On the Mones
On the Mones is where pharmacist, menopause myth-buster, and accidental midlife icon Kate Thomas breaks down the chaos of hormones, perimenopause, aging, wellness woo, and the medical misinformation flooding your feed.
Equal parts science and sass, Kate gives you evidence-based clarity with zero judgement and just the right amount of swearing.
Featuring:
🔬 Prescribe or Pass Deep Dives — real evidence, made simple
🔥 Woo of the Week — the latest miracle cure getting roasted
😂 Honest stories from midlife, pharmacy, and motherhood
🤷♀️ Peri or Petty — the viral quick-fire segment with Kate’s kids
🔧 The Tradie Brother-in-Law — asking the bloke questions all men are dying to ask
Smart, funny, heartfelt, and refreshingly human, On the Mones is the women’s health podcast you’ll actually look forward to each week.
Facts you can trust. Conversations you’ll replay. Validation you didn’t know you needed.
On the Mones
Breast Awareness, Vaginal Dryness & GSM: Menopause Screening and Treatment Explained
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Pharmacist Kate Thomas interviews Dr Sarah Farrell, GP and principal of Sydney Women’s Wellness, about two major midlife health topics: breast awareness and genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM).
We break down:
• What “breast awareness” means today
• How breast self-exams differ from formal breast cancer screening
• When to see your GP about a breast lump
• Breast density and mammograms
• Why midlife breast changes can feel alarming
We also explore genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), including:
• Vaginal dryness in menopause
• Pain with sex
• Recurrent UTIs after menopause
• Bladder symptoms and estrogen decline
• Why GSM is common but under-treated
We discuss the full treatment ladder:
• Vaginal moisturisers vs lubricants
• Vaginal estrogen
• Prasterone
• When hormonal treatment is appropriate
• Where non-hormonal options like hyaluronic acid vaginal preparations may fit
This evidence-based conversation helps women understand the difference between normal hormonal changes and symptoms that need review — without panic or misinformation.
If you’re searching for answers about menopause, vaginal dryness, breast checks, or GSM treatment options, this episode provides practical, medically grounded guidance.