Halle Berry is a renowned actress and director, but these days, she’s focusing her energy on advocating for better menopause research and treatment. When Berry, 57, went through menopause, she realized how little she knew about this life stage. Her doctors did not prepare her for the disruptive symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and brain fog. Feeling like she had to grit her teeth and endure it alone, Berry decided to take action.
She spoke out about her experience and shifted the focus of her wellness platform Re-Spin to center around menopause. Berry has been visiting Congress frequently, meeting with lawmakers like Sen. Patty Murray to work towards legislation that would increase federal investment in midlife women’s health research. She has also established an awareness and education program on menopause to help women understand their bodies better during this time of change. Additionally, Berry has offered grants for healthcare workers seeking to expand their training on menopause care.
Berry’s main goal is to reduce the stigma around menopause. She envisions a world where entering this life stage is celebrated much like having a baby shower when expecting a child. She believes it is essential to change the narrative that women are sent out to pasture as they age because women entering menopause are still valuable and have much to offer.
Berry’s passion for this cause has sparked conversations around menopause that were once taboo or misunderstood. Her efforts have helped raise awareness about the importance of addressing midlife women’s health concerns and providing them with access to resources and support they need during this life stage.
