Deep Dive- Managing Allergy & Women’s Health ( On Line)

This meeting has been organised by CliniLink Ltd and is supported by several pharmaceutical companies who have sponsored this event via the purchase of exhibition stand space. The sponsors ALK-Akello Ltd, AbbVie, Abbott, Chiesi, Consilient Health, Dermal, Exeltis, Gedeon Richter, Nestle Health Science, Pierre Fabre, Theramex, ThermoFisher and TriOn Pharma were not involved in the development of the agenda and have had no influence over the agenda, the speakers or the content of the meeting. Further information about the sponsorship can be found below


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WEBINAR

THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO UK REGISTERED HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS ONLY

Location: MS Team



Event Agenda

09:30-09:50Registration, Networking and RefreshmentsSpeaker
09:50-10:00Introduction and welcomeDr Almas Agha- Chair
10:00-11:00From Contraception to HRT
An Interactive Case-Based Workshop - Share Your Challenges, from Prescribing to PGD
Dr Helen Wall
11:00-11:30SymposiumEvent Partners
11:30-12:00Break
12:00-12:45Complex Contraception & HRT Difficult Conversations
An Interactive Workshop -Case Discussions, Clinical Decision-Making & Practical Confidence
Dr Helen Wall
12:45-13:45LUNCH/ Networking
13:45-14:45Anaphylaxis: Early Recognition, Immediate Action A focused update covering diagnostic pitfalls, appropriate adrenaline use, and practical prescribing decisions in the community.Dr Susana Marinho
14:45-15:00Break
15:00-16:00Urticaria: When Hives Are (Almost Always) Not Allergy
A structured, case-based session addressing acute urticaria, with a primary focus on chronic urticaria, appropriate antihistamine escalation, avoidance of unnecessary investigations, steroid stewardship, and when specialist input is indicated.
Dr Susana Marinho

Study Day Summary

This CPD-accredited face-to-face study day provides a practical, evidence-based update on the management of allergic conditions and key areas of women’s health in primary care. Aligned with current UK guidance including NICE, BSACI, and national menopause and cardiovascular recommendations, the programme focuses on improving diagnostic accuracy, optimising prescribing, and delivering holistic, person-centred care across the life course through expert-led sessions, workshops and case-based discussions.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this study day, attendees will be able to:

  • Apply a structured diagnostic approach to common allergic conditions in primary care
  • Implement stepped, guideline-aligned management for allergic rhinitis, asthma overlap, and complex presentations
  • Initiate and optimise evidence-based menopause management, including HRT and non-hormonal options
  • Integrate cardiovascular risk assessment into women’s health consultations
  • Apply shared decision-making frameworks to support person-centred prescribing
  • Recognise and address health inequalities in the management of multimorbid patients

Key Benefits

  • Strengthen confidence in diagnosing and managing allergic conditions in primary care
  • Apply a structured, evidence-based approach to menopause and hormonal management
  • Integrate cardiovascular risk reduction into women’s health consultations
  • Improve prescribing safety and shared decision-making
  • Gain practical strategies for managing complex, multimorbid patients
  • Interactive face-to-face learning with opportunities for networking and discussion

Additional Information

  • This is a face-to-face, CPD-accredited study day
  • A certificate of attendance will be issued for full participation
  • Suitable for GPs, prescribing pharmacists, nurses, and wider primary care MDT members
  • Designed to support professional development and revalidation requirements across UK healthcare professions (GMC, GPhC, NMC, HCPC)



Meet the Speakers

Dr. Susana Marinho

MD PhD, AFHEA, FRCP
Dr Susana Marinho MD PhD, AFHEA, FRCP is a Consultant Allergist and Clinical Lead of the Allergy Centre at Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust and Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University of Manchester. She leads the largest adult allergy service in the North West.Her clinical and research expertise spans the breadth of allergy, with particular interests in drug hypersensitivity, food allergy and urticaria. She is actively involved in regional pathway development and national service standards in Allergy and Immunology, contributing to commissioning guidance and training frameworks across the UK.Dr Marinho is deeply committed to allergy education and training at all levels. She has a particular interest in improving diagnostic accuracy, reducing unnecessary investigations, and supporting safe, evidence-based allergy management in both primary and secondary care.She is passionate about advancing allergy services and strengthening pathways of care for patients with allergic disease across the UK. Dr Marinho regularly delivers case-based educational sessions for primary care and specialist audiences, translating evolving allergy evidence into practical clinical decision-making.

Dr. Helen Wall MBBS

MBBS, BMS Menopause Specialist, GP Senior Partner, Clinical Director of Population Health (GM) , Visiting Professor
Dr Helen Wall is an experienced GP, media contributor, keynote speaker, and passionate advocate for women’s and public health. Based in Bolton, she is Senior GP Partner and Trainer at The Oaks Family Practice and Clinical Director of Population Health for Greater Manchester ICB, leading regional immunisation and screening programmes.A familiar face on UK television, Helen is Resident GP on BBC Breakfast, a regular contributor to Woman Magazine, and a trusted voice on health, menopause, and wellbeing. A registered BMS menopause specialist, she also runs an NHS menopause clinic and champions women’s health and neurodiversity awareness.Recognised with multiple honours, including Woman of the Year (She Inspires Awards 2022), an Honorary Doctorate in Public Health, and a Visiting Professorship at the University of Manchester. Helen is a respected leader and communicator in healthcare.She speaks widely on topics such as leadership, communication in medicine, navigating the NHS, and women’s health.Follow Helen on Instagram @doctorhelenwall

Website: www.drhelenwall.co.uk

Event Partners

This meeting has been organised by CliniLink Ltd and is supported by several pharmaceutical companies who have sponsored this event via the purchase of exhibition stand space. The sponsors ALK-Akello Ltd, AbbVie, Abbott, Chiesi, Consilient Health, Dermal, Exeltis, Gedeon Richter, Nestle Health Science, Pierre Fabre, Theramex, ThermoFisher and TriOn Pharma were not involved in the development of the agenda and have had no influence over the agenda, the speakers or the content of the meeting. Further information about the sponsorship can be found below