Dr. Michelle Griffin (MD & PhD) has nearly 20 years of experience in women's health, spanning roles across the NHS, Public Health England, and the World Health Organization, as well as extensive work with global pharmaceutical and medtech companies.A clinical doctor specialising in obstetrics and gynecology, Dr. Griffin now focuses on advancing women's health through building and scaling businesses. She provides clinical and commercial strategy to help organizations develop, test, and refine products and services that deliver maximum impact to women’s lives. Dr. Griffin holds several positions on Medical and Scientific Boards and is a trusted advisor for innovative clinical research and product development in women’s health. In addition, Dr. Griffin is a BBC Women’s Health columnist, using her platform to spotlight the challenges women face and to inspire actionable change in healthcare practice.
Your vaginal microbiome is a delicate ecosystem. When it’s in balance and thriving, it protects you from infection and supports your overall health. But when that careful balance is disrupted, it can’t function the way it’s supposed to, leading to a whole host of challenges.
When it comes to vaginal health, there’s no shortage of advice online — some of it helpful, but much of it’s misleading or just plain wrong. With endless information at our fingertips, it can be tough to tell what's accurate and what's just another myth. Let’s break down some of the most common misconceptions about vaginal health and separate the facts from fiction.
Antibiotics are the go-to treatment for vaginal infections like bacterial vaginosis (BV) but they’re far from the perfect solution. Many women find themselves stuck in a frustrating cycle of temporary relief, annoying side effects and recurring infections.
