Below you will find a list of UK based media articles highlighting PCOS this month, January 2024. The Telegraph Women with PCOS more likely to develop memory problems in middle age, study finds The Daily Mail Polycystic ovary syndrome can cause dementia-like symptoms for women in middle age, study suggests IFL Science Polycystic Ovary Syndrome… Continue reading PCOS in the media ROUNDUP – January 2024
Interview with a PCOS Researcher: Dr Heidi Vanden Brink
Dr Heidi Vanden Brink, Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University specialises in research in the areas of adolescent and women’s health, and the intersection with PCOS, metabolism and nutrition. In October 2023, Heidi presented her research paper, “Emergence of phenotypic differences in adolescents who develop PCOS in the early post-menarchal years” at professional conference, AE-PCOS.… Continue reading Interview with a PCOS Researcher: Dr Heidi Vanden Brink
Student research request: Exercise and PCOS
This post has been provided by the research student, please approach them directly with questions or to take part. This research will help a PCOS research student with their dissertation. Hi, my name is Charlotte Laing and I am a third year Human Geography student at Durham University. In 2019, I was diagnosed with PCOS.… Continue reading Student research request: Exercise and PCOS
Research request: What exercise is best for PCOS?
This post has been provided by the research team, please approach them directly with questions or to apply. Verity has cited the ethics approval for this study. We are looking for women aged 16-50 years to take part in our research study. The study is investigating cardiometabolic, mental, cognitive and brain health in women with… Continue reading Research request: What exercise is best for PCOS?
Research request: Your lived experience with PCOS – Imperial College
The below blog post has been written by the student researcher, and details of how to participate can be found at the bottom of this post. Verity have sighted a letter of endorsement from Imperial College Research Ethics Committee. I am a student in the master of public health at the Imperial College London. I… Continue reading Research request: Your lived experience with PCOS – Imperial College
Hope Programme for adults with PCOS – Free Course
PCOS affects mental health, wellbeing and overall quality of life. Coventry University have worked with PCOS patients, Verity and healthcare professionals to create an online course to help. Those joining the Hope PCOS course are invited into an online group run by peers who have PCOS themselves and are trained to support and coach others.… Continue reading Hope Programme for adults with PCOS – Free Course
Research request: PCOS and hormone balance study by Roehampton
The below blog post has been written by the research team, and details of how to participate in the research can be found at the bottom of this post. Verity have sighted the ethics approval granted for the recruitment of this study. Participants needed for our “PCOS and Hormone Balance” study. Do you have PCOS? … Continue reading Research request: PCOS and hormone balance study by Roehampton
Research request: Patient satisfaction & quality of life in PCOS patients
This blog post has been written by the student researcher, and details of how to participate can be found at the bottom of this post. Verity have sighted the ethics approval granted for this study. My name is Mary Hayward, I am an MSc Health Psychology student at Aston University. As part of my dissertation,… Continue reading Research request: Patient satisfaction & quality of life in PCOS patients
Embracing Strength: Seeking Help on the PCOS Journey
Living with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) can be an emotional rollercoaster, affecting various aspects of our lives. From hirsutism and acne to mood swings and infertility, the challenges we face can feel overwhelming at times. However, it's crucial to remember that seeking help is not a sign of weakness but a remarkable display of strength.… Continue reading Embracing Strength: Seeking Help on the PCOS Journey
Research request: Role of kisspeptin in PCOS diagnosis
The below blog post has been written by the research team, and details of how to participate in the research can be found at the bottom of this post. Verity have sighted the ethics approval granted for the recruitment of this study. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most causes of absent /… Continue reading Research request: Role of kisspeptin in PCOS diagnosis
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