
LearnOn Podcast: The Science Show By Kids, For Kids! (Science & Medicine)
From Then to Now: The Rise of FemTech (featuring Amy Keenan)
20 Sep, 2024 - 30 minutes
Episode Description
As we continue to build our knowledge about gender differences healthcare, an important part of the scene is femtech, which refers to a wide range of solutions applying technology to serve women's health. But what does femtech truly mean in its execution, and how does it affect concerns about health equity today? To tackle these questions, we're joined by Amy Keenan on behalf of FemHealth Insights, an organization empowering stakeholders in women's health through data and community building. Tune in to hear all about the underrepresentation of female patients in clinical trials and the future of joint advocacy efforts in shaping more equitable healthcare. Amy Keenan is a leader in women's health as a 2024 fellow for FemHealth Insights. She is leading the campaign for Dr. Brittany Baretto, Chief Information Officer of FemHealth Insights, as she launches the book Unlocking Women's Health: FemTech and the Quest for Gender Equity. Tune into the FemTech Focus podcast: www.femtechfocus.com/Check out Dr. Brittany Baretto's new book: www.amazon.com/Unlocking-Womens-Health-FemTech-Gender/dp/1961347911