Women In Government Podcast

Women In Government

Podcast by Women In Government

  1. Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month PSA - IN Representative Victoria Wilburn

    May 4

    Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month PSA - IN Representative Victoria Wilburn

    Almost seven million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and two-thirds are women. June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, a time to recognize a disease that often begins subtly, with a memory slip, lost word, or forgotten appointment. For patients experiencing memory and thinking issues, there are FDA-cleared blood biomarker tests that can help detect the buildup of proteins in the brain that can lead to the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. It’s like having a window that can offer a view into what’s happening inside of your brain. Alzheimer’s disease affects more than the patient; it impacts entire families and communities. If you notice memory loss or confusion in yourself or a loved one, talk to a doctor. Early detection of Alzheimer’s disease in patients experiencing symptoms can open the door to more options for planning, support, and care. This June, take time to learn the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease, and speak to your doctor if you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms. Find more at WomenInGovernment.org ••••• ••••• ••••• Women In Government Foundation, Inc., headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a national non-profit, non-partisan organization of women state legislators that provides leadership opportunities, expert forums, and educational resources to address and resolve complex public policy issues to all women state legislators across the country. ••••• ••••• ••••• For more information, please visit womeningovernment.org Audio courtesy of OSUCHLUCK Productions, osuchluck.com

    1 min
  2. Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month PSA - IN Representative Maureen Bauer

    Apr 30

    Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month PSA - IN Representative Maureen Bauer

    Almost seven million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and two-thirds are women. June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, a time to recognize a disease that often begins subtly, with a memory slip, lost word, or forgotten appointment. For patients experiencing memory and thinking issues, there are FDA-cleared blood biomarker tests that can help detect the buildup of proteins in the brain that can lead to the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. It’s like having a window that can offer a view into what’s happening inside of your brain. Alzheimer’s disease affects more than the patient; it impacts entire families and communities. If you notice memory loss or confusion in yourself or a loved one, talk to a doctor. Early detection of Alzheimer’s disease in patients experiencing symptoms can open the door to more options for planning, support, and care. This June, take time to learn the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease, and speak to your doctor if you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms. Find more at WomenInGovernment.org ••••• ••••• ••••• Women In Government Foundation, Inc., headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a national non-profit, non-partisan organization of women state legislators that provides leadership opportunities, expert forums, and educational resources to address and resolve complex public policy issues to all women state legislators across the country. ••••• ••••• ••••• For more information, please visit womeningovernment.org Audio courtesy of OSUCHLUCK Productions, osuchluck.com

    1 min
  3. Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month PSA - GA Senator Tonya Anderson

    Apr 30

    Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month PSA - GA Senator Tonya Anderson

    Almost seven million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and two-thirds are women. June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, a time to recognize a disease that often begins subtly, with a memory slip, lost word, or forgotten appointment. For patients experiencing memory and thinking issues, there are FDA-cleared blood biomarker tests that can help detect the buildup of proteins in the brain that can lead to the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. It’s like having a window that can offer a view into what’s happening inside of your brain. Alzheimer’s disease affects more than the patient; it impacts entire families and communities. If you notice memory loss or confusion in yourself or a loved one, talk to a doctor. Early detection of Alzheimer’s disease in patients experiencing symptoms can open the door to more options for planning, support, and care. This June, take time to learn the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease, and speak to your doctor if you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms. Find more at WomenInGovernment.org ••••• ••••• ••••• Women In Government Foundation, Inc., headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a national non-profit, non-partisan organization of women state legislators that provides leadership opportunities, expert forums, and educational resources to address and resolve complex public policy issues to all women state legislators across the country. ••••• ••••• ••••• For more information, please visit womeningovernment.org Audio courtesy of OSUCHLUCK Productions, osuchluck.com

    1 min
  4. Alzheimer's Disease PSA - Iowa Rep. Mary Madison

    Jan 30

    Alzheimer's Disease PSA - Iowa Rep. Mary Madison

    Almost seven million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and two-thirds are women. Alzheimer’s disease often starts subtly with a memory slip, lost word, or forgotten appointment. In fact, changes in the brain can happen 20 years before symptoms even appear. That’s why early detection and diagnosis are so important. For patients experiencing memory and thinking issues, there are FDA-cleared blood biomarker tests that can help detect the buildup of proteins in the brain, that can lead to the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. Memory and thinking issues that come with age may be slight at first and can be easily dismissed, but for some, these changes become more common and can progress over time. Early detection of Alzheimer’s disease in patients experiencing symptoms can lead to more options for planning, support, and care. Sharing details about your memory and thinking issues with your doctor can help determine if testing is right for you. Find more at WomenInGovernment.org. ••••• ••••• ••••• Women In Government Foundation, Inc., headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a national non-profit, non-partisan organization of women state legislators that provides leadership opportunities, expert forums, and educational resources to address and resolve complex public policy issues to all women state legislators across the country. ••••• ••••• ••••• For more information, please visit womeningovernment.org Audio courtesy of OSUCHLUCK Productions, osuchluck.com

    1 min
  5. Alzheimer's Disease PSA - Vermont Rep. Esme Cole

    Jan 27

    Alzheimer's Disease PSA - Vermont Rep. Esme Cole

    Alzheimer's Disease PSA - Vermont Rep. Esme Cole by Women In Government

    1 min
  6. Osteoporosis Awareness PSA - Hawaii Rep. Lauren Matsumoto

    11/01/2025

    Osteoporosis Awareness PSA - Hawaii Rep. Lauren Matsumoto

    Every 20-seconds in the U.S., a woman aged 50 or older suffers a fracture. That’s about the time it takes to tie your shoes. It could be your mom, your neighbor… or even you. And it usually happens doing something common and low-impact, like bending over, lifting something heavy, or falling from standing height. It’s time to get serious about bone health. Nearly 2-million fractures happen every year and they’re often the first sign of postmenopausal osteoporosis. Spinal fractures are the most common, yet 70% go undiagnosed, because patients don’t have symptoms, or height loss and back pain are overlooked. This lack of diagnosis leads to a domino effect where patients are 5-times more likely to break another bone within a year after their first osteoporotic fracture. Talk to your healthcare provider about osteoporosis screening and treatment. Find more at WomenInGovernment.org. ••••• ••••• ••••• Women In Government Foundation, Inc., headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a national non-profit, non-partisan organization of women state legislators that provides leadership opportunities, expert forums, and educational resources to address and resolve complex public policy issues to all women state legislators across the country. ••••• ••••• ••••• For more information, please visit womeningovernment.org Audio courtesy of OSUCHLUCK Productions, osuchluck.com

    1 min
  7. World Osteoporosis Day PSA - Connecticut Rep. Christie Carpino

    09/11/2025

    World Osteoporosis Day PSA - Connecticut Rep. Christie Carpino

    It’s called a silent disease, because we most likely won’t feel pain or weakness until a fracture occurs. October 20th is World Osteoporosis Day. Osteoporosis can affect anyone over 50, even vibrant and athletic women. A hunched back may appear in advanced cases, but most of us don’t show outward signs of bone loss at all. That’s what makes this bone disease invisible and potential bone breaks so serious. Spinal fractures are the most common, yet heavily undiagnosed, because height loss and back pain are often associated with aging or strain. This lack of diagnosis leads to a domino effect where patients are 5-times more likely to break another bone within a year after their first osteoporotic fracture. Talk to your healthcare provider about osteoporosis screening and treatment. Find more at WomenInGovernment.org. ••••• ••••• ••••• Women In Government Foundation, Inc., headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a national non-profit, non-partisan organization of women state legislators that provides leadership opportunities, expert forums, and educational resources to address and resolve complex public policy issues to all women state legislators across the country. ••••• ••••• ••••• For more information, please visit womeningovernment.org Audio courtesy of OSUCHLUCK Productions, osuchluck.com

    1 min
  8. From Trauma to Treatment: PTSD Access to Care

    06/12/2025

    From Trauma to Treatment: PTSD Access to Care

    Women In Government Podcast From Trauma to Treatment: PTSD Access to Care Based on current findings, about 20-million Americans will develop post-traumatic stress disorder or (PTSD) at some point in their lives. While most associated with military service, this condition touches people of all ages and sexes, including survivors of sexual trauma, natural disasters, and chronic medical conditions… just to name a few. Although most people who go through a traumatic event will not develop PTSD, current research finds that about 5% of the U.S. is living with the condition in any given year. For example, during the COVID-19 pandemic about 13-million Americans had PTSD. Up to 40% of people with PTSD recover within one year. There are many effective treatment options for people living with the condition. Evidence-based psychological interventions are usually the first choice, and can be delivered to individuals or groups, in person or online. Self-care can also play an important role in supporting treatment for PTSD, along with medication. This is a decision for both the patient and health care professional. However, there are barriers to care, including lack of awareness that PTSD can be treated, lack of availability of mental health services, lack of trained mental health care providers, and social stigma. On this episode, Trauma to Treatment: PTSD Access to Care, the panel discusses different types of PTSD, how communities can come together to provide more access to care, and what legislation is helping, or hindering recovery. Listeners will also hear a few personal stories from people who have experienced PTSD, sharing how it all started, how they managed to keep moving forward, and how they’re feeling today. PTSD impacts millions of individuals in the United States, including new mothers, disaster survivors, veterans, and individuals living with limb loss… just to name a few. The good news is that awareness is growing, and action is being taken. We're creating a future where mental health is prioritized through legislation, research, peer support, and education. ••••• ••••• ••••• MODERATOR: Trish Ranson, Oklahoma Representative GUEST #1: Jamie Belsito, Former Massachusetts State Representative, and Founder of the Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance GUEST #2: Haneefa Rakeeb, Medical Science Liaison, Otsuka GUEST #3: Ashlie White, Chief Strategy & Program Officer, Amputee Coalition ADVOCATE SOUNDBITES: 1. Nikki Grace, Director, OPGA 2. Naomi Mathis, Assistant National Legislative Director for Disabled American Veterans ••••• ••••• ••••• For more information, please visit www.womeningovernment.org Audio & artwork courtesy of OSUCHLUCK Productions, www.osuchluck.com

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    Women In Government
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
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