Oscar-winning actress Halle Berry has voiced her disapproval of California Governor Gavin Newsom's policies concerning women's health, suggesting that such policies render him unsuitable for the presidency.
During her appearance at the New York Times DealBook Summit, the X-Men star criticized Newsom for his lack of support for the Menopause Care Equity Act and his decision to veto a similar bill.
With the way hes overlooked women, half the population, by devaluing us in midlife, he probably should not be the next president, Berry stated. Her remarks highlight a growing concern among women regarding the perceived neglect of their health issues by political leaders.
As reported by Breitbart, Berry emphasized the disparity in how health crises are addressed based on gender. She argued that if men experienced a medical condition that disrupted essential aspects of life, such as sleep and brain function, it would be treated as a significant health crisis.
When women are struggling silently through perimenopause and menopause, trying to hold their families, careers, relationships and communities together, it doesnt just affect women, it affects every household, she noted. Berry pointed out the broader implications of menopause, affecting workplaces and the economy, with one in six women leaving the workforce due to menopausal symptoms.
Berry's call to action was not limited to women alone. I need every woman in this country to fight with me, she urged. But the truth is, the fight isnt just for us women. We need men too. We need all of the leaders, every single one of you in this room this fight needs you. We need you to stay curious. We need you to ask questions. We need you to care even when the topic feels unfamiliar and uncomfortable.
The Menopause Care Equity Act, as detailed by Variety, aimed to mandate comprehensive insurance coverage for menopause and perimenopause treatments, require doctors to undergo continuing education on menopause, and direct the medical board to develop a curriculum for such education.
However, Newsom defended his veto of the bill, stating that it would limit the ability of health plans to engage in practices that have been shown to ensure appropriate care while limiting unnecessary costs. He maintained that the bills expansive coverage mandate, coupled with a prohibition on utilization management, was excessively broad.
Berry's critique of Newsom underscores a broader debate about the prioritization of women's health issues in political discourse. Her passionate plea for both men and women to join the fight for equitable healthcare reflects a desire for a more inclusive and comprehensive approach to addressing these critical concerns.
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