Women's Health: Under the Mic-roscope
Women's Health: Under the Mic-roscope
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Women's Health: Under the Mic-roscope is an educational podcast hosted by the Women's Health Research Club, a student association looking to connect undergrads to study opportunities and raise awareness for women’s and gender-diverse health research at the University of British Columbia. In this series, we hope to hold informed, open-minded discussions about various areas of women’s and gender-diverse folk’s health research and healthcare experiences, with some special features in which we will interview professors and student researchers on their work!
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Focuses on women's and gender-diverse health research, with episodes covering birth control effects, breast cancer awareness, PCOS, diabetes research, and international health policies, providing an informed perspective on healthcare experiences and advocating for better research and support.
Women’s Health: Under the Mic-roscope is an educational podcast hosted by the Women’s Health Research Club, a student association looking to connect undergrads to study opportunities and raise awareness for women’s and gender-diverse health research at the University of British Columbia. In this series, we hope to hold informed, open-minded discussions about various areas of women’s and gender-diverse folk’s health research and healthcare experiences, with some special features in which we will interview professors and student researchers on their work!
Podcast cover by Seppi Saatchi
Join us for an engaging and informative episode as we dive into the important topic of prenatal genetic screening with Alison Castle, a medical genetics physician with expertise in genetics. As genetic technologies continue to advance, prenatal genetic screening plays an increasingly prominent role in pregnancy care and client-centered informed decision-making.
In this episode, we break down the different types of prenatal genetic screens, discuss the potential benefits and limitations of these screens, and explore decision-making during pregnancy. We also examine the challenges healthcare providers and patients may face, the importance of clear and compassionate communication, and considerations around access, equity, and support when navigating screening options.
Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a student, or someone interested in learning about genetics, this conversation offers valuable insights into understanding prenatal genetic screening and its role in present day prenatal care. Tune in to learn how evidence-based research can help support informed choices in regards to prenatal genetic screening.
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