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Women’s Health Crisis: 8% Funding, Long Waits, Unrecognized Symptoms
8/28/2025
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Story summary
- Rosanna Gallant, 32, was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) after years of unrecognized symptoms.
- Experts point to systemic issues in women's healthcare, such as long wait times and insufficient gynecological training.
- Only 8% of research funding is allocated to women's health, highlighting disparities in care access.
- Gallant's case illustrates the common difficulties women encounter in obtaining follow-up care post-diagnosis.
