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Thriving In Menopause

Thriving In Menopause

By: Prevention Australia
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At Prevention we know how confusing and truly overwhelming the changes caused by menopause can be. That’s why we’ve enlisted some of Australia’s best health experts to share simple ways to make midlife easier in our new podcast, Thriving in Menopause. We cover it all, from minimising those awful hot flushes, to easing mad-eyed mood swings, to managing sudden weight shifts, to handling your relationship. If you’re a woman in midlife, this series just for you!2025 Prevention Podcasts Hygiene & Healthy Living
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  • S14E1: S14 Dizziness, heart palpitations and panic attacks
    Oct 5 2025

    Do you sometimes feel your heart race out of the blue, experience dizzy spells, or even find yourself in the grip of a panic attack? These unsettling symptoms can be surprisingly common during perimenopause and menopause - but what’s really going on?

    In this episode, we're joined by integrative medicine specialist and naturopathic physician Dr Karen Coates, co-author of new book Hormonal Harmony. Dr Coates will unpack why these symptoms occur, when to seek medical advice, and the practical strategies that can help you manage them. From understanding the role of fluctuating hormones to uncovering lifestyle triggers, Dr Coates shares her expert insights to help you feel calmer and more in control.

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    31 mins
  • S13E6: S13 E6 The future of menopause
    Aug 24 2025

    Menopause is finally stepping out of the shadows, but what does the future of care really look like? In this episode, Prevention’s Zoe Meunier speaks with Dr Dev Ameratunga, a leading reproductive endocrinologist with a special interest in women’s hormonal health, about how advances in science, medicine and awareness are reshaping this life stage.

    If you’ve ever wondered what’s next in menopause treatment and support – and how women can take charge of their hormonal health – this conversation offers knowledge, hope and a glimpse into the future.

    Menopause is finally stepping out of the shadows, but what does the future of care really look like? In this episode, Prevention’s Zoe Meunier speaks with Dr Dev Ameratunga, a leading reproductive endocrinologist with a special interest in women’s hormonal health, about how advances in science, medicine and awareness are reshaping this life stage.

    Dr Dev shares her expert insights on:

    • Why personalized medicine is the key to effective menopause care

    • The truth about hormone therapy, including bioidentical hormones

    • Exciting new non-hormonal treatments and what they mean for women

    • How technology – from telehealth to apps and wearables – can improve access and support

    • What an equitable, future-ready menopause care system could look like

    If you’ve ever wondered what’s next in menopause treatment and support – and how women can take charge of their hormonal health – this conversation offers knowledge, hope and a glimpse into the future.

    Listen now to discover how menopause care is evolving – and what that means for you.

    About our guest: Dr Devini Ameratunga is a Brisbane-based board-certified Reproductive Endocrinologist (CREI) and Gynaecologist. Medical Director of Life Fertility Clinic, Devini is also an Associate Professor at the University of Queensland, Senior Medical Officer (Gynae/Fertility) at the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, and the Clinical Lead of QLD Health's Public Fertility Preservation Clinic. Visit drdevameratunga.com

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    19 mins
  • S13E5: S13 E5 The truth about testosterone therapy
    Aug 17 2025

    When it comes to women’s hormones, testosterone is often misunderstood – and frequently left out of the conversation altogether. But what role does it really play in women’s health? Does it drop at menopause? And can testosterone therapy actually help with symptoms like low libido, energy or mood?

    In this episode, Thriving in Menopause host Zoe Meunier talks to Professor Susan Davis – one of the world’s leading researchers on women’s hormone health – to cut through the hype and misinformation around testosterone therapy.

    Whether you’re curious about boosting libido, wondering about safety, or just want to separate fact from fiction, this conversation will help you make informed choices about your hormone health.

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    28 mins
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