New Jersey Senate Bill SJR116

New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/30/23
• Refer: 1/30/23

Caption

Designates September of each year as "Menopause Awareness Month" in New Jersey.

Impact

By officially designating September as 'Menopause Awareness Month', the resolution seeks to promote discussions and public understanding of menopause and its effects on women's health. This initiative aims to support the well-being of women experiencing menopause and to encourage options for addressing and mitigating the various symptoms associated with this life stage. The resolution recognizes the importance of acknowledging these challenges in a supportive community context.

Summary

Senate Joint Resolution No. 116 proposes to designate September of each year as 'Menopause Awareness Month' in New Jersey. The resolution aims to raise awareness about menopause, a significant stage in a woman's life marked by hormonal changes and cessation of menstrual periods. It emphasizes the need to educate the public about menopause and the challenges women face during this natural biological process, which often includes physical and emotional symptoms that can disrupt daily life.

Contention

While the bill is primarily focused on raising awareness, it speaks to broader issues regarding women's health and the societal stigma often associated with discussing menopause. The resolution highlights that menopause is frequently a topic shrouded in silence, which can contribute to feelings of isolation among women. Moreover, it calls for active participation in discussions around mental and physical health challenges faced during menopause, seeking to destigmatize these experiences in society.