode is brought to you in partnership with Marketing Magazine. If you want to get in touch email thatswhaticallmarketing@gmail.com or find us on twitter @thats_marketing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Menopausal women are leaving the Irish workplace in droves due to lack of support, we discuss this with Loretta Dignam Founder and CEO of The Menopause Hub.
This is a Bonus Episode for more than one reason. Bonus because I am joined by TWO powerhouse, fabulous women to talk about Peri to Post Menopause and their experiences. Bonus because it's an extra episode this week and possibly most importantly, bonus because YOU can get involved. Emily Barclay heads up The Perimenopause Hub, bringing together world wide resources and experts on Perimenopause and Menopause so that women feel supported and heard. “Just getting that word, Perimenopause, was a weight lifted.” Loretta Dignam is an award-winning Marketer of the Year, who is CEO of The Menopause Hub, Ireland's first and only dedicated multidisciplinary menopause clinic, opened in December 2018. In this episode we discuss, Testosterone, Brain Health, Chronic Fatigue, the Wilderness of Perimenopause, Dry Eye, Migraines, being sent to A&E for symptoms and Loretta's story of hot flash magnets - not to be missed! Most importantly, we introduce the Menopause Walk 22 - Stride by Side - what, when and why and how YOU can get involved. https://www.charityfootprints.com/StrideBySide/ You can find Emily at https://perimenopausehub.com Perimenopause Hub on FB, @perimenopausehub on Insta @perimenohub on Twitter. You can find Loretta at https://www.themenopausehub.ie/ @menopausehub on Insta The Menopause Hub on LinkedIn
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Niall is speaking to, Loretta Dignam founder of The Menopause Hub, about the massive shortage of HRT that Ireland is currently facing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Niall is speaking to, Loretta Dignam founder of The Menopause Hub, about the massive shortage of HRT that Ireland is currently facing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why is it that we don't know what to expect when we reach Peri-Menopause? There are whole sections of the library about what to expect when you're expecting and we understand puberty in great detail, so why not menopause? Find out more here: https://www.mmmpodcast.me/ep114
There is a clear consensus that employers are not doing enough to support women through the menopause. Either it's seen as a taboo subject, ignored and not talked about or totally mismanaged by so many employers which means that unfortunately there are millions of menopausal women feeling unsupported by their employer's and employer's losing some exceptional female talent from the workplace as a result. It's time to transform employer practices for the benefit of all. Our panel are ready to discuss Menopause & Work and happy to take questions from audience members too. Loretta Dignam – Founder and CEO of The Menopause Hub, Ireland's first dedicated menopause clinic. Loretta has had a portfolio career but originally was a marketing business leader in the corporate sector. Loretta's overriding purpose is to help peri-menopausal and menopausal women. Bev Thorogood – After 30 years working for the UK's Ministry of Defence and 10 years of that in an L&D capacity, Bev left that role and is now one of the UK's most renowned menopause specialist trainers for employers. She is also the author of “The Business of Menopause” and podcast host for “Generation Exceptional” which is aimed at women over 40 and discusses health, career and business matters. Cathy Hastie – An international senior HR practitioner who has worked across numerous industries and led various business transformations. Cathy has a keen interest in supporting menopausal women and has been an advocate and champion of employer initiatives to support menopausal women in a number of businesses. #hr #humanresources #hostinghr #menopause #menopauseatwork YOUR HOST & FOUNDER OF HR RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONS – “Having graduated with a History degree, I was persuaded into a career in recruitment having been applying to graduate schemes. Whilst I failed in securing a role on a graduate scheme, I was lucky enough to be offered a chance to become a trainee Recruitment Consultant in 2008. In 2011, I started to work exclusively with the HR profession. I have since recruited HR professionals for business in numerous countries from entry–level to C-Suite from start-ups to blue-chip multinationals. I have a passion for the profession and how it helps businesses be successful and create great places to work. My curiosity and passion for HR was why I decided to set up Hosting HR to share ideas within the profession and to have a bit of fun doing it too. I recently moved to live by the sea in Devon, England with my wife, son and dog. I am a big football fan and support Newcastle United as well as playing regularly – if you look closely you might even see some Newcastle United paraphernalia in the background during the stream.” You can follow or connect with me on LinkedIn here - Leon Morley | LinkedIn HR RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONS - HR Recruitment Solutions
It is often talked about as a taboo subject and all too often ignored but on Friday Morning Loretta Dignim joined Jim Kealy on the Morning Mix to talk about Menopause, Loretta is CEO and founder of the Menopause Hub
Loretta Dignam CEO of The Menopause Hub joins our host William Corless to discuss why menopause matters in the workplace. Loretta takes an evidence based approach to focus on the impact on women and the workplace. Loretta was blindsided by her own experience and with a focus on gender equality, she is passionate that no one should suffer like she did. She wants to short cut this journey for others and demystify this for women and employers. This is done through education and taking the fear out of these conversations. Over 570,000 women at anyone time will be going through menopause at anyone time Over 350,000 of those women will be in the workplace Research shows that 80% of women are unprepared for menopause. 66% of women no little or nothing about menopause There are 37 symptoms of menopause 25% will have dehabilitating symptoms Much like the focus on mental health over the last decade, Loretta is focused on what the future will look like and women health being at the forefront of wellbeing initiatives much like mental health is today. We also explore how women can have a better quality of life, how the workplace can support. We also gain insights on what managers and employers can do. World Menopause day is October 18th #HeForShe https://www.themenopausehub.ie
How can businesses support and promote women's wellbeing and career development? This pivotal issue is the focus of the latest episode of the Work Talks podcast series, presented by broadcaster Kieran Cuddihy.In particular, the discussion looks at question such as:How can we support and promote wellbeing in the workplace, particularly relating to issues like infertility, miscarriage and menopause?How do we support women who, in the majority of cases, have the main care giving responsibilities in their households?What more can business do to promote equality through Gender Pay Gap reporting and sufficient statutory leave entitlement? You will hear expert insights on these issues from: Maeve McElwee, Director of Employer Relations, Ibec;Ronan Collier, Corporate Safety, Health and Welfare Coordinator, ESB;Loretta Dignam, Founder of the Menopause Hub.
Listen to Ep. 5: Menopause, mental health and nursing There is no doubt that the menopause has become a bit of a hot topic this year, with the rise of celebrity discussing their peri-menopausal symptoms. Still, it's thought that nearly 80%* of women feel underprepared for this transition. This week Norah talks to former nurse Kathleen Kinsella of Kinsella Management Solutions and founder of the Menopause Hub, Loretta Dignam about the impact menopause has on the wellbeing and mental health of nurses and midwives. With 33%* of women experiencing episodes of anxiety, it's time to talk about it and maybe even change the conversation.Let's Wrap It Up: Each episode ends with a quick 5-minute wrap up session with mental health expert Bríd O'Meara; links to Bríd's support recommendations include:• For resources on wellbeing and mindfulness, visit: Let'sTalk About It Resources• For more information on the symptoms of menopause, visit The Menopause Hub• For access to free CBT courses on sleep, stress and more, visit Self-Directed CBT Courses or directly on Aware: Adult Programmes | Positive Mental Health | AwareIf you have been affected by the conversation today, there are a number of one to one and self-directed mental health supports available to you. Visit our Support Services page for more information.*2019, INMO and Kathleen Kinsella, “Menopause at work”, based on 500 responses. Let's Talk About It, a mental health collective for INMO members, is brought to you by INMO and Cornmarket. ‘Let's Talk About It Podcast' is bought to you by INMO and Cornmarket as a part of Let's Talk About It, a mental health collective for INMO members.
This episode Baz chats to Loretta Dignam all about the menopause. She is the founder of Ireland's first dedicated menopause clinic, and Ireland's only multidisciplinary menopause clinic, driven by over 40 years of medical expertise. She talked facts and crushed the myths. By understanding better, we all can offer better support.You can find out more about The Menopause Hub here See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This week, Stefanie talks to founder of the Menopause Hub, Loretta Dignam. They discuss the process of menopause and some of the 40 different symptoms which can be experienced throughout. They talk about some of the treatments available including Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and how ignoring menopause can impact your long term health. But don’t worry, as Loretta says - it’s not all doom and gloom!You can support Stefanie and the show on HeadStuff+ Follow Stefanie on Instagram @StefaniePreissnerThanks to Cathal O'Gara for our artwork and our music is from Only Ruin.
Jen talks to Loreta Dignam, founder and CEO of the Menopause Hub, in this episode they talk about one of the most neglected and un-spoken of times in women's lives. They chat about Loreta's own journey to opening a medical clinic and navigating her own through menopause, everything from irrational rage, low energy to weight gain. Everyone either knows or will know someone who will go through it, making it a must listen.Loretas website: www.themenopausehub.ieWebsite: www.when-podcast.cominstagram: @when.podcast
From hot flushes and vaginal dryness to anxiety and a distinct lack of joie de vivre, the menopause can bring about all sorts of struggles for women from as early as their late 30s. In this episode of Bits of Me, I talk to divorced mother of two, Loretta Dignam, who is the Founder and CEO of The Menopause Hub in Dublin, Ireland's first and only clinic dedicated to helping women who are going through the menopause. Loretta shares her experience of 'the change', explains why she decided to set up a clinic to help other women, discusses the myths and attitudes surrounding this key stage in women's lives, and explains the various symptoms and treatments. You can follow The Menopause Hub on Instagram at @menopausehub or visit their website, www.themenopausehub.ie, where you'll find loads of useful information as well as symptom checkers, fact sheets and more. Bits of Me is on Instagram too, as @bitsofme_podcast, and on Twitter as @bitsofme_pod. If you like the podcast, please rate and review it on iTunes and subscribe on your choice of podcast platform. Know anyone who would enjoy this particular episode? Please share it with them! #bitsofmepod #womenshealth #womensbodies #motherhood #feminism #themenopause #menopause #thechange #midlife #vaginalatrophy #vaginaldryness #anxiety #depression #moodswings #HRT #hormonereplacementtherapy #oestrogen #estrogen #hotflushes #osteoporosis