Designates September of each year as "Menopause Awareness Month" in New Jersey.
Impact
If enacted, this resolution may lead to increased public discussion and understanding of menopause, potentially improving health outcomes for women experiencing related symptoms. By promoting awareness, the state is likely to encourage supportive community conversations and healthcare provider engagement, thereby mitigating feelings of isolation that many women face during this stage of life. It could also highlight treatment options available for menopausal symptoms, which include hormone therapy and other therapeutic interventions.
Summary
AJR123 aims to designate September of each year as 'Menopause Awareness Month' in New Jersey. This initiative recognizes the significant impact menopause has on women’s health, particularly for those aged 40-59, as highlighted by the statistic that in 2019 there were approximately 1.2 million women in this age range in New Jersey. The resolution seeks to raise awareness around the various symptoms associated with menopause, including physical manifestations like hot flashes and emotional issues, which can disrupt daily living for many women.
Contention
While the resolution is generally non-controversial and is aligned with the national observance of Menopause Awareness Month, it does touch on societal perceptions of menopause that may lead to contention. For some, the acknowledgment and open discussion regarding menopause might challenge long-standing stigmas, particularly around aging and women’s health. Such a resolution is seen as a progressive step in addressing women's health needs and promoting a more positive characterization of aging women in the media.
Same As
Designates October of each year as "Menopause Awareness Month" October 11 of each year as "Perimenopause Day," and October 18 of each year as "Postmenopause Day" in New Jersey.
Designates October of each year as "Menopause Awareness Month" October 11 of each year as "Perimenopause Day," and October 18 of each year as "Postmenopause Day" in New Jersey.
Designates October of each year as "Menopause Awareness Month," October 11 of each year as "Perimenopause Day," and October 18 of each year as "Postmenopause Day" in New Jersey.
Designates month of September each year as "Deaf Awareness Month" in New Jersey; designates last full week of September each year as "Deaf Awareness Week" in New Jersey.
Designates October of each year as "Menopause Awareness Month" October 11 of each year as "Perimenopause Day," and October 18 of each year as "Postmenopause Day" in New Jersey.
Establishes interagency council on menopause in DOH and requires certain lincensed health care professionals to distribute menopause informational pamphlets under certain circumstances.
Designates October of each year as "Menopause Awareness Month," October 11 of each year as "Perimenopause Day," and October 18 of each year as "Postmenopause Day" in New Jersey.
Enacts the menopause awareness improvement act; establishes a menopause education program; establishes course work or training in menopausal health; directs the commissioner of labor to conduct a study on the impact of menopause on the workforce.