Health checks for women

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This Women’s Month, Prof Elna McIntosh shares a guide to what health checks women need, and when.

This episode is brought to you by Word for Word Media, publishers of Oncology Buddies and Buddies for Life in the interest of education, awareness, and support.

Prof Elna McIntosh is a clinical sexologist. She started as a professional nursing sister then completed a Master of Public Health, a Diploma of Education in Sex Education, and a PhD in Human Sexuality. In 1990, she opened DISA clinic: a women’s sexual and reproductive health care centre. Her biggest achievement to date is surviving breast cancer twice. She is hoping to retire this year.
31 Jul 2024 English South Africa Health & Fitness

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