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A recent BBC investigation sheds light on a troubling trend: influencers selling unproven “cures” for PCOS, exploiting the lack of accessible, evidence-based medical solutions. For the 1 in 10 women globally living with PCOS, the search for answers can feel overwhelming. Many encounter fragmented care, dismissive experiences, or a lack of options, making them vulnerable to misinformation. At Visana Health, we take a science-backed approach to PCOS treatment and education: ✔️ Expert-led care with OB/GYNs and women’s health specialists ✔️ Personalized treatment plans grounded in evidence – not fads ✔️ Compassionate, whole-person support that empowers women PCOS is real, and so are the challenges women face. The solution isn’t supplements sold online—it’s access to high-quality, trusted care that addresses symptoms like irregular periods, infertility, and metabolic concerns. Let’s shift the narrative. Women deserve better care, better answers, and better outcomes for their health. Read the full BBC investigation: https://lnkd.in/e8eYjwAn #WomensHealth #PCOSAwareness #HealthEquity #EvidenceBasedCare

The Visana Health executive leadership team gathered in San Diego for a strategy-filled offsite to tackle one of healthcare's most pressing challenges: broadening and redefining women’s health care beyond maternity to support women at every life stage. The mission is clear: Transforming women’s healthcare with comprehensive, whole-person care that listens, empowers, and delivers results. The work to redefine healthcare for women is far from over, but this brilliant, mission-driven team is taking the lead. Here’s to building a healthier, more equitable future for women everywhere! #WomensHealth #HealthcareInnovation #Leadership #TransformingCare

The New York Times investigation reveals a critical gap in women's healthcare: half of hysterectomy patients don’t fully understand which organs were removed or the lifelong health implications. This isn’t just about surgery—it’s about empowering women with knowledge, choices, and better care. Nearly 500,000 women undergo hysterectomies each year, but many face preventable symptoms like early menopause or increased health risks. At Visana Health, we’re changing the narrative with: ✅ 78% reduction in unnecessary procedures ✅ 95% of patients improving symptoms without surgery ✅ Comprehensive education before every treatment decision ✅ Evidence-based, less invasive alternatives When 1 in 3 women experience gaps in care, solutions like ours matter. At Visana, we ensure every woman is heard and supported with whole-person care—healthcare as it should be. Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/eF32ndjp #WomensHealth #PatientCare #HealthcareInnovation #PatientEducation

Women’s health is at a critical crossroads. While strides are being made in many areas, healthcare equity for women continues to lag. Recent insights from Bryony Winn, president of Carelon Health, highlight some despairing statistics: ▶️ Women’s life expectancy is at its lowest since 2006. ▶️ The U.S. has the highest maternal mortality rate among high-income countries. ▶️ 75% of women in menopause or perimenopause go untreated. ▶️ Mental health disparities persist, with 30% of teenage girls considering suicide in 2021. At Visana Health, we recognize that women’s health is not a niche issue—it impacts more than half the population, from adolescence to menopause and beyond. We are inspired by calls to action like this article to keep pushing for comprehensive, equitable care that supports women throughout every stage of life. Whether it’s expanding access to mental health services, improving maternal outcomes, or prioritizing menopause care, there is an urgent need for collaboration among payers, care providers, employers, and policymakers. It’s not just the right thing to do—it’s transformational. Addressing these gaps can unlock better health, better lives, and even a stronger economy. Let’s create a future where every woman receives the care and respect she deserves—because our daughters deserve nothing less. #WomensHealth #EquityInCare #MaternalHealth #MentalHealth #MenopauseAwareness #FutureOfHealth Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eWCdmkeD

Excited to announce that Visana Health's Chief Medical Officer, Barbara Levy, MD, FACOG, FACS, will be sharing groundbreaking insights on hormone therapy at the LowCarbUSA® 9th Annual Symposium for Metabolic Health on January 23-26, 2025! With over 40 years of experience and 95+ peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Levy continues to champion comprehensive women's healthcare that treats the whole person, not just symptoms. Her talk "Perimenopause: What's Not Linked to Cancer" will challenge widespread misconceptions about hormone therapy, addressing the flawed conclusions of the 2002 WHI study and revealing evidence-based benefits - from heart disease prevention to improved insulin sensitivity. Join us on January 24th for Women's Health Day to discover how proper hormone management can transform women's health outcomes. Dr. Levy will share her holistic approach to menopause care, emphasizing that true healing comes from looking at the whole picture, not just hormone levels. "Find someone who listens and looks at the whole picture. Your symptoms are real, and you deserve care that addresses you as a whole person." - Dr. Barbara Levy Learn more & register: https://lnkd.in/dEmUtnqY In-person and virtual options available. #WomensHealth #Menopause #HormoneHealth #Healthcare #DigitalHealth #MetabolicHealth

This Thanksgiving, we're pausing to express our deepest gratitude. Thank you to the thousands of women who have trusted us with their health journeys. Your courage to seek answers, share your stories, and prioritize your wellbeing inspires us every day. Thank you to our dedicated care team who listens, supports, and walks alongside each woman to deliver truly comprehensive care. And thank you to our partners and clients who share our vision of transforming women's healthcare. Together, we're building a future where every woman is heard and helped. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Visana Health. 💜

At Visana Health, we’re proud to stand alongside 228 organizations in urging Congress to ensure employees with HDHP-HSAs can continue to access #telehealth and #mentalhealth services before meeting their deductible. Access to affordable, high-quality care is vital for workers and their families. By keeping telehealth and mental health services accessible, we can break down barriers to care, improve outcomes, and support a healthier, more productive workforce. Join us in advocating for this important legislation: tinyurl.com/4tk4xj77 #WomensHealth #HealthcareAccess #Telehealth #MentalHealth #HealthEquity #VisanaHealth

Half of Women in the U.S. Skip or Delay Care – It’s Time to Act 🚨 An article in Fierce Healthcare highlights findings from a Deloitte report revealing a "triple threat" of barriers—affordability, access challenges, and past negative experiences—that cause 50% of women in the U.S. to delay or skip medical care. Key insights from the article: ▶️ Women are 35% more likely than men to skip care due to cost. ▶️ Nearly half of women are unprepared for a $500 medical emergency. ▶️ Past negative experiences with providers have caused 40% of women to avoid care altogether. ▶️ Women pay $15.4 billion more annually in out-of-pocket healthcare costs than men. At Visana Health, we see this as a call to action. Women deserve a healthcare system that is affordable, accessible, and designed to meet their unique needs. This means addressing disparities with thoughtful solutions, including: ✅ Increasing access to care through telehealth and convenient appointment options. ✅ Investing in preventive care and addressing women’s health beyond just fertility and childbirth. ✅ Listening to women, improving provider relationships, and building trust in care. As Fierce Healthcare notes, every stakeholder has a role to play—employers, payers, health systems, and innovators. Together, we can transform healthcare for women and create a system that works for everyone. Read more about the article here: https://lnkd.in/dzpKXqJ3 #FierceHealthcare #WomensHealth #HealthEquity #DigitalHealth #VisanaHealth #BetterCareForWomen

Celebrating National Nurse Practitioner Week! 🎉 At Visana Health, we’re honored to recognize the incredible work of our Nurse Practitioners who transform women’s healthcare daily. Our specialty-trained NPs bring compassion, expertise, and a commitment to genuinely listening to their patients—qualities that make a world of difference in healthcare. As one of our patients shared: "My Visana NP was amazing. She listened to me, took the time to understand and let me finish speaking and believed in what I was saying. It's been difficult to find a provider that will listen about women's health. Thank you." Our dedicated team of NPs and MDs is here to support women through every stage of their health journey and provide the personalized, empathetic care they deserve. Learn more about the fantastic clinical team at Visana Health: https://lnkd.in/ei4rBCwk

We were proud to be an Institute Partner sponsor at this year’s International Performance Management Institute (IPMI) Corporate Wellness Institute, where 75 attendees, 20 speakers, and 15 partners gathered to share best practices for shaping the future of employee wellness. Focused on Championing Wellness: Fueling Business Success through Health and Engagement for a Thriving Workforce of Tomorrow, the event explored how wellness is more critical than ever for workplace culture, productivity, and business success. This year’s institute featured interactive panels, case studies, think tank sessions, and one-on-one business meetings covering wellness trends, benefits design, employee management strategies, and evidence-based approaches to creating a positive, flexible, and collaborative workplace culture. Representing Visana Health at the event, Shelly Lanning, President & Co-Founder, and Matt Hodes, VP of Employer Sales, connected with industry leaders to discuss how a comprehensive women’s health approach supports thriving teams and aligns with our commitment to wellness in the workplace. Thank you to everyone who joined and shared insights. Together, we’re shaping a healthier, more engaged workforce for tomorrow! #WomensHealth #Benefits #CorporateWellness #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeWellbeing #BusinessSuccess #WorkplaceWellness #FutureOfWork #VisanaHealth #EmployeeEngagement #WorkforceDevelopment #IPMI