On Gender Bias in Diabetes Technology - HIMSS Europe Series with Dawn Adams

Challenging Healthcare Norms Through Women’s Experiences in Diabetes Management.

In this new episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2025 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande speaks with Dawn Adams, a seasoned midwife specialised in diabetes, pregnancy, and women's health.

Dawn underscores the necessity of recognising the distinct physiological responses of women to medications and technologies historically developed within male-centric frameworks, particularly in diabetes care.

The conversation further delves into the implications of these disparities, urging a reevaluation of the methodologies employed in clinical research and technology development to foster inclusivity and equity in healthcare. 

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

LINKS:

• Connect with Dawn Adams: LINKEDIN
• Learn more about The OPEN Project Diabetes on the DEDOC website
• Find more information on Diabetes UK at diabetes.org.uk and on Diabetes Center Berne at dcberne.com

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This interview was recorded by Megan McCrory from the SwissCast Podcast Network.

This series was produced with the support of Shawn Smith at Dripping in Black.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Gender-Specific Bias in Diabetes Technology

01:29 - Introducing Dawn and Women's Health Advocacy in Diabetes

05:41 - Challenges in Diabetes Management for Women and People of Colour

10:18 - The Importance of Inclusive Research 

12:43 - The Role of Patient Advocacy Groups in Diabetes Care

13:55 - Challenging the Status Quo in Health Care