The Re:pro Health Podcast

Have you ever wondered what happens after sexual abuse? Who are the people looking out for others when something like this happens? How does the system currently work, and how it's being made better? Joining us is Aileen Holland, a registered ER nurse making a difference in the field of sexual assault investigation.  For those who need to reach out, support services are available at: Assaulted...

Has the thought of freezing your eggs crossed your mind? Joining us is Dr. Caitlin Dunne from UBC, a recipient of Canada's Top 40 Under 40 Award. She will discuss options to preserve fertility and in vitro fertilization. Infographic: IVF Infographic

Joining us for this episode is Neelam Punjani who will discuss the sexual and mental health of adolescents in conservative cultures. She draws a focus on hidden voices as well as exploring ways to improve communication with youth. Infographic: Sex Ed.html Resources: https://www.sexandu.ca/

Joining us on this episode is Dr. Jason Hamm, who shares his approach to navigating interactions with individuals who identify as non-binary and/or transgender, as well as exploring the unique challenges and barriers they often encounter.  Infographic: Trans(cending)_Health_Infographic.html Resources: 1. Edmonton Pride Centre Phone: 780-488-3234 Email: hello@pridecentreofedmonton.ca Address: 2nd F...

Experiencing anxiety, or know someone who is? Learn about the signs, treatments, and misconceptions! Joining us is our special guest Dr. Helen Bondurant. Resources: Anxiety Canada: https://www.anxietycanada.com/   Stigmatizing attitudes towards people with mental disorders: findings from an Australian National Survey of Mental Health Literacy and Stigma: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22023236/  ...

Join us as we explore the importance of pap tests, what really causes cervical cancer and how you can protect yourself. We'll be discussing the latest guidelines in Canada so you know when your pap is due, how your immune system can fight cervical cancer, what you can expect if you have an abnormal pap, and more!  Featuring Dr. Schepansky a Gynecologic Oncologist in the Department of Obstetric...

Painful menstruation, otherwise known as dysmenorrhea, is a very common medical issue impacting women and young girls throughout their reproductive years. Today, we will be conversing with Dr. Kostov, a family practitioner in Edmonton, about the types of dysmenorrhea that exist, as well as what can be done to reduce pain and improve quality of life for women with this condition. We will also provi...

Join us as we explore everything from the breast is best movement to common challenges mothers face, including simple solutions to improve breastfeeding success and why breastfeeding might not be right for you. Find out why some babies have more trouble feeding, why nipple guards may be hurting your milk supply, how infections and irritations can be avoided, and more!  Featuring Erika Kalke, a nur...

In this episode we will be touching on a rarely discussed but common health condition affecting many women at different stages of life: urinary incontinence.  We will delve into this topic with Dr. Annick Poirier, a urogynecologist working in Edmonton with expertise in the area of pelvic prolapse and other urogynecological concerns. She will share with us the types of urinary incontinence that peo...

Join us as we discuss everything you need to know about the BRCA 1 and 2 genes. Learn what factors put you at higher risk of being a carrier and the best way to get tested. We'll be exploring the difference between BRCA 1 and 2, what cancers besides breast these mutations puts you at risk for, and what options you have if you or a family member test positive. Featuring returning special guest...

Join us as we explore the history of breast cancer treatment throughout the years- from the radical mastectomies of the 20th century to the less invasive lumpectomies and personalized therapies of today. We will be learning about the warning signs of early breast cancer, the various forms that breast cancer can take and how these differ in both their initial and ongoing management as well as their...

Join us as we explore how proper breast care and mammography is important for continued overall health throughout life. Learn more about what breast pain, nipple discharge, and other breast changes mean and discover what to expect with your first mammogram. Featuring special guest Dr. Kelly, an Edmonton family practitioner with the Opioid Dependency Program and former Breast Expert for the Compreh...

Join us as we explore everything to do with hormone therapy from peri- to post- menopause. We will be discussing the risks and benefits of these therapies, and who should and should not be taking them. Last, we will briefly touch on bioidentical/natural products and their current role in hormone therapy. Featuring returning special guest Dr. Hosford, a family physician from Sherwood Park, located...

Join us to explore the ins and outs of urinary tract infections, as part 2 of this series on genitourinary infections. Find out who may be more prone to developing UTIs, why this is the case, and how you can reduce your chances of developing one. Featuring returning special guest Dr. Hosford, a family physician from Sherwood Park, located just outside of Edmonton. Resources:  (1) My Health Alberta...

Join us as we explore some of the most common non- sexually transmitted infections of the genitourinary tract- learn which symptoms to look out for with both yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis, what the risk factors are in developing these infections, and how to combat their recurrence.  Featuring special guest Dr. Hosford, a family physician from Sherwood Park, located just outside of Edmon...

Join us as we explore some of the most common pregnancy related questions, including - weight gain, sex, safe sleeping positions, mood changes, and birth control after baby. Featuring special Dr. Hirt-Walsh an Edmonton gynecologist/obstetrician. Resources:  1) Government of Canada (Resources on having a baby): https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/benefits/having-baby.htm...

Join us as we explore the world of childbirth, including: Braxton Hicks versus true contractions, episiotomies and epidurals, recovery from c- section, and the role of midwives and doulas in labour and delivery. Featuring special guest Dr. Hirt- Walsh, an Edmonton Obstetrician/ Gynecologist. Resources:  1) Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada (General Pregnancy Information): www.pr...

Join us as we explore healthy eating throughout pregnancy; the use of alcohol, smoking, and marijuana; and lastly, teratogens, such as Accutane, infections, and uncontrolled maternal diabetes, all factors that may affect fetal development Featuring special guest Dr. Jennifer Hocking, an  anatomy professor from the University of Alberta with an extensive background in embryology, toxicology, and de...

Join us as we explore some of the most common eating disorders: anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder. Learn everything from the development, management and recovery - to the physical, social and emotional impacts that an eating disorder can have on a person and their loved ones. Featuring special guest Dr. Ostolosky, a psychiatrist and program director for the Eating Disorders Program at th...

Join us as we explore the fad diet and nutrition trends of the last few decades; the latest research on keto, veganism, intermittent fasting and more; and the newest changes to the Canada Food Guide.   Featuring special guest Dr. Jin, an Edmonton gastroenterologist at the Royal Alexandra Hospital and the Medical Director of Nutrition Services for the Northern Alberta Zone.  Resources:  Canada Food...

Learn more about the who, what, when, where, and whys of global reproductive health. Featuring special guest Dr. Cathy Flood, who is a urogynecologist practicing in Edmonton. For more information: WHO fact sheets:  https://www.who.int/reproductivehealth/topics/en/   IWHP by the SOGC (to get involved):  http://iwhp.sogc.org/index.php?page=about-iwhp&hl=en_US   Review article:  https://www.ncbi....

Learn more about the who, what, when, where, why, and hows of menopause. Featuring special guest Dr. Tarek Motan, who is a reproductive endocrinologist practicing in Edmonton. For more information: Menopause and U: https://www.menopauseandu.ca  

Learn about the who, what, when, where, why, and hows of ovarian cancer. Featuring special guest Dr. Alexandra Schepansky, who is a gynecologic oncologist practicing in Edmonton. For more information: Basic info:  https://ovariancanada.org/About-Ovarian-Cancer/Disease-Basics For more detail:  https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=tw9687   For more detail:  http://www.cancer...

Learn more about the who, what, when, where, why, and hows of PCOS. Featuring special guest Dr. Tarek Motan, who is a reproductive endocrinologist practicing in Edmonton. For more information: My Health Alberta:  https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=tw9103   

Learn more about the who, what, when, where, why, and hows of dyspareunia. Featuring special guest Dr. Jonathan Tankel, who is an obstetrician/gynecologist practicing in Edmonton. For more information: Sex and U:  https://www.sexandu.ca/sexual-activity/concerns-sexual-problems/   Quick article:  http://www.cmaj.ca/content/cmaj/189/24/E836.full.pdf