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Salon After D’Arc: Myths, Misdiagnoses and Misinformation

Date
30 July 2025, 7:00pm9:00pm
Cost$35 (general admission), $28 (concession, under 30s and paid member admission), $24 (First Nations admission)
Bookings Bookings required
Location Conversation Quarter
State Library Victoria

The vibrator was used to treat female hysteria. Jelly and ibuprofen can stop your period.

Can you spot the fact from the fiction?

Historical biases in medicine and research have long shaped our understanding of health. From 19th century medical research gaps to the emergence of wellness trends and today’s TikTok doctors, women’s health has been the target of many medical myths. But has anything really changed?

Don’t miss out on a complimentary cocktail on arrival, and a special collections viewing from 6.30pm.

Arrive curious, leave questioning everything.

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Our Salon After D'Arc series is an opportunity to delve deeper into interesting topics, make connections in the beautiful surrounds of the Library and view rare books acquired through the Women Writers Fund initiative. This event is supported by the Helen Macpherson Smith Trust.

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The views expressed by the presenting artist are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the Library. The Library is dedicated to fostering open dialogue and creativity, supporting artistic expression and the exchange of diverse perspectives.