Expressing support for the recognition of October 2025 as World Menopause Awareness Month, and expressing the sense of the Senate regarding global awareness and access to care during the menopausal transition and post-menopause.
Summary
Senate Resolution 480 expresses support for recognizing October 2025 as "World Menopause Awareness Month." It emphasizes the need for global awareness, access to care during the menopausal transition, and post-menopause support. The resolution urges increased research, improved healthcare worker training, and better access to information for women.
Expected Effects
If passed, this resolution will raise awareness of menopause and encourage actions by the Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Defense, and Department of Veterans Affairs. These actions include providing information, conducting research, and updating available resources. Ultimately, this could lead to improved healthcare and quality of life for women experiencing menopause.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of menopause and its impact on women's health and economic well-being.
- Improved access to information and resources for women experiencing menopause.
- Enhanced training for healthcare workers on menopause and treatment options.
- Additional research into menopause and potential clinical options.
- Better quality of life and health outcomes for women affected by menopause.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution itself does not allocate specific funding, so its impact depends on the actions taken by the mentioned government departments.
- The resolution is non-binding, meaning there is no guarantee that the recommended actions will be implemented.
- Increased focus on menopause may divert resources from other important women's health issues (opportunity cost).
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the Constitution's general welfare clause (Preamble). It promotes health and well-being, which can be interpreted as contributing to the general welfare of the population. The resolution also respects the legislative powers vested in Congress (Article I, Section 1) to address issues of public concern.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).