Student Researcher
Dalhousie University / IWK Health Center
Mabou, Nova Scotia, Canada
Nora MacNeil just finished her third year of Medical Science at Dalhousie University and has been working with Dr. Meghan Pike and Dr. Vicky Price at the IWK Health Center in Halifax, Nova Scotia on a project entitled WeThrive App Improves Adolescents' Understanding of Menstrual Periods. In her family, Nora is the second oldest of 5 girls and is from a small town on Cape Breton Island called Mabou Harbour. Thus far in her undergraduate studies, Nora has been exposed to many areas of research and medical fields. From her exposure, she has taken a keen interest in hematology, specifically pediatric hematology, where she hopes to one day pursue a career. Coming from a family with a history of Hemophilia A, Nora finds it quite remarkable, relatable, and important to investigate bleeding disorders and their impact on quality of life. Specifically, Nora believes in the importance of improving the recognition of bleeding disorders within the adolescent population. One mode to better this detection can include WeThrive app. WeThrive is a practical tool to help adolescents who menstruate better understand their menstrual periods. By identifying heavy menstrual bleeding early, WeThrive has the potential to improve the recognition of bleeding disorders in adolescents. Nora's work with Drs. Price and Pike has shown her true passion for helping, caring for, and supporting individuals, and that she thrives in an environment that pushes her to learn. Nora is entirely grateful for the opportunity that her supervisors have presented her and is looking forward to both the conference, and the future of hematological research that she hopes to remain a part of.
PB0265 - WeThrive App Improves Adolescents’ Understanding of Menses
Sunday, June 25, 2023
18:30 – 19:30 ET