In this episode our guest is Marie-Josée Bourassa. Marie-Josée is an accomplished nurse clinician and founder and manager of the Méno-Joie Clinic, She came to the cafe to discuss menopause and how to find joy in this natural transition . Grab your warm drink and tune in for a great conversation!

Key Takeaways:

• Holistic Support is Key: Menopause isn't an illness—it's a natural transition. Optimal well-being comes from a blend of education, healthy habits (like nutrition and physical activity), and mental health support.
• Menopause and Perimenopause Explained: Menopause is officially marked by one year without a menstrual period, usually occurring between ages 45 and 55. 
• Varied Symptoms and Experiences: While hot flashes are well-known, symptoms can also include sleep disturbances, mood changes, heavy or irregular periods, joint pain, loss of libido. Every woman’s experience is unique.
• Importance of Education and Self-Advocacy: There's still a lack of research and public knowledge about menopause. Women are encouraged to educate themselves, track their symptoms, and advocate for proper care when visiting healthcare providers.
• Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): HRT is a safe and effective treatment for many women, and current research supports its use for longer periods than previously thought, particularly for managing severe symptoms and preventing osteoporosis.
• Empowerment and Support: Menopause can be a time of growth, empowerment, and community. Women supporting each other, breaking the taboo, and openly sharing experiences can make this life stage more positive and less isolating.

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Bio

Marie-Josée Bourassa, founder and manager of the Méno-Joie Clinic, is an accomplished nurse clinician and a leader in the Quebec healthcare services. Her expertise in women’s health and her decades of managerial experience in healthcare organizations have prepared her to lead in offering services to mature women. Her credibility as a leader and managerial abilities are well-established across the metropolitan of Montreal. She has directly worked with women healthcare providers for the last 25 years and has led many projects affecting patient access and optimization of healthcare services. Marie-Josée works closely with the McGill gynecology medical community and nursing associations. She is also the 2021 recipient of the Healthcare

Leadership Award, the Jeanne Mance Award of the Regional Order of Nurses (ORIIML).

Marie-Josée has gained knowledge through her education through the International Masters of Health Leadership at McGill. She aims to help the women suffering through the transitions of their menopause and, therefore, build a safe environment that prones compassionate medicine. She hears women and embraces them through Méno-Joie.

Website: www.menojoie.com

Host- Nikita Boston-Fisher

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