#156 Debunking Women's Health Myths with Dr. Karen Tang | Millennial Mind

In this episode of A Millennial Mind, host Dr. Karen Tang dives deep into various pressing women's health issues, including period and hormone problems, endometriosis, fertility, and myths surrounding women's health. The conversation addresses the common misconceptions and societal stigmas that women face, emphasizing the need for more research and understanding. 00:00 Understanding Women's Health Issues 01:09 Introduction to Dr. Karen Tang and the Episode 01:32 Debunking Myths About Women's Health 01:53 Exploring the Book 'It's Not Hysteria' 03:31 Common Women's Health Problems and Misdiagnoses 06:09 Understanding Normal and Abnormal Periods 08:32 Endometriosis: Symptoms and Diagnosis 11:05 Systemic Issues in Women's Healthcare 19:16 Hormones and Their Effects on Women's Health 28:28 Understanding Progesterone and PMS 28:49 Judgment and Misunderstanding of Women's Hormonal Changes 31:15 Raising Awareness in the Workplace 34:17 Fertility Education and Misconceptions 41:55 The Reality of Fertility Testing 47:01 The Subjectivity of Women's Health Issues 49:46 The Fight Against Women's Health Stigma 54:06 Concluding Thoughts on Women's Health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Millennials are different. They are a new generation particularly focused on change, innovation and creativity. However, they’ve been conditioned to believe concepts and practises that are often outdated. Throughout this podcast Shivani challenges these concepts by interviewing guests from a variety of backgrounds with a plethora of expertise who provide guidance and practical tips that can be easily incorporated into your daily life. Shivani seeks to entertain, educate and inspire you to live a more positive and energised life. These fascinating conversations own health and wellness and seek to challenge your thoughts and mindset, whilst bringing an uplifting element to your day.