The Labyrinth of Endometriosis Diagnosis.

In this new episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2025 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande speaks with Julie Hanell, a business podcast host and an endometriosis patient.

Julie candidly shares her personal journey with endometriosis, navigating the healthcare system. She highlights the importance for patients to advocate for their health by seeking multiple opinions and conducting thorough research.

Julie shares her hopes for the future of endometriosis care, which includes advancements in surgical techniques and overall patient care. She envisions a medical landscape where less invasive procedures and innovative treatments become standard, significantly enhancing the quality of life for those affected.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

LINKS:

• Find more details about endometriosis on this World Health Organisation website page
• Connect with Julie Hanell: LINKEDIN
• Follow Julie's podcast "She Hustles": Spotify | YouTube

• Follow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn | Instagram
• Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

This interview was recorded by Megan McCrory from the SwissCast Podcast Network.

This series was produced with the support of Shawn Smith at Dripping in Black.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - The Need for Innovation in Endometriosis Care

01:24 - Introducing Julie and Endometriosis

04:54 - Navigating Endometriosis: A Journey of Self-Discovery

07:08 - Raising Awareness and Building Community

09:03 - The Importance of Advancements in Women's Health and Endometriosis Care

Challenging Healthcare Norms Through Women’s Experiences in Diabetes Management.

In this new episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2025 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande speaks with Dawn Adams, a seasoned midwife specialised in diabetes, pregnancy, and women's health.

Dawn underscores the necessity of recognising the distinct physiological responses of women to medications and technologies historically developed within male-centric frameworks, particularly in diabetes care.

The conversation further delves into the implications of these disparities, urging a reevaluation of the methodologies employed in clinical research and technology development to foster inclusivity and equity in healthcare.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

LINKS:

• Connect with Dawn Adams: LINKEDIN
• Learn more about The OPEN Project Diabetes on the DEDOC website
• Find more information on Diabetes UK at diabetes.org.uk and on Diabetes Center Berne at dcberne.com

• Follow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn | Instagram
• Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

This interview was recorded by Megan McCrory from the SwissCast Podcast Network.

This series was produced with the support of Shawn Smith at Dripping in Black.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Gender-Specific Bias in Diabetes Technology

01:29 - Introducing Dawn and Women's Health Advocacy in Diabetes

05:41 - Challenges in Diabetes Management for Women and People of Colour

10:18 - The Importance of Inclusive Research

12:43 - The Role of Patient Advocacy Groups in Diabetes Care

13:55 - Challenging the Status Quo in Health Care

Transforming Brain Health Research To Bridge Gaps In Representation.

In this new episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2025 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande speaks with neuroscientist, brain health and population health researcher, Dr. Sivaniya Subramanapillai.

Dr. Sivaniya discusses the necessity of considering not just sex and gender differences, but a multitude of identity factors in neuroscience research and how they intersect. She stresses that collecting diverse data sets is essential for advancing our understanding of brain health outcomes and addressing health disparities.

Dr. Sivaniya insists on the need to examine social policies and environmental factors that promote better brain health for all demographics.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

LINKS:

• Connect with Dr. Sivaniya Subramanapillai: LINKEDIN
• Learn more about Femi Lab at femi-lab.com
• Listen to Episode 76 from our Women's Health series, featuring Femi Lab's principal investigator Ann-Marie de Lange

• Follow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn | Instagram
• Connect with us: narrativespodcast@gmail.com | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

This interview was recorded by Megan McCrory from the SwissCast Podcast Network.

This series was produced with the support of Shawn Smith at Dripping in Black.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Facilitating Better Brain Health and Ageing

01:25 - Introducing Dr. Sivaniya Subramanapillai and Diversity in Brain Health

03:13 - Exploring Intersectionality in Alzheimer's disease

06:29 - Addressing Diversity in Brain Health Research

11:35 - The Importance of Diverse Voices in Science Communication

15:27 - The Role of Social Support in Health Advocacy