The Health Classes You Missed
A secondary school health teacher taking you through the topics that may have been skimmed over, considered inappropriate or flat out ignored. Allowing listeners to feel informed and empowered with reliable and unbiased health information.
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Monday May 02, 2022
Monday May 02, 2022
Welcome to another episode of No Stupid Questions!
This quick informative episode takes you through the external female anatomy, what a tampon is used for and whether or not they affect urination.
How to insert a tampon: https://www.healthline.com/health/can-you-pee-with-a-tampon-in#urinary-flow
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Monday Apr 25, 2022
Monday Apr 25, 2022
In this episode we discuss what sleep is, the stages of the sleep cycle, how you can promote a good sleep routine + MORE!
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Monday Apr 18, 2022
Monday Apr 18, 2022
Welcome to the first episode of No Stupid Questions!
This quick informative episode takes you through what a wet dream is, what causes them and what to do if you have a wet dream.
They are a super normal part of life so it’s okay to experience or be curious about this topic!
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Tuesday Apr 12, 2022
Tuesday Apr 12, 2022
In today's episode we discuss what ADHD is, the types of ADHD, symptoms of ADHD and how it is diagnosed and treated. For more information, visit https://www.adhdaustralia.org.au.
If you or someone you know needs support - contact the ADHD Foundation on 1300 39 39 19 or contact LifeLine on 13 11 14 now.
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Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
In this episode I have Sarah and Anna from The Survivor Hub; an organisation that aims to empower survivors of sexual assault. We talk about what consent is, what is isn’t, what victim blaming looks/sounds like, how to support those who have experienced sexual assault and MORE.
Trigger warning: There is discussion of sexual assault throughout this episode.
If you or someone you know needs help or support at any time, call 1800 RESPECT or contact LifeLine on 13 11 14.
For information on SARO as mentioned in this episode visit the following link: https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0009/475794/SARO_Form_200213.pdf
Follow The Survivor Hub on Instagram @thesurvivorhub
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Monday Mar 21, 2022
Monday Mar 21, 2022
Today I have the wonderful Isabella from Let’s Talk, Period. Isabella is the host and creator of the Let’s Talk, Period podcast, and offers mentoring and support for those who experience chronic illness. Isabella also created an amazing and informative Instagram page where she shares all sorts of information about health conditions including endometriosis and PCOS. I have Isabella on today to talk all about endo - March is endometriosis awareness month after all! We discuss what endometriosis is, signs, symptoms and diagnosis, how to treat and deal with endo AND what inspired Isy to create Let’s Talk, Period in the first place.
Find Isy here:
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/letstalkperiodau/
Website: https://msha.ke/letstalkperiodau/
Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3rRZhs79mrNZ8EXJ2xsky1?si=QZfA12ECT5uGwk0i1H3yKQ
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Monday Mar 14, 2022
Monday Mar 14, 2022
Jumping into sex education territory! Chlamydia is the most reported STI in Australia. It's treatable and of course preventable, but can cause long-term damage if left untreated. Learn all about chlamydia symptoms, treatment and how chlamydia is diagnosed in this episode!
Let's all get used to talking about the uncomfortable stuff and breakdown the stigma surrounding STIs and getting STI checks.
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Thursday Mar 03, 2022
Thursday Mar 03, 2022
I'm finally back after a bit of a break!
In this episode we discuss what a habit is, why it's important to maintain positive habits and routines in our lives (especially during stressful times), and the 5 steps to forming a habit/routine.
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Monday Jan 31, 2022
Monday Jan 31, 2022
In today's episode I am joined by Demi from Bright Girl Health. Demi is the founder of Bright Girl Health, a passionate women's health educator, author and high school teacher. With Bright Girl Health she has presented to thousands of students across Australia, helping them to be in tune with their body and embrace their menstrual cycle. Demi has no filter when it comes to talking about periods and believes that we should never be kept in the dark about our own bodies. She believes that the menstrual cycle does not have to be your enemy - it can be your greatest tool for better health and wellbeing!
Find Demi here:
Instagram, TikTok: @brightgirlhealth
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BrightGirlHealth
Website: https://brightgirlhealth.com
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Monday Jan 24, 2022
Monday Jan 24, 2022
Today I have the fantastic Solaine Douglas on to chat all things nutrition and hormones. Solaine is a qualified nutritionist who works with women to live pain and symptom free with day-to-day nutrition and guidance around their menstrual cycle. We chat about hormones, the menstrual cycle, fertility and PCOS. Solaine also tells us her top 5 foods for any diet and I was so surprised at number one!
You can find Solaine here:
Instagram: solainedouglas_nutrition
Website: https://solainedouglas.com
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