![Episode 131 - Improving Understanding of Menopause with AProf Erin Morton [women's health series]](https://s3.castbox.fm/14/56/e8/d38e8429bd44cebec180cef276666d027f_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Episode 131 - Improving Understanding of Menopause with AProf Erin Morton [women's health series]")
Episode 131 - Improving Understanding of Menopause with AProf Erin Morton [women's health series]
Update: 2025-08-28
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In this episode of The Meaning of Health, we’re joined by Associate Professor Erin Morton, CEO, and founder of Bespoke Clinical Research, to explore the often-overlooked topic of perimenopause and menopause. Erin shares her professional expertise and personal experiences navigating perimenopause, which inspired her to establish the Vital Perimenopause Registry—a project capturing community perspectives on symptoms, challenges, and priorities in women’s health.
We discuss what menopause and perimenopause really mean, the wide range of symptoms beyond the well-known hot flushes, and the significant impact on mental health, work, relationships, and daily life. Erin highlights the stigma and silence that too often surrounds menopause, stressing the importance of open conversations, informed healthcare, and supportive workplaces.
The conversation also touches on the need for better clinician training, especially in rural and regional communities, and the cultural and social factors that shape women’s experiences. Erin reminds us that while symptoms and treatments differ, what makes the biggest difference is understanding, empathy, and support—from healthcare providers, workplaces, families, and society at large.
This insightful discussion is a valuable listen for anyone—whether you’re directly experiencing menopause or supporting someone who is.
Learn more about Erin’s work here and get contact details: https://bespokeclinicalresearch.com.au/about-us/
As always, if you want to get in touch with the podcast, you can contact us at: meaningofhealth@outlook.com
Instagram Twitter/X Bluesky @healthmeanswhat
FaceBook @MeaningofHealth
Or visit our website: www.meaningofhealth.com.au
We discuss what menopause and perimenopause really mean, the wide range of symptoms beyond the well-known hot flushes, and the significant impact on mental health, work, relationships, and daily life. Erin highlights the stigma and silence that too often surrounds menopause, stressing the importance of open conversations, informed healthcare, and supportive workplaces.
The conversation also touches on the need for better clinician training, especially in rural and regional communities, and the cultural and social factors that shape women’s experiences. Erin reminds us that while symptoms and treatments differ, what makes the biggest difference is understanding, empathy, and support—from healthcare providers, workplaces, families, and society at large.
This insightful discussion is a valuable listen for anyone—whether you’re directly experiencing menopause or supporting someone who is.
Learn more about Erin’s work here and get contact details: https://bespokeclinicalresearch.com.au/about-us/
As always, if you want to get in touch with the podcast, you can contact us at: meaningofhealth@outlook.com
Instagram Twitter/X Bluesky @healthmeanswhat
FaceBook @MeaningofHealth
Or visit our website: www.meaningofhealth.com.au
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