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ArticleWomen's health (London, England)

Navigating midlife: Priorities and program needs of women in British Columbia.

Shabnam Ziabakhsh, Astrid Christoffersen-Deb, Ann Pederson, Allie Cui, Caylee Raber, Nadia Beyzaei, Phyllis With

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Shabnam ZiabakhshBC Women's Hospital + Health Centre, Vancouver, BC, Canada.ORCID 0000-0003-0570-2055
Astrid Christoffersen-DebBC Women's Hospital + Health Centre, Vancouver, BC, Canada.
Ann PedersonSchool of Population and Public Health, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada.
Allie CuiSchool of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada.
Caylee RaberEmily Carr University of Art + Design, Vancouver, BC, Canada.ORCID 0000-0003-3463-0134
Nadia BeyzaeiEmily Carr University of Art + Design, Vancouver, BC, Canada.
Phyllis WithCommunity Member.

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objectiveThis study explored the health priorities and challenges of midlife women (ages 45-70) in British Columbia, Canada, to identify key elements for a comprehensive, dedicated midlife care program.

designWe conducted a cross-sectional, mixed methods online survey using convenience, non-probability sampling.

methodsAn online survey (

resultsStaying physically fit was the top priority, followed by weight management, brain health, and mental wellness, with variations noted: Younger women prioritized weight and mental health, while older participants focused on brain and bone health. Respondents relied on family physicians or walk-in clinics for care, but reported unmet needs across services, including access barriers, care quality, and information gaps. Key components for a midlife program identified in this study were as follows: (1) integrated, whole-person care support; (2) preventative care and early detection; (3) mental health as a priority; (4) access that fits women's lives; (5) relational, personalized, and competent care; (6) accessible information and navigation; and (7) community and peer connection.

conclusionsThe findings offer insights for developing a midlife women's health program that responds to varied and evolving health priorities through holistic, accessible, and patient-centered approaches.

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Health PrioritiesHealth Services Needs and DemandWomen's HealthAgedBritish ColumbiaCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHealth Services AccessibilityHumansMental HealthMiddle AgedSurveys and Questionnairesaging wellhealth prioritiesintegrated caremenopausemidlife women

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