Sneak Preview: Oprah Unpacks the Myths and Shame in Women’s Health
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“How many times do we need to say ‘dry vagina’ before we’re all comfortable with it?” This was the question of the day when Oprah sat down in front of a live audience to discuss the current state of women’s health—from the shame we experience about menopause, sex, and, yes, dry vaginas, to the myths and misinformation that have dogged women through history (for example, that men need more sex than women. False!).
Oprah was joined by Elizabeth Comen, MD, a breast cancer oncologist, women’s health specialist, and author of All in Her Head. Comen spoke about her experience seeing patients who kick off their appointments with an apology: “I see this daily. A number of women say, ‘I’m so sorry for sweating.’ Or ‘I’m so sorry for what this scar looks like.’ Or ‘I’m so sorry that I didn’t shave today.’ Something is not right there.” She then fielded audience questions on subjects like how to deepen intimacy, the necessary health checks for women 50 and over, and menopause-related anxiety. Watch a sneak peak of this “The Life You Want” Class above, and view the entire recording on September 25 at 4 p.m.
What You'll Learn
Why Women Get Inferior Care
The ongoing toll of shame and misogyny in medicine.
You're Not Crazy: Anxiety is a Symptom of Menopause
What you can do about it, and what won’t cure it.
The Real Measure of a Good Sex Life
It’s less about frequency and more about being emotionally open.
5 Steps to Better Health Today
From cancer screenings to fewer cocktails to lots of time with your besties.
Speak Up at the Doctor's Office
How to prep for an appointment, claim your time, and call out your doc for not listening
The Women's Guide to Heart Health
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the U.S. Get informed.
Solutions for—All Together, Now—Dry Vagina
It’s less about frequency and more about being emotionally open.
How Now to Lose Your Marbles
6 things you can do now to prevent dementia, no matter your age.
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