#043 The role of Sports Pharmacy in women's football with Emily Shears & Dr Jessica Beal-Stahl

🎙️ The Role of Sports Pharmacy in Women's Football

Guests: Emily Shears & Dr. Jessica Beal-Stahl
Host: Carolyn Kent

Episode Overview:
Pharmacy might not be the first thing you think of in sport, but medications, supplements, and chronic disease management all play a crucial role in performance. In this episode, sports pharmacists Emily Shears and Dr. Jessica Beal-Stahl break down the importance of sports pharmacy in women’s football and beyond.

From inhalers and ADHD medication to menstrual health and banned substances, they highlight key medical considerations for female athletes.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

⚕️ What is sports pharmacy? How medications, supplements, and chronic conditions impact athletic performance.

💊 Medication challenges in football – The risks of improper medication use, from asthma inhalers to pain management.

🚺 The unique needs of female athletes – Why menstrual health, hormonal changes, and under-fueling require specialist support.

🧠 ADHD & mental health medications – The effects on training, focus, and performance, and how pharmacists help athletes find the right balance.

🚀 The future of sports pharmacy – Why more teams should integrate sports pharmacists into their medical teams.

Resources & Links

🔗 Connect with our guests:

• Emily Shears – Founder, Female Athlete Network ([LinkedIn])
• Dr. Jessica Beal-Stahl – Clinical Sports Pharmacist ([LinkedIn])

🎧 Listen now on: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts

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