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Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea

Women’s Health Interrupted explores women’s health through scientific inquiry and storytelling. Spanning across four overarching and multidisciplinary themes: general health and wellness, brain health, socio-cultural determinants of health, as well as politics, policy and advocacy, this podcast brings you content about women"s health from every angle. Women"s Health Interrupted is produced by the Women"s Health Research Cluster.

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00:42:17

S3E4 Why Women Have More Severe Strokes Than Men with...

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2025/10/29

Dr. Farida Sohrabji, Professor and Director of Women’s Health in Neuroscience at Texas Agricultural & Mechanical University, joins us on this episode to discuss the science of stroke, and the role of sex differences in brain health. She explains why women often experience more severe strokes later in life compared to men, the complex role of estrogen in stroke, and how gut health influences stroke outcomes. Farida also reflects on her journey as one of the early champions of women’s health in

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00:34:10

S3 E3 Menopause Myths That Keep Women Suffering with...

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2025/10/22

Shirley Weir, founder of Menopause Chicks, joins us on this episode to discuss why menopause is still so misunderstood, and how we can replace confusion with confidence. She shares menopause myths, the symptoms that catch people off guard, and her perspective on the term “bothersome symptoms”. Shirley also talks about how to encourage more collaborative conversations between patients and healthcare providers. Host: Dr. Liisa GaleaEditor: Dr. Andrew McGovern Producer: Dr. Andrew McGovern Music

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00:35:25

S3E2 How to Turn Women's Health Research Into Reality...

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2025/10/15

Rachel Bartholomew, founder and CEO of Hyivy Health and founder of Femtech Canada, joins us on this episode to discuss how femtech innovation is redefining women’s health. She explains the value of innovation in the women’s health landscape, shares tips for dealing with rejection, and discusses how governments can accelerate moving from research to the real world. Rachel also explores how researchers and tech entrepreneurs can collaborate to bring solutions to patients faster. Host: Dr. Liisa

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00:50:37

S3E1 How Medical Research Ignores Half the Population...

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2025/10/15

Dr. Cat Bohannon, researcher and author, joins us on this episode to unpack how default assumptions in science have sidelined female bodies and what’s at stake when women’s biology and gendered experiences remain under-researched. She explains how men’s health benefits from women’s health research, the importance of a bio-psycho-social approach, and discusses the history of breastfeeding. Cat also talks about what she learned writing her book Eve: How the Female Body Drove 200 Million Years of Human

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00:17:50

S2 E11: Breaking the Stigma Around Pelvic Floor...

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2024/07/10

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

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00:35:36

S2 E10: Domperidone for Low Milk Supply: Is it Safe?...

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2024/06/12

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

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00:22:26

S2 E9: This is How You Can Improve Your Quality of...

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2024/05/08

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

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00:15:06

S2 E8: How Does Menopause Affect the Brain? - Dr....

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2024/04/10

Dr. Claudia Barth is joining us to discuss the possible link between your brain health and menopause. She addresses how changes to your estrogen levels during menopause may be causing cognitive declines. Dr. Barth will also address other issues and things you can do to keep your brain healthy when going through menopause – and how to help other women during this period in their lives.Guest: Dr. Claudia Barth Host(s): Chhavi Mehra & Sarah Williscraft Editor: Negin Nia & Chhavi Mehra Music: "A Way

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00:18:32

S2 E7: Mommy Brain: It’s Not Just in Your Head - Dr....

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2024/03/13

In this week’s episode of Women’s Health Interrupted, we are joined by Dr. Ann-Marie De Lange, to discuss pregnancy and brain health, also referred to as “mommy brain.” Dr. De Lange will delve into how pregnancy may have long-lasting impacts on the brain and what processes go on in the brain when you give birth. She will also address what women can do to improve their brain health and address many of these issues when getting pregnant. Guest: Dr. Ann-Marie De Lange Host(s): Chhavi Mehra & Sarah

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00:20:28

S2 E6: Exclusion of Women from Health Research: Then...

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2024/02/14

Amanda Namchuk and Tallinn Splinter will join us in this episode to discuss the exclusion of women from health research and how that has impacted us in the past, present and foreseeable future. They discuss how a lack of research on women and their bodies has led to a gap in research on sex and gender. Amanda and Tallinn will also go over how to better address this gap both on an individual and systemic level.Guest: Amanda Namchuk and Tallinn Splinter Host(s): Chhavi Mehra & Sarah Williscraft

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00:20:03

S2 E5: Housing and Health Barriers Faced by 2SLGBTQ+...

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2024/01/30

In this episode, Dr. Alex Abramovich will be highlighting the barriers that 2SLGBTQ+ youth face when accessing housing and health services. He will discuss how the issue of safety comes into place and how important it is for 2SLGBTQ+ youth to feel like they can be their full authentic selves when choosing different programs. Guest: Dr. Alex Abramovich Host(s): Chhavi Mehra & Sarah Williscraft Editor: Negin Nia & Chhavi Mehra Music: "A Way to You" by Nick Petrov licensed via Premium Beat Special

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00:21:07

S2 E4: Abortion Rights with Precarious Immigration...

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2023/12/13

In this episode of Women’s Health Interrupted we are joined by Dr. Lindsay Larios to discuss reproductive care in Canada when you have a precarious immigration status. Dr. Larios addresses our questions related to how abortion and reproductive care rights work in a healthcare system that often discriminates against marginalized groups. SUBJECT/HOST CREDITS: Guest: Dr. Lindsay Larios Host(s): Chhavi Mehra & Sarah Williscraft Editor: Negin Nia & Chhavi Mehra MUSIC CREDITS: A Way to You by Nick

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00:20:36

S2 E3: All You Need to Know about Gynecological Cancer

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2023/11/09

In this episode, we are joined by Nicole Keay and Stephanie Lam from The Gynecologic Cancer Initiative. Nicole and Stephanie co-host the Gynecologic Oncology Sharing Hub (GOSH) podcast. They joined us to discuss all things gynecological cancer from what it is, to treatments, and how to support patients or survivors. You will also hear about new initiatives based in B.C. that the Gynecological Cancer Initiative and the GOSH Podcast are working.Guests: Nicole Keay & Stephanie LamHost(s): Chhavi Mehra

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00:16:26

S2 E2: Why are Women's Cardiovascular Concerns Often...

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2023/10/11

In this episode, we spoke to Dr. Najah Adreak, who brought her expertise to discuss the knowledge gaps in women’s heart health. In this episode, she will go over the risk factor, diagnosis and treatment for women’s cardiovascular concerns. Dr. Adreak will also address the long-standing knowledge gaps in women’s cardiovascular health. She delves into how health research is often solely based on male bodies and how this impacts female patients today.New episodes of Women’s Health Interrupted will be

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00:21:28

S2 E1: Cultivating Female Sexual Desire through...

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2023/09/13

Dr. Lori Brotto joins us in the first episode of Season 2 to discuss cultivating female sexual health and empowerment. She addresses myths, sex research and other historical issues that may impact why many women may experience sexual concerns today. Dr. Brotto will go over how one can cultivate sexual desire through interventions, mindfulness and female empowerment. Dr. Lori Brotto is a professor in the UBC Department of Gynecology, a registered psychologist in Vancouver, and executive director of

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00:16:13

Field Trip EP 5: How Women’s Socio-Economic Status...

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2023/01/11

In this episode, Dr. Siwan Anderson talks about how women’s socio-economic status strongly correlates with their health outcomes, especially Intimate Partner Violence (IPV). Dr. Anderson discusses some interesting findings in her research on how women are less likely to suffer abuse if they have access to a share of the household. Her current research looks at the women’s relationships with power in the household and how religious and cultural norms come into play in this context. Links to resources

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00:19:10

Field Trip EP 4: Social and Behavioural Epidemiology

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2022/12/14

In the fourth episode of our mini series, we talk to Dr. Kiffer Card about social and behavioural determinants of health and how healthcare researchers can improve the study of these determinants. Dr. Card discusses the historical failures of governments and researchers to provide adequate care for marginalized communities and how his work aims to begin filling those gaps. Links to resources mentioned in this episode/further reading material:What public health interventions do people in Canada

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00:20:26

Field Trip EP 3: How Migration Status Impacts Health...

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2022/11/09

In this episode of our mini-series, we talk to Dr. Elif Sari about how the notion of “becoming sick” is related to people’s migration experiences, especially those who are part of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community. Dr. Sari discusses how this notion is rooted in the idea of harsh working environments and discriminatory practices of healthcare. She also addressed how both of these factors contribute to the emotional and physical wellbeing of these people. Guest bio:Dr. Elif Sari is a queer feminist

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00:18:01

Field Trip EP 2: The Impacts of Gender and...

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2022/10/12

In the second episode of our mini series, we talk to Dr. Veena Sriram about the role of power structures, such as gender, in global healthcare systems and policies. She highlights the importance of interdisciplinary study between public health and social sciences to better critically analyze healthcare systems.Resources Discussed:Veena’s papers that questions were based on: Introduction to “Recontextualizing Physician Associations: Revisiting Context, Scope, Methodology”Heroes on Strike: Trends in

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00:20:21

Field Trip EP 1: What Does Justice Mean for Women who...

Women"s Health Interrupted with Dr. Liisa Galea ·

2022/09/14

In the first episode of our mini-series, we talk to Dr. Ketty Anyeko about how economic barriers prevent many women from seeking justice and reparations in their lives. She discusses storytelling as a powerful tool for many women who have experienced sexual violence in Northern Uganda and the importance of listening to the community. Resources Discussed:Storytelling and Peacebuilding: Lessons from Northern Uganda‘The Cooling of Hearts’: Community Truth-Telling in Northern UgandaChild tracing:

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