Women's Health Symposium: Moving Menopause up the Women's Health Agenda

Shaping the Future of Menopause Care and Women's Health Join us at the Centre for Midwifery and Women's Health at Bournemouth University for an inspiring evening exploring how menopause is shaping the future of women's health. Hear from Dame Lesley Regan, England's Women's Health Ambassador, Mr Tim Hillard, Consultant Gynaecologist, and colleagues from Bournemouth University and University Hospitals Dorset. Discover the latest developments in menopause policy, care and innovation, hear about emerging research, and join the conversation about how we can improve understanding, support and health outcomes for women across the menopause transition. Whether you have a professional, personal or academic interest in women's health, this event offers an opportunity to learn from experts, hear about local research and contribute to the growing conversation around menopause. This event welcomes members of the public, healthcare professionals, staff, students, researchers, charity partners, community groups and local organisations. Keynote Speakers Include: • Dame Lesley Regan, England's Women's Health Ambassador • Mr Tim Hillard, Consultant Gynaecologist, University Hospitals Dorset Event Running Order 17.00: Guest Arrival and Check In 17.20: Welcome: Dr Sarah McHillier and Professor Carol Clarke 17.30 : Getting Women's Voices Heard - the renewed Women's Health strategy: Dame Lesley Regan 18.00: Developing Menopause Care for the future: Mr Tim Hillard 18.25: Emerging Menopause Research: Chaired by Dr Sarah McHillier Speakers include: • Dr Malika Felton, Senior Lecturer in Exercise Physiology: Cold Water Swimming in Menopause • Dr Hyun-Joo Lim, Principal Academic in Sociology: Male Allyship in Menopause • Dr Rosie Harper, Advanced Practitioner, University Hospitals Dorset: The musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause • Rebecca Owen, PhD Researcher: Plant-based drinks and Bone Health during the Menopause • MSc Nutrition & Behaviour Student Researcher: Creatine Supplementation Among Peri- and Postmenopausal Women: Knowledge, Beliefs, Practices and Menopausal Symptoms • MSc Nutrition & Behaviour Student Researcher: Living experiences of peri and post-menopausal women using GLP-1 weight management therapy 19.15: Discussion and Questions 19.30: Close For further information on this event please contact [email protected] Find out more here: https://www.bournemouth.ac.uk/research/centres-institutes/centre-midwifery-womens-health How to get to BU: Lansdowne campus is located in the city centre and is easily accessed via bus and train links. For more travel information please see this link. There is no parking on site, however if public transport isn't possible for you there are a number of local pay and display car parks at Cotlands Road and Madeira Road. Bournemouth University’s Online Event Terms and Conditions Photos may be taken at the event. If you do not want to appear in any photos, please notify a member of staff at the event. For further information on the use of photos and videos, please refer to our privacy policy At BU we are committed to ensuring that all our events provide a positive, inclusive, and respectful experience for everyone. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards harassment, including sexual harassment or misconduct, by any attendee, vendor, or third party. We are committed to fostering an environment where every participant feels valued, respected, and safe. Harassment in any form—whether verbal, physical, or visual—will not be tolerated. This includes inappropriate comments, gestures, physical advances, or sharing explicit content that violates someone's dignity or creates an offensive atmosphere. If you witness or experience any form of harassment during our event, please report it immediately to event organisers. All reports will be handled confidentially, and appropriate action will be taken to ensure the safety and well-being of all attendees. Reports can also be made anonymously online, although the action that can be taken in these circumstances may be more limited. By attending this event, you agree to contribute to creating a space that is respectful, inclusive, and positive for everyone.