Halle Berry has become a prominent figure in the world of film and television, winning an Oscar for her work and earning recognition as a director. However, when she went through menopause, she realized that she knew very little about this life stage, much like many other women. Her doctors did not prepare her for the disruptive symptoms she experienced, such as hot flashes, night sweats, and brain fog. Feeling like she had to simply grit her teeth and endure, Berry decided to take action.
Berry spoke out about her experience and shifted the focus of her wellness platform, Re-Spin, to center around menopause. She has since made multiple visits to Congress, meeting with lawmakers like Washington Sen. Patty Murray, to work towards legislation that would increase federal investment in research on midlife women’s health, establish an awareness and education program on menopause, and offer grants for healthcare workers seeking to expand their training.
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, emphasizing that women entering menopause are still valuable and have much to offer. Through her advocacy efforts and personal experiences
