S2 E10: Domperidone for Low Milk Supply: Is it Safe? - Dr. Janet Currie & Dr. Suzanne Hetzel Campbell

06/12/24 • 35 min

Domperidone is a dopamine blocker that is being increasingly prescribed off-label in British Columbia and other provinces to treat low milk supply. In this episode of Women’s Health Interrupted, we are joined by Dr. Janet Currie and Dr. Suzanne Hetzel Campbell to address the effects of Domperidone on breast feeding mothers. They will also be discussing criticisms, research and areas of development around it. Guest: Dr. Janet Currie and Dr. Suzanne Hetzel Campbell Host(s): Chhavi Mehra & Sarah Williscraft Editor: Negin Nia & Chhavi Mehra Music: "A Way to You" by Nick Petrov licensed via Premium Beat Special Thanks: UBC Medicine Learning Network, the UBC Work Learn program & WHRC donors New episodes of Women’s Health Interrupted will be available on the second Wednesday of each month. Please rate, review, and subscribe to our podcast and explore the entire UBC Medicine Learning Network roster of podcasts on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and where you find your podcasts. Learn more about the Women's Health Research Cluster on their website: https://womenshealthresearch.ubc.ca/ © UBC Medicine Learning Network

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S2 E9: This is How You Can Improve Your Quality of Life - Dr. Debra Anderson

In this episode of Women’s Health Interrupted, we are joined by Dr. Debra Anderson to discuss how you can improve your quality of life. Dr. Anderson delves into health behaviours like diet sleep, stress, exercise, and other lifestyle choices that can impact your quality of life, especially for women. She will specifically address how this can improve your life if you are dealing with a chronic disease like cancer, heart disease or diabetes. Guest: Dr. Debra Anderson Host(s): Chhavi Mehra & Sarah Williscraft Editor: Negin Nia & Chhavi Mehra Music: "A Way to You" by Nick Petrov licensed via Premium Beat Special Thanks: UBC Medicine Learning Network, the UBC Work Learn program & WHRC donors New episodes of Women’s Health Interrupted will be available on the second Wednesday of each month. Please rate, review, and subscribe to our podcast and explore the entire UBC Medicine Learning Network roster of podcasts on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and where you find your podcasts. Learn more about the Women's Health Research Cluster on their website: https://womenshealthresearch.ubc.ca/ © UBC Medicine Learning Network

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S2 E11: Breaking the Stigma Around Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - Kiran Mann

Kiran Mann joins us on this episode to discuss pelvic floor dysfunction and breaking stigmas. She explains what pelvic floor dysfunction is, how common it is and useful tips if you do have it. Kiran will also talk about the Be Pelvic Health Aware campaign – aimed to help those with this dysfunction feel comfortable talking to their healthcare providers and support systems. Guest: Kiran Mann Host(s): Chhavi Mehra & Sarah Williscraft Editor: Negin Nia & Chhavi Mehra Music: "A Way to You" by Nick Petrov licensed via Premium Beat Special Thanks: UBC Medicine Learning Network, the UBC Work Learn program & WHRC donors New episodes of Women’s Health Interrupted will be available on the second Wednesday of each month. Please rate, review, and subscribe to our podcast and explore the entire UBC Medicine Learning Network roster of podcasts on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and where you find your podcasts. Learn more about the Women's Health Research Cluster on their website: https://womenshealthresearch.ubc.ca/ © UBC Medicine Learning Network