Angela Weyand, a clinical associate professor at the University of Michigan specializing in pediatric hematology, discusses the often-overlooked issue of iron deficiency and anemia, particularly among young women with heavy menstrual bleeding. She reveals that nearly 40% of healthy adolescent girls may be iron-deficient. The podcast highlights the challenges in diagnosing these conditions and advocates for greater awareness, self-advocacy, and open dialogue about menstrual health to ensure better care and accessible treatments.