Remember the days when our mothers religiously followed aerobics routines, believing it was the key to staying slim and healthy? They were told that lifting weights would make them bulky, so they stuck to cardio. Fast forward to today, and many of these women, now in their 70s and 80s, are facing the harsh realities of sarcopenia, osteopenia, and osteoporosis. The very advice meant to keep them fit has left them frail and vulnerable.

As we continue to explore the theme of “Your Voice. Your Choice.” during Women’s Health Week, I feel it’s crucial to delve deeper into the issue of burnout among Gen-X women.

Burnout rates for women in Australia and New Zealand have been a growing concern, especially in recent years. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics and research institutions like Auckland University of Technology and Health Roundtable, 46% of women report experiencing and feeling burn out.

It’s Women’s Health Week from 2 – 6 September, and this year’s theme is “Your Voice. Your Choice.”

 To me, “Your Voice. Your Choice.” is about the importance of women feeling seen and heard by medical professionals. It’s a call to action for women to advocate for their health and well-being.