On June 22, 2024, the St. Giles Wembley Hotel in Penang was the venue for the Menopause and Midlife Women’s Health Roadshow, a significant event dedicated to advancing knowledge and care in women’s health. The event marked a pivotal step in raising awareness and improving the management of menopause and midlife health issues.
Event Highlights
The workshop featured a comprehensive program, beginning with a welcome speech from Dr. Premitha Damodaran, a leading advocate for women’s health. The day’s sessions included a variety of informative presentations and discussions led by esteemed experts in the field.
Key Sessions and Speakers:
- Recognizing Women’s Health by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ng Beng Kwang
- Mending the Pause with MHT by Dr. Murizah Mohd Zain
- Premature Ovarian Insufficiency: The Updates by Prof. Dr. Nick Panay (recorded session)
- Beyond the Itch: Insights into Recurrent Vaginal Infection Management Strategies by Dr. Salina Sany
- Calcium Paradox – Vascular Crosstalk by Dr. Premitha Damodaran
- Individualizing MHT by Prof. Dr. Wendy Wolfman (recorded session)
- Non-Hormonal Preparation in Menopause Management by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ng Beng Kwang
- Vaginal Dryness: Break the Silence. Embrace Solutions by Dr. Sarah Samsuddin
- Metabolic Disease, NCD’s and Bone Health in Menopause by Dr. Premitha Damodaran
- Vitamin D in Midlife & Beyond: Bone Health Focus by Dato’ Dr. K. Balanathan A/L Karthirgamananthan
- Transdermal Estrogen – A Wise Option by Dr. Premitha Damodaran
The program also included interactive Q&A sessions, booth visits, and a mock MCQ test, providing ample opportunities for attendees to engage, network, and gain practical insights.
The roadshow was a resounding success, drawing close to 90 participants, primarily from Penang and the northern states of Malaysia. The high turnout reflected the growing interest and commitment among healthcare professionals to improve women’s health during midlife and menopause.
Second Stop of a Nationwide Initiative
This event in Penang marks the second stop of a four-city roadshow aimed at promoting menopause and midlife women’s health across Malaysia. Following the success of the inaugural event held in Shah Alam in April, the roadshow will continue to Johor Bahru on September 21, and culminate in Kuching on December 7. Each stop aims to provide valuable education and resources to healthcare professionals in different regions, ensuring widespread impact and engagement.
The success of this event would not have been possible without the support and collaboration of our esteemed sponsor partners. Their contributions were instrumental in bringing this roadshow to fruition and ensuring it was a valuable experience for all attendees. A heartfelt thank you to our sponsors for their unwavering support and dedication to advancing women’s health.
The event’s success underscores the importance of continued education and collaboration in this vital area of women’s health. We look forward to future events in Johor Bahru and Kuching, as we continue to empower healthcare professionals and improve the quality of care for women across Malaysia.