Following our successful initiation event on the topic of Longevity past fall, we are welcoming our community to the continuation of this topic. This time we are looking at Longevity with a gander lens.

Beyond Bikini Medicine

Historically, women's health has been narrowly defined by reproductive care—a framework often referred to as “bikini medicine.” This limited view has marginalized critical aspects of women’s health including cardiovascular disease, autoimmune disorders, mental health, and the long-overlooked post-menopausal years. Gender gaps in medical research and clinical trials continue to result in delayed diagnoses, inappropriate treatments, and systemic health inequities.

However, a shift is underway. The convergence of science, technology, and advocacy is fuelling a new wave of innovation in women’s health. What was once considered a niche is now a fast-growing market opportunity. Women’s health is not just a medical issue—it is a trillion-dollar economic opportunity.

From FemTech solutions to menopause support platforms, investors are recognizing that closing the gender health gap is both a moral and financial imperative. The women’s health market is projected to surpass $60 billion by 2027, with under-addressed areas like menopause, chronic conditions, and healthy longevity offering high potential for innovation, scale, and return.

The Strategic Role of Women’s Health in Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals

Women’s health is a critical enabler of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 5 (Gender Equality). Ensuring access to comprehensive, equitable, and gender-responsive healthcare not only improves health outcomes for women but also contributes to broader societal and economic development. Improved maternal health, access to sexual and reproductive services, early detection of non-communicable diseases, and support during menopause all enhance women’s ability to participate fully in education, the workforce, and community life—thereby advancing goals related to poverty reduction, education (SDG 4), economic growth (SDG 8), and reduced inequalities (SDG 10). In short, investing in women’s health is not only a matter of individual well-being but a strategic imperative for sustainable and inclusive development.

The panel will comprise distinguished experts from the fields of medicine, finance, public policy, and media, who will engage in a cross-disciplinary dialogue on this topic, acknowledging the profound interdependence and interconnectedness of their respective domains.

Speakers will be announced in due course. If you are an expert in any of the aforementioned or adjacent fields and are interested in contributing to the panel, you are kindly invited to contact Marta Ra (marta.ra@wisfinternational.com).

What to expect

• Insights into Emerging Innovations and Market Trends

• Increased Awareness of Gaps in Research and Clinical Practice

• Enhanced Understanding of Women's Health Across the Lifespan

• Identification of Women’s Health as a Strategic Investment Opportunity

• Facilitation of Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration

Ventures welcome

We are welcoming ventures and solution providers who are contributing to the field of #WomenHealth. If you are interested in presenting your solution during our event, please send an email with a short pitch to info@wisfinternational.com.

We warmly invite healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs, and all individuals with an interest in advancing women's health to join this important conversation!

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