Empowered Women: Recent Episodes
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Embark on a deeper exploration of women's health in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia with Season 2 of Empowered Women by Nabta Health.
Our mission to empower you with essential health information continues, now with a strategic alignment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for a more significant impact.
In this "Meet our Specialists" season, our expert contributors from around the world delve into diverse healthcare topics, offering actionable advice and insights that directly contribute to SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by fostering knowledge and understanding of cutting-edge advancements that directly impact women's health. Our goal is not only to shed light on taboo topics but also to provide practical guidelines, debunk myths with evidence-based information, and offer constructive solutions.
By fostering open conversations and leveraging a critical business perspective, we aim to catalyse positive change within the women's health industry, promoting inclusivity, education, and improved healthcare outcomes for all. nabtahealth.com/empowered-women-podcast
ابدأ في استكشاف أعمق لصحة المرأة في الشرق الأوسط وأفريقيا وجنوب آسيا مع الموسم الثاني من نساء متمكنات بواسطة نبتة للصحة.
تستمر مهمتنا في تمكينكم بالمعلومات الصحية الأساسية، الآن بتوجيه استراتيجي نحو أهداف التنمية المستدامة لتحقيق تأثير أكبر.
في هذا الموسم “لقاء متخصصينا”، يستعرض مساهمونا الخبراء من مختلف أنحاء العالم مواضيع صحية متنوعة، مقدمين نصائح قابلة للتنفيذ وتسليط الضوء على المعرفة والفهم للتطورات المتقدمة التي تؤثر مباشرة على صحة المرأة وتساهم بشكل مباشر في أهداف التنمية المستدامة 3 (صحة جيدة ورفاهية). هدفنا ليس فقط تسليط الضوء على المواضيع المحرمة بل أيضًا تقديم الإرشادات العملية، وتفنيد الأساطير بالمعلومات المستندة إلى الأدلة، وتقديم حلول بناءة.
من خلال تعزيز المحادثات المفتوحة والاستفادة من وجهة نظر الأعمال الحرجة، نهدف إلى تحفيز التغيير الإيجابي داخل صناعة صحة المرأة، وتعزيز الشمولية والتعليم وتحسين نتائج الرعاية الصحية للجميع.
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In the concluding episode of Empowering Women Season 2, Dr. Toni explores Imposter Syndrome with Nabta's Clinical Psychologist, Maham Rasheed. This episode delves into how this psychological phenomenon affects women globally, regardless of age or life stage. Tune in to this transformative discussion, which provides actionable insights for women at every juncture of life, and gain a deeper understanding of the manifestation of Imposter Syndrome.
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In Episode 10, Dr. Toni engages in a compelling discussion with Perihan Abouzeid, the founder of Pericare, exploring the timeless question: Can women truly have it all? The conversation delves into the challenges and triumphs women face in balancing various aspects of life. Beyond mere rhetoric, the episode offers real-world insights. Listeners can expect not only a deeper understanding of the challenges but also practical strategies and empowering perspectives for navigating the pursuit of balance. Tune in for a thought-provoking exploration of whether women can achieve harmony in their multifaceted lives and how they can do so with resilience and purpose.
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In Episode 9, Nicola Oliver and Dr. Toni examine the ethical aspects of childbirth, specifically in the UAE. They highlight the unfortunate reality that women often lack access to continuous midwifery care, as the value of midwives' time and skills is underestimated. This oversight not only affects the well-being of women but also leads to a profitable cascade of interventions. The episode emphasizes the need for a more woman-centered approach to childbirth ethics.
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In episode 8, Dr. Faryal Luhar and Dr. Toni delve into the enduring stigma surrounding menstruation. The episode explores the roots of 'period shame' and its harmful effects on women, particularly young girls experiencing their first periods. Beyond the physiological aspects, the conversation touches on the broader challenges women face due to societal constructs and stigmas related to menstruation. Tune in to gain valuable insights into the impact of these cultural attitudes on women's well-being, emphasizing the need for a more open dialogue about menstruation.
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In Episode 7, Ozlem Erbas, the founder of Sprout, and Dr. Toni delve into the sugar fallacy, with a specific focus on food labels. This enlightening discussion goes beyond common misconceptions, dissecting the complexities surrounding sugar and its impact on health. The episode addresses what food labels sometimes fail to communicate, offering evidence-based insights and practical knowledge for informed dietary choices.
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In Episode 6, Yasmine Rose and Dr. Toni discuss the increasing medicalization of childbirth and how some hospitals exploit women's fears surrounding the process. They delve into the complexities of this issue, exploring its impact on women's experiences. This episode provides valuable insights into the intersection of medical practices and the emotional aspects of childbirth, shedding light on the dynamics at play and encouraging thoughtful consideration for expecting mothers.
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Episode 5 features an in-depth conversation between Gemma Ovens and Dr. Toni, where they delve into the critical topic of overexercising and provide valuable insights on its prevention. The discussion spans various facets, including tailoring exercise routines to align with a woman's specific life stage. Moreover, Gemma and Dr. Toni offer practical advice on achieving success by attuning oneself to the signals of the body, fostering a balanced approach to physical activity. Tune in to gain a comprehensive understanding of the nuanced relationship between women, exercise, and overall well-being.
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In Episode 4, Aysha Abrar sits down with Dr. Toni to tackle the controversial issue of breastfeeding in public. They discuss the social implications and taboos while grappling with the basic human need to feed one’s child. Both share their personal stories and offer support to breastfeeding mothers on how to combat judgmental eyes.
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In Episode 3, Nabta Health’s physiotherapist, Nandita Dsouza, teaches us how to be in-tuned with our bodies. There are so many types of pain: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual. Here, Nandita helps us better understand the interconnectedness of these various types of pain and how one type can mask the other.
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During Episode 2, Dr. Toni hosts the Dietician, Dr. Danya Taha, while tackling the controversial idea of how we relate to food, how our relationship with food is shaped, and eating disorders in the Arab Culture. Through this provocative conversation, Danya shows us who/what really influences our intimate relationship with food (healthy and unhealthy), common trends, and how to take back the power of food choices!
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Welcome to Season 2! Our first guest is none other than the host herself, Dr. Toni. This episode delves into Dr. Toni’s background, her inspiration, and her hopes for Season 2 of Empowered Women podcast. Come and join the journey as we look to change the narratives of various important issues surrounding women’s health through in-depth conversations with Nabta Health’s Providers and close partners.
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Bringing the fertility season of the Empowered Women podcast to a close, Panna Morgan interviews Cosette Fakih, a dietician based in Dubai. We all know that once a woman is pregnant, she does need to follow a health balanced diet. Why does it matter what kind of lifestyle you follow before you get pregnant? Panna and Cosette talk all about the connection between fertility and what you eat. They explore whether a woman’s chances of getting pregnant are impacted by eating a healthy diet and following a healthy lifestyle. If you or anyone in your life is trying to get pregnant (whether they are a woman or a man!) this is a must-listen to episode to learn what we should or should not avoid during this time. For example, did you know that healthy fats such olive oil and sesame oil can positively impact fertility in men as well as women? It’s genuinely eye opening.
As usual, we are here to give you information about how you can live healthy, well-balanced lives and we are on a mission to help you get empowered with all the information you need to reach your health goals.
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In this penultimate episode of our fertility season, Sophie Smith interviews the amazing Natasha Hatherall-Shawe, Founder and CEO of Tish Tash Communications here in Dubai. Tash is not only a really remarkable, award-winning businesswoman, she has been a good friend to Nabta over the years. Tash is a passionate advocate for women in business, and for women’s overall and mental health, and speaks openly about her own health and fertility journey. She gives a very frank and honest account of the difficulty she and many women experience when juggling work at the same time as struggling to become pregnant. Sophie and Tash talk about the different journeys she and her husband went through as they went through multiple cycles of IVF. It is a must-listen-to episode as Tash gives a refreshingly open view of how women deal with the pressures of work and fertility.
As usual, we are here to give you information about how you can live healthy, well-balanced lives and we are on a mission to help you get empowered with all the information you need to reach your health goals.
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Panna Morgan interviews Dr. Hassan Shehata, a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist at St. Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust in the UK. In today’s episode Panna and Dr Hassan discuss why, despite the fact that 1 in 4 women experience miscarriage, all over the world miscarriage is still linked with stigma and shame. One of the key under-reported issues is the volume of women who have multiple miscarriages and repeatedly try to conceive again and again without seeking information and support. They explore the definition of what a recurring miscarriage is and why this is important. Whilst it is accepted by experts that 3 or more miscarriages is considered worth investigating, even one pregnancy lost after 10 weeks is significantly rare (almost as rare as losing a full-term baby) and is important to look into. Join us for this intriguing conversation where we debunk some of the most common misconceptions around this highly sensitive topic.
As usual, we are here to give you information about how you can live healthy, well-balanced lives and we are on a mission to help you get empowered with all the information you need to reach your health goals.
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Sophie Smith interviews Dr Katherine Borge, CEO of Bourn Hall Fertility Clinic MENA. In today’s episode Katherine explains that infertility is a medical condition that requires medical intervention. She tells us all about her experience treating infertility in the context of post-acute care including women who have been suffering from long-covid. Sophie and Katherine discuss the impact of lockdowns on women undergoing fertility treatment, whether reproductive treatments are considered elective or not during Covid, and how this was handled at Bourn Hall. They talk about factors that affect fertility in men and women in the region, such as the increase in early ovarian deficiency, along with the impact that has on the volumes of people seeking fertility treatment. If you or anyone you know is experiencing or has gone through difficulties with fertility, this is a great episode to listen to for critical information on all things to do with fertility treatment.
As usual, we are here to give you information about how you can live healthy, well-balanced lives and we are on a mission to help you get empowered with all the information you need to reach your health goals.
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Panna Morgan chats to Dr. Dimitrios Kafetzis, Medical Director and the founding doctor at Orchid Fertility in Dubai. Today's episode is all about getting pregnant and the difficulties many women face. They talk about the odds of a couple getting pregnant without a problem, and whether there is an increase in women struggling to get pregnant. From women postponing pregnancy to later in life to other factors that impact the number of women seeking fertility support, Panna and Dr Dimitrios unpick the question of when falling pregnant became a fight. Listen to find out whether people's attitudes towards getting pregnant are affected by cultural factors particularly in the MENA region… As usual we are here to give you information about how you can live healthy, well-balanced lives and we are on a mission to help you get empowered with all the information you need to reach your health goals.
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Sophie Smith chats to Lauren Wang, CEO of The Flex Company. As they explore the history of period products, going way back in time through different cultures, prepare yourself to have your mind blown! From the Ancient Egyptians using papyrus wads to the Ancient Greeks pioneering an insertable tampon- like device, there are some real eye (or ear!) -openers! (Just stay away from the sea sponges…!)
Lauren talks about her own story and how she moved from working in marketing to building a company selling innovative period products, changing the status-quo, not just for herself, but for menstruators everywhere.
Find out how technology relating to periods has had significant impacts on women’s health and personal and professional freedoms both in the MENA region and around the world.
As usual we are here to give you information about how you can live healthy, well-balanced lives as we continue our a mission to help you get empowered with all the information you need to reach your health goals.
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Welcome to the 6th episode of Empowered Women with Nabta Health, Opportunities for Innovation in Women’s Health. Nabta's founder Sophie Smith chats to Hana Besbes, an investment manager at Heal Capital. Heal is a 100 million euro European venture capital fund, investing in technology-enabled healthcare champions. Sophie and Hana talk about how recent healthcare innovations are applicable for emerging markets such as the Middle East and Northern Africa. Getting Hana's input from the funding perspective sheds light on some of the more tricky aspects of pushing forward innovation in women's healthcare. They tackle some provoking statistics, including the fact that only 4% of overall global R&D funding for healthcare products and services is focused on women. Hana gives her views on some of the most exciting recent developments in women's healthcare and the impact they could have on healthcare systems as well as the women in these emerging markets.
As usual we are here to give you information about how you can live healthy, well-balanced lives and we are on a mission to help you get empowered with all the information you need to reach your health goals.
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Welcome to the fifth episode of Empowered Women with Nabta Health. Today's episode is titled Untapped: Women's Health in Emerging Markets. Nabta's CEO and Founder Sophie Smith interviews Mazen Al Taruti, President at Organon. Sophie and Mazen explore the history of big pharma and the role it has played in shaping women’s health over the past century and the factors working against growth and development in women's healthcare in emerging markets. It's a good old meaty discussion and we think you will find it really interesting! As usual we are here to give you information about how you can live healthy, well-balanced lives and we are on a mission to help you get empowered with all the information you need to reach your health goals.
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Welcome to the fourth episode of Empowered Women with Nabta Health. Today's episode is all about Your Fifth Vital Sign with Nabta's COO Dr Panna Morgan interviewing Dr. Samina Dornan, Head of Obstetrics, King's College Hospital London. We talk about our periods being the fifth vital sign and the need to normalise the conversation around the subject.
Enjoy the episode! We're here to give you information about how you can live healthy, well-balanced lives and we are on a mission to help you get empowered with all the information you need to reach your health goals.
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Welcome to the third episode of Empowered Women with Nabta Health. Today's episode is all about Tackling Period Poverty with Nabta's COO Dr Panna Morgan interviewing enetrpreneur Chanda Lokendra, CEO & Founder of LiZZOM Care. With LiZZOM, Chanda has developed a full-circle approach to periods focusing on organic, value-based products and progressive period education. In this episode Panna and Chanda discuss what period poverty is and how we can all tackle the issues.
Enjoy the episode! We're here to give you information about how you can live healthy, well-balanced lives and we are on a mission to help you get empowered with all the information you need to reach your health goals.
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Welcome to the second episode of Empowered Women with Nabta Health. Today's episode is all about our Reproductive Health: the most common issues women face and where women should be turning to for help. Nabta's COO Dr Panna Morgan interviews Dr Fadi Mirza, Head of Obstetrics at Latifa Hospital in Dubai, exploring why reproductive health is something that needs to be managed. We're here to give you information about how you can live healthy, well-balanced lives and we are on a mission to help you get empowered with all the information you need to reach your health goals.
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Welcome to the first ever episode of Empowered Women with Nabta Health. Today's episode is all about Femtech, what it is and why we should all care about it. Sophie Smith interviews Reenita Das, Transformational Health Partner and Senior Vice President at Frost and Sullivan. Join us as we explore what FemTech is, why we need FemTech and not MenTech, why investment in FemTech is growing and much more!
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Welcome to Empowered Women with Nabta Health!
We're always seeking new information about how we can live healthy, well-balanced lives and we are on a mission to help you get empowered with all the information you need to take control of your selfcare and reach your health goals.
Nabta Health’ Empowered Women Podcast is unique, with expert contributors covering a variety of interesting and engaging healthcare topics, including actionable advice on all stages of a woman’s health cycle. We openly discuss periods, puberty, fertility, pregnancy, parenting, perimenopause and more.
Contributors will include local and global experts in sexual health, mindfulness, meditation, nutrition, exercise, and more. Our conversation will unveil truths, expose myths, and dive into conversations about our bodies that resonate with our listeners.
Perfect for your daily car journeys, exercise sessions, walks and me-time, our podcast has something for all women, so tune in and learn about your health! nabtahealth.com/empowered-women-podcast