Women's Health: Breaking the Taboos

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Health-Medical Documentary hosted by Cherry Healey, published by Channel 5 in 2022 - English narration

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Cherry Healey uncovers the secrets surrounding female health issues, joining a variety of women who share their stories, discover what help is available and embark on treatment.

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Cherry examines the impact of chronically heavy periods, fibroids, and endometriosis, which is the second most common gynecological condition in the UK but is often misdiagnosed. Plus, journalist and TV presenter Kate Thornton opens up about her experience of the perimenopause.

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Cherry Healey meets two women tackling different symptoms of the menopause, joining Jo as she undergoes hormone replacement therapy, and Susannah as she tries a new treatment for vulvovaginal atrophy, commonly known as a dry vagina.

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One in four women experience a pelvic floor disorder after having a baby. And as the years go by, if they're not strengthened, the pelvic floor muscles can deteriorate. Cherry Healey meets two women looking for treatment after the damage to their bodies caused by pregnancy and birth.

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One in five women over the age of 25 will suffer from some kind of hair loss during their life. And yet there's still a huge stigma around it. Presenter and DJ Jenni Falconer looks for help after battling a hidden disease called Raynaud's for over 30 years.