Kia ora and welcome!

Welcome to our MHT Course

We aim to empower you to take control of your health and well-being by providing valuable insights into your body and mind. Here are some key points to keep in mind as you go through the course:

• Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT) is another name for Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), neither term is perfect to describe the scope of the treatment and are used interchangeably throughout the course.
• This course is designed to be viewed on a laptop/computer screen. It should work on a tablet or phone as well, but some of the graphics/text might appear smaller, so if this is the case for you, please view these sections on a bigger screen.
• Throughout the course, you will encounter patient quotes in yellow shapes and facts in green shapes.
• If a term has an asterisk (*) next to it, you can find its definition at the bottom of the page.
• There are videos available for further explanation, but they are optional as the written material is comprehensive on its own. You can download the transcript file below each video if you would prefer.
• Feel free to take breaks whenever, dip in and out, and come back to the course/workbook whenever suits you on your journey.
• If you have any questions or need clarification, feel free to comment in the dedicated section below each lesson.
• The platform aims to be inclusive, acknowledging that experiences like perimenopause are not exclusive to women. In our content, we strive to use language that includes all genders.
• While we may refer to your GP in this course, we acknowledge that your health village may include doctors, nurse practitioners, physiotherapists, health coaches and more.

All About Us is a dynamic educational resource that emphasizes the importance of understanding our ancestry (whakapapa) and connection to the land (whenua) in comprehending ourselves, our families, and what aligns with our physical and mental well-being. Dr. Sam, the creator, aims to empower you to personalize your journey towards better health.

Through insights into Dr. Sam's experiences and commonly asked questions, you are encouraged to navigate your personal journey with awareness and strength. Thank you for being a part of this learning experience.

This course is to enable everyone to have access to appropriate hormone therapy. So many women I see have had symptoms that can be improved by hormones, but just not the right hormone therapy. So through understanding what your options are, what to expect and how they work I want to give you the confidence to navigate your own hīkoi [journey] with your healthcare team. Your are your own expert

Ngā mihi [thank you],

Dr Sam

Lesson Summary

Welcome to the Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT) Course! Here are some important points to keep in mind:

• MHT is interchangeable with HRT in this course.
• The course is best viewed on a laptop or computer screen.
• Graphics/text may appear small on tablets or phones.
• Look out for patient quotes in yellow shapes and facts in green shapes.
• Terms with an asterisk (*) have definitions at the bottom of the page.
• Video explanations are available but optional.
• Transcript files are downloadable for each video.
• Feel free to take breaks and come back at your convenience.
• Ask questions in the comments under each lesson for clarification.
• The course content aims to be inclusive of all genders.
• Your health village may include various professionals besides GPs.

All About Us is an educational resource embracing ancestry and connection to the land. Dr. Sam created this to empower individuals in improving physical and mental well-being by personalizing their health journey. The goal is to provide access to appropriate hormone therapy and equip individuals with the knowledge to navigate their healthcare journey confidently. Thank you for participating in this learning experience!

• Dr. Sam, the creator, strives to empower individuals in personalizing their health journey.
• This course aims to enable everyone to have access to appropriate hormone therapy.
• Understanding your options and how hormone therapy works can improve your confidence in managing your health journey.

Thank you, Dr. Sam, for this opportunity to learn and empower ourselves in our health endeavors. Ngā mihi (thank you)!