🔥 Menopause, Maven & Momentum: Women’s Health at a Tipping Point

🔷 Stepping Beyond the Mic—And It’s the Right Call plus news on the health of women!

Over the years, I’ve been encouraged to expand beyond the podcast, and with so many of you joining this newsletter daily, I know it was the right move. 🙏🏼 There’s a LOT happening in women’s health right now 🙌🏼 —it’s almost impossible to keep up! But my goal remains clear: share the facts and offer solutions. 💪

🔷 ICYMI – Big Steps for Women’s Health: The Women’s Health PAC is making waves (stay tuned for my take on the NYSE event and more!), ICYMI the EMMA Study is advancing research on endometriosis, and I’ll soon be releasing audio versions of key articles in the Fempower Health podcast feed.

🔷 Menopause at Work, Must-Watch Films & More: This week, we dive into menopause in the workplace, highlight upcoming women’s health movies of 2024, and share thought-provoking reads—like All Fours by Miranda July and a fresh look at testosterone.

🔷 Honoring a Trailblazer: Carol Downer, a powerhouse in reproductive rights activism, has passed away. Her impact was immense—learn more about her legacy.

🔷 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going: Have questions, suggestions, or topics you want covered? Just hit reply.

Now, let’s get to it.

📢 Menopause at Work: The $24B Shift Companies Can’t Ignore

For decades, menopause has been overlooked in the workplace—but that’s changing fast. Companies, investors, and policymakers are waking up to the reality that supporting menopause isn’t just about well-being—it’s a business necessity.

💡 Key Takeaways from the Women's Health PAC NYSE Event:
✅ Menopause is a workplace issue. Untreated symptoms impact performance, retention, and healthcare costs.
✅ The market is booming. Investors see a $24B industry growing in treatment, benefits, and innovation.
✅ Policy shifts are coming. Women's health leaders are mobilizing economic power for real change.

🚀 What does this mean for the future of work? Employers who step up will gain a competitive edge. Those who don’t? They’ll lose top talent.

📖 Read the full article to see what’s next for menopause in the workplace.

 🎥 Must-Watch Women’s Health Movies in 2025!

Women’s health is finally getting the spotlight it deserves on the big screen! From a powerful documentary on menopause (The M Factor), to a bold dramedy on sexual health (Lady Parts), and the inspiring true story of the IVF pioneers (Joy on Netflix), these films are sparking much-needed conversations.

Want to know when and where to watch? 🎬 Click below to read the full article!

ICYMI: Endometriosis Research Needs You: Join the EMMA Study

Endometriosis diagnosis takes too long. Too many women face invasive tests, misdiagnoses, or unanswered questions. The EMMA Study is here to change that—but we can’t do it without you.

Eligibility: Women aged 18-50, with or without endometriosis.

By participating, you’re not just helping yourself—you’re paving the way for better diagnostics and treatments for future generations. Let’s build a world where diagnosis is faster, treatment is effective, and no one has to suffer in silence.