Let’s Talk About It: Women’s Health at Work

Description  In this episode of A Dose of Wellbeing, we’re joined by Danielle Hunt, Chief Executive of Pharmacist Support, and Melissa Cochrane, Wellbeing & Development Manager, to talk about women’s health at work. We explore why this topic matters, the impact of conditions like endometriosis, adenomyosis, and menopause, and practical ways workplaces can create supportive environments. From flexible working to breaking stigma, this conversation offers insights for employers and employees alike. If you want to learn how to support colleagues and create a culture of openness, this episode is for you! Guest bio Danielle Hunt is the Chief Executive of Pharmacist Support. With extensive charity sector experience, she joined the charity in January 2019. Since then, Danielle has led the development and implementation of a new wellbeing focused five-year strategy, working closely with trustees to refocus the charity to ensure that it meets the changing needs of the profession. Melissa Cochrane oversees the charity’s wellbeing offering and volunteer programmes. She joined Pharmacist Support in 2021 to develop the counselling partnership, our online Wellbeing Learning Platform, and to further develop our wellbeing content. Melissa has an extensive background as a counsellor/psychotherapist and has a keen interest in wellbeing and simple practices that can enhance our physical and mental health.  Podcast sponsorship This podcast has been sponsored by pharmacy publisher, events and awards organisers PharmacyShows.co.uk, enabling us to further our mission to support the wellbeing of our pharmacy family. Resources and references  Pharmacist Support  To find out more about support services including counselling, please visit our website: https://pharmacistsupport.org/how-we-can-help/   Wellbeing Learning Platform: https://pharmacistsupport.clcmoodle.org/local/roadmaplogin/login.php  External Wellbeing of Women ‘Just a Period’ survey: https://www.wellbeingofwomen.org.uk/news/just-a-period-survey-results/  The State of Period Equity in the UK report: https://www.wellbeingofwomen.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-State-of-Period-Equity-in-the-UK-Feb-2024.pdf  British Standards Institution guidance BS 30416: https://www.bsigroup.com/en-GB/standards/bs-30416-menstruation-and-menstrual-health-in-the-workplace/  IVF case study on our website: https://pharmacistsupport.org/i-need-help-managing-my/family-life/fertility-treatment-and-work/  Help us to support more of our pharmacy familyPharmacist Support relies on generous donations to provide our charitable services and support. If you enjoyed our podcast episode today, please consider making a donation so we can continue creating more content to support mental health and wellbeing in pharmacy. Thank you: https://pharmacistsupport.org/support-our-work/donate/Disclaimer The content of this podcast is for information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Pharmacist Support.