Maureen McGrath Group Ltd.

27/10/2025

At our Menopause Matters event last year, 85% of the women said yes when asked if they ever felt dismissed by their doctors.
They wanted to be heard.
They wanted verbiage.
They wanted answers.

Tune in for how to speak to your doctor about perimenopause/perimenopause.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4s6kowd0besiojKy4MTIKN

Nurse Maureen‘s Health Show · Episode

09/10/2025

On this week’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Vivien Brown — a leading voice in women’s health — to talk about one of the most powerful tools in cancer prevention: the HPV vaccine.

We explore what every parent, patient, and provider should know about protecting against HPV-related cancers, the myths that persist, and why vaccination isn’t just for teens.

Dr. Brown shares her expert insight, passion, and clarity on a topic that could truly save lives.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4jWYjbNompRJOK1UWft6wQ

Nurse Maureen‘s Health Show · Episode

06/10/2025

This guy owner Aaron Ware has my picture on the website which claims "made by women, for women." They were not made by women. They were made in a factory in China and cost him about 3-5 dollars each. They are dangerous products as they are made from PVCs, polymers and Phthalates which means they may be damaging to sensitive va**nal tissue and are also impossible to clean as they are very porous leading to infection. DO NOT ORDER. See Trustpilot reviews.

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12/10/2024

15/04/2024

Have you ever had a workplace romance? Was it love or lust?

33% of employees involved in office romances believe it led to success in their careers.

5% of workers who had an office romance lost their job as a result.

8% of employees consider starting a new relationship with someone at work.

1 in 10 workers admitted that they once had an extramarital affair with a coworker.

It can be one of the most exhilarating experiences, hearts trump heads and love is the currency.

Would appreciate a follow! Now that's love! xx MM

Listen to this episode from Maureen McGrath's Health Show Podcast on Spotify. Join us as we peel back the layers of a corporate scandal that's as much about the heart as it is about the balance sheet. My co-host Carol Levine and I, Maureen McGrath, will take you through the entangled saga of Nadine....

04/03/2024

Here she is The Sunday Night Health Show in Podcast mode!

Would love it if you would subscribe! Thank you!

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Text the show: 604-765-9287
I will answer your q's in upcoming shows!
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Tonight on the Sunday Night Health Show Podcast, we explore the realms of intuition, uncover surprising insights about Alzheimer's Disease, delve into the s*x opinions of Canadians, and discover the transformative power of pelvic floor physiothera...

02/03/2024

As Promised!!! The Sunday Night Health Show Podcast 🎙 drops tomorrow night at 8 pm.

It is also available on Spotify and soon to be available on iTunes and Google Play.

It's all about health-s*xual, physical, emotional, spiritual and relationships.

Will cover everything from desire to depression, menopause to melancholia, bullying to breast cancer, andropause to alcoholism, substance use to s*xless marriages, cholesterol to cutting behaviours, perimenopause to Parkinson's Disease, menstruation to medications and more!

Hope you will tune in wherever you listen to your favourite podcasts, subscribe, download and contribute to the show.

Feel free to text the show with questions, comments, suggestions at 604-765-9287 or email me nursetalk@hotmail.com

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21/02/2024

Hello again!

That's what my patient said to her partner once her Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause was treated.

Many women go without treatment in part because they don't realize there is treatment or they think it's a natural part of aging.

And it is for many women but there is treatment.

Estrogen is the hormone regulator of every organ in the body. Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause or GSM is a condition associated with a decrease in hormone receptors of the urogential tract. The urogental tract consists of the urethra, bladder, va**na, v***a, cl****is.

The most prevalent uroge***al symptoms are va**nal dryness, va**nal irritation and itching. The genitourinary syndrome of menopause includes vulvova**nal atrophy and the postmenopausal modifications of the lower urinary tract.

Leakage or urine may occur. Painful s*x and va**nal bleeding from fragile atrophic skin are common problems.

It may take longer to experience or**sm.

All of the above for my patient. When her GSM was treated with low dose localized estrogen cream, it started working within two weeks. Her dryness began to dissipate and after 2 months she no longer leaked urine with cough and sneeze. Or***ms were faster!

I have educated doctors and recommended low dose localized estrogen to many patients of their. This small change in their practice has led to big changes for women's daily and intimate lives.

I mean really, who wants to leak urine or have dryness with your partner, lover, spouse, friend with benefits?

28/11/2023

I've had a few post menopausal patients this week describe what we call in the bladder biz, "Key in the Door Syndrome." Yes, that's what we call it when you return home with your groceries and try to put the key in the door and get urgency. You shiver and shake (ok that's not part of the syndrome but you know what I mean). Women laugh (which will also make them leak) when I tell them what they have.

This condition is frequently referred to as urinary urgency/frequency symptoms, alternatively known as urge incontinence. It manifests when the sensation to urinate arises, and as you reach home and insert the key into the lock, a sudden intense urge results in leakage or a strong sensation of an imminent leak.

And it's common at menopause and beyond.

But what can you do about Key in the Door?

1. Stop what you are doing and remain calm.
2. Do 10-15 quick Kegels- it will calm your bladder down.
3. Do 'The Knack' a robust and precisely timed contraction of the pelvic floor muscles. It entails the pelvic floor muscles contracting just before and during a rise in downward pressure on the pelvic floor.
4. Once you bring in the bundles, make an appointment to see your doctor and ask them for a prescription for low dose localized estrogen therapy. It will help with the urge and the leak. And if you have va**nal dryness/painful s*x and/or recurrent urinary tract infections, low dose localized estrogen in the form of a cream, ring or tablet will help with that too. Bonus!

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

All the best to you and your bladder!

Maureen McGrath RN

Nurse Continence Advisor

26/11/2023

During peri-menopause and post menopause, many of my female patients get recurrent urinary tract infections. They go to their GP and get the same treatment-antibiotics which they need. But it's not enough!!!

These women also need low dose localized estrogen therapy in the form of a cream, ring or tablet. This is to prevent urinary tract infections.

You see, at the peri and menopause, estrogen decreases in the uroge***al tract (bladder, va**na, urethra) and is a set up for infection over and over again. Women over the age of 65 are at risk for sepsis and even death from a urinary tract infection!

So my message to you today?

If you get so much as one urinary tract infection during perimenopause or menopause, ask your doctor for a prescription for a low dose localized or topical estrogen to prevent more Urinary Tract Infections. A prescription for antibiotics is not enough.

Tell them I sent you.

Please share!!

25/11/2023

In Perimenopause? Menopause?

Experiencing Urgency? Plus it feels like you have a UTI but culture comes back negative.

The issue is common during the peri and menopausal time ladies.
Estrogen receptors decrease in the uroge***al tract.
Treatment? Replace the estrogen in the uroge***al tract with low dose topical Estrogen in the form of a cream, ring or tablet.

The dose for Estragyn Vaginal Cream™ is 0.5 to 4 grams per day taken intrava**nally, adjusted to the lowest amount that controls symptoms. You may need to educate your doctor on this.
An estring is inserted into the va**na and releases estrogen over three months at which time you will need a new one. This may also help if you have Stress Urinary Incontinence too.

The tablet is the least effective I find in my practice. Why? It's a dry tablet going into a dry va**na. Plus the low dose used to be 25 mcg twice per week into the va**na. The company (in the interest of exploiting women IMHO) decreased the dose to 10 mcg taken twice per week. So the dose is too low. So women have to take it more frequently and it costs more.

24/11/2023

I am on a MISSION! Educate as many doctors and women as possible about Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM). It's often lost in the shadows and left unaddressed. Allow me to explain please.

Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) refers to a collection of symptoms resulting from the decrease in estrogen receptors in the urinary and ge***al tracts during perimenopause and post menopause.

Perimenopause is the years leading up to the menopause.

GSM includes a variety of symptoms: va**nal dryness, irritation, itching, thin watery discharge, burning, pain during in*******se, and urinary symptoms like urgency, frequency, and recurrent urinary tract infections.

GSM symptoms can significantly impact a woman's quality of life. Vaginal dryness and discomfort can lead to pain during s*xual in*******se, causing distress and low desire and decreased satisfaction and may negatively affecting intimate relationships. GSM may affect overall s*xual function.

Vaginal dryness and thinning of the va**nal walls can increase the risk of va**nal infections and discomfort. By addressing GSM, women can reduce the likelihood of complications and infections in the ge***al area.

GSM can cause urinary symptoms such as urgency, frequency, and an increased risk of urinary tract infections. These issues can be bothersome and, if left untreated, may lead to more severe complications.

Chronic discomfort and pain associated with GSM can have psychological repercussions, leading to anxiety or stress. Addressing these symptoms can positively impact mental well-being and overall emotional health.

Genitourinary health is an integral part of overall health and well-being. By addressing GSM, women can maintain the health and functionality of the ge***al and urinary systems, contributing to overall health maintenance during the menopausal transition.

So how does one treat GSM?

Low dose localized estrogen therapy in the form of a cream, ring or tablet.

It's crucial for women experiencing symptoms of Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause to discuss their concerns with a healthcare professional.

Feel free to email me at nursetalk@hotmail.com