New York Lawmaker Proposes Bills to Support Women Through Perimenopause and Menopause
A state lawmaker in Manhattan has put forth a series of bills designed to address the challenges women encounter during perimenopause and menopause. This significant biological transition, marked by the cessation of menstruation and hormonal fluctuations, can profoundly impact a woman’s well-being.
The experience of menopause is frequently enough accompanied by a range of difficulties, affecting women emotionally, physically, and psychologically. Symptoms can include forgetfulness, insomnia, hot flashes, hair loss, weight gain, and an increased risk of heart disease, among other health concerns.
State Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal, a proponent of the state’s menstrual equity laws, has introduced three bills to bridge existing gaps in both healthcare access and workplace protections for women navigating this life stage.
One proposed bill, A.5444, aims to amend insurance law to ensure that perimenopausal and menopausal care and treatment are covered. This legislation seeks to make essential medical support more accessible.