What happens when you know something is wrong with your body, but no one seems to be listening?
In this episode, Stephanie Mitton sits down with award-winning journalist and host of TVO's Mistreated, Nam Kiwanuka, for a powerful conversation about women's health, medical dismissal, and the gaps in research that continue to impact women across Canada and beyond. Nam shares her personal experience navigating fibroids, chronic anemia, lengthy surgical wait times, and the frustration of advocating for care while trying to show up for her family and career.
Together, they explore why women's health has been historically under-researched, how lived experience and evidence can work together, and what women can do to advocate for themselves in a complex health care system.
This Episode Covers:
Nam's personal health journey and the diagnosis that changed everything
Why women are often dismissed or misdiagnosed in health care settings
The impact of research gaps on conditions like fibroids, endometriosis, ADHD, migraines, and autoimmune diseases
How social media can both help and hinder women searching for health information
The importance of self-advocacy and knowing your medical history
What femtech is and how innovation is helping address women's health challenges
Practical ways women can support change in research, policy, and health care
Women's health affects every aspect of our lives, from our careers and families to our confidence and wellbeing. This conversation is a reminder that your symptoms matter, your experiences matter, and your voice matters. Whether you're navigating your own health journey or supporting someone you love, you'll leave this episode with greater understanding and practical ways to advocate for better care.
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