Foggy Brain with Assoc. Prof. Caroline Gurvich
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This episode is proudly sponsored by PhycoHealth
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MORE INFORMATION ON PHYCOHEALTH
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A novel fact for listeners
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PhycoHealth Brain Fog Blog
https://www.phycohealth.com/blogs/news/brain-fog-not-woo-not-weakness-a-biological-reality
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Associate Professor Caroline Gurvich unpacks the phenomenon of brain fog in perimenopause and menopause, examining symptoms like forgetfulness, poor concentration, and mental fatigue that can impact daily life. Caroline discusses how hormonal changes affect cognitive health and delves into the promising role of MHT and wearable technologies in the future of menopause care. With new devices now capable of tracking sleep, stress, and other cognitive indicators, women and clinicians gain real-time data to better understand and manage brain fog. Caroline also highlights the latest research and strategies for supporting mental clarity and preventing cognitive decline, reflecting the podcast’s commitment to combining cutting-edge science, technology, and women’s lived experiences. This episode empowers both women and healthcare professionals to approach brain fog with new tools, knowledge, and hope for more personalised menopause care.
Associate Prof. Caroline Gurvich - Monash University
https://research.monash.edu/en/persons/caroline-gurvich/
HER Centre Australia - Cognition and Hormones
https://www.monash.edu/medicine/her-centre/research/cognition-and-hormones
"MENOPAUSE: THE FUTURE!" is a CLKProductionsMedia Production - all rights reserved
Produced and written by Caroline Kelly - clkproductionsmedia@gmail.com
Content Design and Socials - Daniel Borbely - Sequenced By Design-daniel@sequence-ed.com
**No speakers receive any funding from Besins Healthcare Australia and have no conflict of interest to declare.
**Theramex Australia is not a sponsor of this episode of "Menopause: The Future!"



