Culture, politics, medical practices, and scientific understandings of the female body all influence our knowledge of women's health.
In today’s episode, I’m doing something different and talking about how the medical field is failing women in the United States. The reality of women’s health in this country leaves much to be desired, from exclusion from biomedical research to gaslighting by providers and everything in between.
It’s a controversial topic, and we need to increase awareness because definite improvements need to be made. I’m discussing the social factors that influence the state of women’s health, the silence and stigma surrounding menstruation and menopause, the far-reaching impact of racism on health outcomes, and more. This is my plea for us to do more to promote women’s health. Enjoy the episode.
Highlights
The historical exclusion and marginalization of women and the impact it’s had on women’s health
Denial of bodily autonomy and the experience of Henrietta Lacks
The lack of biomedical research on women and ongoing challenges in collecting research data
Why the Office of Research on Women's Health was established
The current state of women’s health in the US
Differences in women's health outcomes
Limited medical attention given to menstruation and menopause despite the social significance
Racial disparities and leading causes of maternal mortality
Cervical cancer and the HPV vaccine
Poor treatment of women with pelvic pain and the misdiagnosis of endometriosis
The high rates of violence against women in the US
Opportunities to improve women’s experiences in the medical system and health outcomes
The need to promote equity in women’s health and research
Mentioned in this episode
Rebecca Skloot’s Book | The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks https://www.amazon.com/Immortal-Life-Henrietta-Lacks/dp/1400052181
This episode is sponsored by Femmenessence
It's a rare occurrence to find a non-prescription supplement that becomes a go-to for hormone health and Femmenessence is just that.
Whether you’re pre-menopausal, menopausal, or struggling with PMS, irregular periods, or other hormone imbalances, I highly recommend giving Femmenessence a try.
Visit Femmenessence.com (https://femmenessence.com/) and use code SHAWN20 for exclusive savings.
Resources
Dr. Tassone's Practice https://www.drshawntassone.com/
The Hormone Balance Bible https://tassonemd.com/hormone-balance-bible/
Hormone Archetype Quiz https://tassonemd.lpages.co/hormonearchetypequiz/
Disclaimer This podcast and website represent the opinions of Dr. Shawn Tassone and his guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only. Because each person is so unique, please consult your health care professional for any medical questions.