The conviction and sentencing of Russell Brand has exposed disturbing realities about sexual predatory behaviour, power and lasting health consequences for women. The courage of those who came forward deserves recognition. But beyond the courtroom, there are questions society and decision makers too often overlook. What happens to women's health long after abuse? The bigger conversation that society and governments are still failing to understand or address. Sexual violen

What an Extraordinary Day! 🙌 What an incredible, inspiring and empowering Saturday at PAUSE LIVE London! 🎉 It was a privilege to be part of this vibrant event, celebrating womens health, wellbeing and the changing conversation around menopause. A whirlwind of a day! From showcasing my forthcoming book Menoproof Your Life Through the Decades to joining a thought-provoking live panel discussion alongside the remarkable former Olympic athlete Jennifer Stoute, and taking to the

Endometriosis Awareness Month reminds us that women’s pain shouldn’t ever be dismissed. Many girls grow up believing severe period pain is normal. For 1 in 10 women living with endometriosis, it isn’t. March marks Endometriosis Awareness Month, highlighting a condition that affects millions of women worldwide. Despite this, diagnosis still takes an average of 7–8 years in the UK, leaving many women navigating pain, fatigue, digestive disruption and fertility challenges with

To stand alongside so many passionate advocates reinforces why Menoproofing through the decades matters. Menopause does not begin at midlife it’s influenced by our teens, 20s, 30s, and 40s. Education, awareness, and early action change outcomes. Thank you to everyone working tirelessly to raise standards, break taboos and ensure women are better supported, in healthcare, workplaces, families and communities. This is not just awareness, it’s a futureproofing women’s lives !

At the heart of my work is Menoproofing through the decades a proactive approach to female health that recognises menopause as a culmination of lifelong patterns, not a sudden event. What happens earlier in life from teens projects into our future forming as health impacts and deeper risks. Finds related to maternal, maternity and menopause. Finding and checking out the uniqueness involved for each person, their history, lifestyle, family history to find reasons ‘why’. Thr

Government announced the first of its kind programme of checks for 40 - 74 year old women in England. In the last week of world Menopause awareness month October 2025 the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) announced women across England would benefit from the menopause being included in routine NHS health checks for the first time. Dedicated questions NHS Health Checks about menopause, free assessments offered to eligible adults aged 40 - 74 every five years esti

I had an amazing time at Pause Live in London on Saturday. Thank you to Katie and Julija (Allonus team) who helped man the stand and share the experience with so many people. The event was very well attended and the organisation was brilliant. I applauded all of the ‘Pause Team’ who worked so hard to make this event the huge success it was. Amazing to see so many Interesting stands, exhibitors dedicated to supporting women in their own way. The world of Pause opened up wit

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) Workshop and Q&A panel discussing PMDD disorder unrecognised, little known, however a large percentage of women are affected. PMDD is a blend of severe PMS and mental health impacts! Health professionals and women’s expanded awareness is urgently required. Joy Wisdom will be there for further discussions on menstrual to menopause. Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is characterised by symptoms of premenstrual phase of a menstrual c

Joy Wisdom Trust delivers specialist education, therapies, and support programmes to help women achieve long-term health and wellbeing. We provide comprehensive, whole-person health solutions for women at every stage of life, with a focus on prevention, early intervention, and root-cause resolution. Our work bridges prevention, early intervention and whole-person care — combining science, body-mind-psychological-emotional wellbeing, with education and practical lifestyle s

Menoproof your Life Todays tip ffrom Joy Wisdom Perimenopause can begin as early as mid-30s, a complex transitional phase marked by symptoms such as hot flushes, insomnia, fatigue, mood changes and congnitive issues. It can feel as though the rug has been pulled on life for some women. Effective care includes a different approach for effective women's health help and change. Guessing is not an option in Perimenopause individuals need accurate and comprehensive information