I'm a gynaecologist - here are six tips worth knowing

A gynaecologist shares personal lifestyle habits and professional observations regarding women's health, focusing on the importance of preventative care and routine. The article highlights the shift toward more open conversations about gynaecological issues.
Why it matters
Promoting open dialogue about women's health helps reduce stigma and encourages earlier diagnosis of conditions like urinary incontinence and prolapse.
Dr Breffini Anglim O’Regan says women are less shy now to talk and ask about their gynaecological health. Picture: Moya Nolan
I’m from Wexford. I had a very healthy lifestyle growing up; my mom gave us cod liver oil and apple cider vinegar before that was a thing. There was no chocolate in the house, unfortunately. No sweets. That’s why we’re all fiends now!
I used to swim and run competitively. [My family] were all big in to sport and always made sure we ate well in order to do that amount of sport.
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