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202. Who's Afraid of Vaginas? How Sexist "Taboos" Affect Women's Healthcare with Marina Gerner

Financial Feminist

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Women's Health: Breaking Taboos and Innovating Care

This chapter discusses the taboos surrounding women's health and the gender disparities in medical research and practices. It highlights the lack of innovation in women's healthcare, illustrated by a smart bra designed for heart health monitoring and the challenges female entrepreneurs face in the femtech industry. The conversation emphasizes the urgent need for inclusive research and the systemic issues that lead to the dismissal of women's pain and health needs.

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