We would like to thank our exhibitors and sponsors for sponsoring this meeting. This includes pharmaceutical companies including AstraZeneca UK and Chiesi Ltd. They have had no editorial input into or control over the agenda, content development or choice of speakers, nor opportunity to influence except for the sponsored symposia presentations.

Event Schedule

Thursday, June 4, 2026
9:20 AM - 10:25 AM
Chair’s opening remarks followed by: Perimenopause and me
  • Understanding perimenopause, typical age of onset and common symptoms 
  • The role of self-care, including mindfulness and stress management, in symptom control 
  • Management options including lifestyle approaches, HRT and non-hormonal treatments 
  • Recognising the impact of perimenopause on physical health, mood, sleep and work 
Marilyn Eveleigh, Registered Nurse, Midwife, Health Visitor, Editorial Advisor, Nursing in Practice
Melissa Canavan, Respiratory Nurse Specialist/ Perimenopause Coach, M Canavan Consulting
10:25 AM - 11:10 AM
Sponsored session to be confirmed

This is a promotional symposium sponsored and organised by AstraZeneca and is intended for UK HCPs only.

11:20 AM - 12:05 PM
Sponsored session to be confirmed

This session is sponsored by Chiesi Ltd and is for UK Healthcare Professionals only.

12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
Contraception updates and best practice
  • Recent guidance updates and changes in contraceptive care within primary care settings
  • Applying UKMEC criteria confidently to support safe and effective prescribing decisions
  • Improving access to contraception and ensuring consistent care across services
Simphiwe Sesane, Medical Educator, Sexual and Reproductive Health Nurse Consultant

Partnered with:

1:10 PM - 1:55 PM
Sponsored session to be confirmed
2:05 PM - 2:50 PM
Sponsored session to be confirmed
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Cervical screening - practical tips for nurses
  • Performing cervical smears safely and effectively, including patient positioning and technique
  • Managing difficult or incomplete samples and infection control considerations
  • Supporting patients through the procedure, explaining results, and promoting adherence to follow-up
Helen Hyndman MBE, Lead Nurse, The Eve Appeal
3:55 PM - 4:40 PM
Assessing and managing sleep problems in practice
  • Recognising common sleep disorders, including insomnia, sleep-disordered breathing and restless legs
  • Assessing contributing factors such as lifestyle, medications and respiratory issues
  • Practical interventions: sleep hygiene, behavioural strategies and referral pathways for specialist support
Dr Allie Hare, Consultant Physician in Sleep Medicine, Guys and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust

5.5 CPD hours

Speakers

Interested in speaking? Email pippabaynham@cogora.com