Radio feature
BBC Woman's Hour
Dr Awal spoke to BBC Woman's Hour about menopause care access, HRT shortages and why every woman deserves timely specialist support.
Media
A trusted expert voice in UK menopause care
Dr Nadira Awal regularly speaks, writes and advises on menopause care, HRT and women's midlife health in national media, professional bodies and government strategy.
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As featured in
Dr Nadira Awal's expert insight has been featured across national broadcasters, podcasts and press — from BBC Woman's Hour to Gardeners' World.
Read Dr Nadira Awal's menopause feature in BBC Woman's Hour
Read Dr Nadira Awal's menopause feature in Dr Louise Newson Podcast
Read Dr Nadira Awal's menopause feature in Gardeners' World
Read Dr Nadira Awal's menopause feature in Woman & Home
Read Dr Nadira Awal's menopause feature in RHS
Read Dr Nadira Awal's menopause feature in i Paper
Read Dr Nadira Awal's menopause feature in Metro
Read Dr Nadira Awal's menopause feature in Gathered
Recent appearances
Where you've heard Dr Awal
A selection of recent radio, podcast and press features sharing evidence-based menopause guidance with a wide audience.
Guest expert
Podcast appearances
Regular guest on leading UK women's health and wellbeing podcasts, including Dr Louise Newson's Menopause Society podcast, translating complex menopause science into clear, actionable advice.
Expert commentary
Press & publications
Featured commentary on menopause, HRT, heart health, blood pressure and workplace wellbeing in national outlets including the i Paper, Metro, Woman & Home and Gardeners' World.
Advisory & policy
Shaping menopause care nationally
Beyond the clinic and the media, Dr Awal contributes to national menopause education and policy through leading advisory roles.
British Menopause Society
Dr Nadira Awal is a British Menopause Society Specialist with an Advanced Certificate in Menopause Care, she has been a member of the Programme Planning Group which has successfully run its 35th Conference in 2026.
View the BMS 35th Annual Scientific Conference programmeUK Government Strategy Group
Nadira contributes to national menopause policy conversations as a member of a UK Government Strategy Group, advocating for better awareness, education and access to menopause care.
Read the UK Government menopause employment strategy announcement"Every woman — whatever her background, community or postcode — deserves menopause care that is clear, evidence-based and within reach. I use my voice to champion women of the global majority and those from socially deprived communities who are too often unheard and underserved."
— Dr Nadira Awal
Patient voices
Stories of change from the global majority
Anonymised experiences shared by women who found clearer, faster and more culturally sensitive menopause care.
A.S. — 51, South Asian heritage
"After years of being told my symptoms were 'just part of getting older', I finally saw Dr Awal. She listened, explained my options in plain language, and within weeks I had a treatment plan that gave me my energy and confidence back."
M.K. — 47, Black British
"The NHS waiting list felt endless. A private video consultation meant I could be seen quickly, understand my cardiovascular and bone health risks, and start treatment that stopped the night sweats and brain fog."
L.T. — 54, East Asian heritage
"Menopause was never discussed in my family, so I didn't know what was happening. Dr Awal's culturally sensitive approach made me feel safe to ask questions. Now I'm sleeping through the night and sharing what I've learned with friends."
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