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Uncomfortable Truths: Our Bodies, Diet, Menstruation and Environmental Realities
Thursday 4 June 14:00 until 15:00
University of Sussex Campus : Lecture Theatre, Jubilee Building
Speaker: Dr Chris van Tulleken, Claire Smith and Dr Chi Eziefula
A free and frank discussion around the intersections of the body, menstruation, the environment and diet, with Prof Chris van Tulleken and Brighton and Sussex Medical School’s Prof Claire Smith and Assoc Prof Chi Eziefula.
Dive into real talk about our bodies, diets, periods and the environment.
In a flowing 'fireside chat', the team will talk through these issues, highlighting the latest research, challenging existing rhetoric, and uncovering what we don’t know – but need to know. No sugarcoating here, just open conversations and eye-opening facts. Come curious, leave enlightened!
Speakers:
- Claire Smith: Professor of Anatomy at BSMS and Deputy Pro Vice Chancellor Education and Innovation, University of Sussex
- Dr Chi Eziefula: Associate Professor in Infection at BSMS
- Dr Chris van Tulleken: Professor of Infection and Global Health, UCL and media personality
This in-person only event is free and open to all, but booking is essential – register here >
Posted on behalf of: Brighton and Sussex Medical School
Further information: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/uncomfortable-truths-our-bodiesdiet-menstruationenvironmental-realities-tickets-1989367443576
Last updated: Monday, 18 May 2026