Everything You Need to Know About Fertility + IVF, Endometriosis, PCOS, STIs, male fertility and much more - with expert Dr. Anu Chawla

Everything You Need to Know About Fertility + IVF, Endometriosis, PCOS, STIs, male fertility and much more - with expert Dr. Anu Chawla

*I would highly encourage you to watch the video version on YouTube or Spotify as there are definitions and important disclaimers on screen that will help listeners understand the more complex discussion points* 🎙️ This time on Living Hellth Jo Doyle sits down with Dr. Anu Chawla — one of London's leading fertility specialists — for a comprehensive, no-nonsense conversation about fertility.  Whether you're in your twenties and not thinking about it yet, navigating a diagnosis of PCOS or endometriosis, considering IVF or egg freezing, or trying to understand what your male partner might need to think about themselves — this episode is for you. 🔬 What We Cover in This Episode 📊 Why global fertility rates are at an all-time low  🧪 How fertility is tested: AMH, Antral follicle count, and 3D ultrasounds  👩‍⚕️ What every woman in her 20s should know about fertility  💊 Hormonal birth control and fertility — what the science actually says, coming off contraception and thinking about fertility  🧫 PCOS and endometriosis: how they affect fertility and what your options are 🏥 IVF vs natural IVF — what's the difference and which is right for you? 🥚 Egg freezing: is it really biological insurance? An honest answer 🌿 Environmental toxins, fragrance, carpets, and plastic — do they really affect fertility? 🚹 Male fertility: the 50% factor no one talks about enough 🩺 Abortion and fertility — the truth behind the myths and long term impacts 💛 Advice for women about to start their fertility or IVF journey Dr. Chawla's areas of expertise span PCOS, endometriosis, repeated IVF failures, egg freezing, reproductive immunology, fibroids, and male infertility. She's a globally recognised voice in fertility medicine, regularly invited to speak at OBGYN and fertility conferences worldwide. Resources Mentioned:   NHS GUM Clinics — anonymous STI testing in every postcode; ask your GP RCOG Patient Information Leaflets — rcog.org.uk [https://www.rcog.org.uk] Daisy Network — support group for Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) HFEA — UK fertility regulator; FAQs, clinic ratings, add-on evidence ratings — hfea.gov.uk [https://www.hfea.gov.uk] You can find Dr Chawla and more information here: https://www.dranuchawla.co.uk/  [https://www.dranuchawla.co.uk/] We've reached 1 million + views across all platforms, proudly covering some of the most chronic and confusing conditions and diseases that disproportionately affect women.  Help us keep the podcast going by following us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/livinghellthpodcast?igsh=MW41Nml1a3htbmNmMQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr] or TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@livinghellth?_r=1&_t=ZN-96Gqj5bPo0c], or subscribe via YouTube. [https://www.youtube.com/@LivingHellth?sub_confirmation=1 ]

Cervical cancer expert: Everything You Need to Know About HPV and Cervical Cancer — with Professor Adeola Olaitan

5 million women in the UK and 1 in 4 eligible women in the US are not up to date with their cervical screening.  In this episode, we sit down with one of the UK's leading cervical cancer experts, Professor Adeola Olaitan, a gynaecological oncology surgeon with over 20 years of experience in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of cervical cancer.  We cover the science, the stigmas, the screening, and the solutions — from what HPV actually is, to the cutting-edge innovations that could completely change how we approach cervical cancer prevention. Key take aways * 4 in 5 women will have HPV at some point. It is not a reflection of sexual behaviour. * HPV can lie dormant for years — which is why you must keep going for screening even if you've been negative before. * Vaccination + screening = the most powerful combination for eliminating cervical cancer. * Symptoms should never be ignored — even with a recent clear cervical screening / smear result. * If you've had a LLETZ, tell your obstetrician at your first pregnancy booking. * The Eve Appeal is the go-to resource for accurate, non-alarmist information on all five gynaecological cancers. What we cover: - HPV & Cervical Cancer: The Basics - HPV Dormancy, Transmission & Relationships - Symptoms & Warning Signs - The HPV Vaccine: is it's still worth getting vaccinated in your 30s or 40s - Cervical Screening: Smear Tests, HPV testing and cervical cancer diagnostics - Lifestyle, Immune Health & Clearing HPV - The "Menopause Spike" in HPV - Cultural Stigma, Ethnicity & Closing the Screening Gap - HPV Myths & Misconceptions - Adenocarcinoma: When Symptoms Are Dismissed  - Can endometriosis or adenomyosis mask cervical cancer symptoms? - Pregnancy, Fertility following HPV or cervical cancer  - Innovation & the Future of Cervical Screening - Treatment, Survival & Life After Cervical Cancer We've reached 1 million + views across all platforms, proudly covering some of the most chronic and confusing conditions and diseases that disproportionately affect women.  Help us keep the podcast going by following us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/livinghellthpodcast?igsh=MW41Nml1a3htbmNmMQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr] or TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@livinghellth?_r=1&_t=ZN-96Gqj5bPo0c], or subscribe via YouTube. [https://www.youtube.com/@LivingHellth?sub_confirmation=1 ]

V’s Cervical Cancer story: Discovering endometriosis & adenomyosis following a HPV and cervical cancer diagnosis, lifesaving treatment and navigating high-risk pregnancy

In this episode, we sit down with Vijaya Varilly, now an Eve Appeal Ambassador, who faced a life-changing diagnosis at the age of 31, just before the start of the 2020 pandemic.  V shares her private and honest journey—from her heavy periods and pain being dismissed by doctors, which was later discovered to be endometriosis and adenomyosis, to then receiving the news regarding a rare cervical cancer diagnosis, threatening her life as she knew it and dreams of becoming a mother. We dive deep into the stigmas surrounding HPV, especially within the Southeast Asian communities, the complexities of a rare cancer that smear tests often miss, and her incredible resilience she used to navigate treatment, IVF and a high-risk pregnancy.  Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among women globally, claiming 350,000 lives every year. However the HPV vaccine and regular screenings could mean it is a disease that could be eradicated within our lifetime. In This Episode, We Discuss: * The Warning Signs: Why you shouldn’t ignore heavy bleeding, even if your smear test comes back clear. * The Rare Detection: Understanding adenocarcinoma, a type of cervical cancer that develops in the canal and is harder to detect. * Breaking the Stigma: Confronting the shame associated with HPV and the cultural barriers within the South Asian community. * The Path to Dylan: V’s fertility journey, including unexplained infertility, successful IVF, and the "emergency stitch" that saved her pregnancy. * Advocacy in Action: How V turned her trauma into the award-winning "Don't Miss Your Pap" campaign to help bridge the gap between the 5 million women who have missed their screenings. We've reached 1 million + views across all platforms, proudly covering some of the most chronic and confusing conditions and diseases that disproportionately affect women.  Help us keep the podcast going by following us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/livinghellthpodcast?igsh=MW41Nml1a3htbmNmMQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr] or TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@livinghellth?_r=1&_t=ZN-96Gqj5bPo0c], or subscribe via YouTube. [https://www.youtube.com/@LivingHellth?sub_confirmation=1 ]

Expert on longevity vs personalised lifestyle medicine: Many women are living longer, but are we living better?

Dr. Clare Nieland joins the Living Hellth podcast to break down the science of staying fitter, healthier and,inevitably younger, for longer. And how lifestyle medicine can be used to prevent chronic disease and conditions - with a special focus on women's health.  Whether you're navigating pre-pregnancy tips, managing PCOS, or simply want to ensure your "Second Spring" menopause phase is your strongest yet, this episode provides the data-backed roadmap you’ve been looking for! In this episode of Living Hellth, host Johanna Doyle sits down with Dr. Clare Nieland to discuss how we’re moving past "reactive" healthcare and into preventive, personalised lifestyle medicine. In this episode, we cover: 🩸 The #1 test to determine a woman's lifespan 👯‍♀️ How lack of social connection could be draining your health 🏋️ Why grip strength and muscle mass are non-negotiable as we age 🥗 The 6 pillars of a lifestyle medicine 🩺 The Difference Between Longevity and Lifestyle Medicine 🧬 We discuss how lifestyle medicine can be used to prevent dementia and Alzheimer’s, Osteopenia and Osteoporosis, Cardiovascular Disease and Type 2 Diabetes 🧘🏼‍♀️The simple and free lifestyle changes that actually predict our health 💊 The supplements she couldn't live without - and the trends that have no scientific backing! With women spending 25% more of their lives in poor health than men, Dr. Nieland reveals why we need to start tracking the biomarkers that actually predict our future. Whether you're navigating pre-pregnancy tips, managing PCOS, or simply want to ensure your "Second Spring" menopause phase is your strongest yet, this episode provides the data-backed roadmap you’ve been looking for. We've reached 1 million + views across all platforms, proudly covering some of the most chronic and confusing conditions and diseases that disproportionately affect women.  Help us keep the podcast going by following us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/livinghellthpodcast?igsh=MW41Nml1a3htbmNmMQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr] or TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@livinghellth?_r=1&_t=ZN-96Gqj5bPo0c], or subscribe via YouTube. [https://www.youtube.com/@LivingHellth?sub_confirmation=1 ]

TRAILER: Expert chats longevity vs lifestyle medicine - comparing the facts from fads!

In our 2nd and final bonus episode for season 1, we are covering a topic that affects everyone, but with a special focus on women's health and hormones with expert Dr Clare Nieland.  With over 20 years’ experience of working with patients both in the national health service in the UK (NHS) and private sector, general practitioner Dr Nieland chat withs us about Longevity vs. Lifestyle medicine: and how we can measure, remedy or strengthen our health.  So, is it possible to slow down your biological clock without spending a fortune?  In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Clare Nieland, a specialist in the burgeoning field of longevity medicine who also practices at the Hooke Longevity Clinic in London.  We dive into the critical differences between simply living longer and "lifestyle-first" medicine—a grounded approach that uses simple, everyday changes to tackle the mental health struggles and wide-spread chronic diseases.  From the "village" of support every woman needs to the one specific test Dr. Nieland would run to determine a woman's lifespan, this conversation reveals how you can take control of your future health right from your own home. We've reached 1 million + views across all platforms, proudly covering some of the most chronic and confusing conditions and diseases that disproportionately affect women.  Help us keep the podcast going by following us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/livinghellthpodcast?igsh=MW41Nml1a3htbmNmMQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr] or TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@livinghellth?_r=1&_t=ZN-96Gqj5bPo0c], or subscribe via YouTube. [https://www.youtube.com/@LivingHellth?sub_confirmation=1 ]