Halle Berry’s Respin Health Is Focused on Women in Mid-Life!
Halle Berry Introduces Respin Health…
It’s time for menopause—and the conversations around it—to embrace a modern evolution. Leading this charge, Halle Berry aims to dismantle the stigma, shame, and frequent misdiagnoses tied to perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause, conditions impacting an estimated 75 million women in the U.S., with 6,000 more entering this stage daily. The Oscar-winning actress and women’s health advocate has introduced Respin Health, an innovative, community-driven platform blending scientific research, artificial intelligence, medical expertise, and peer support to empower women navigating these transitions.
“This initiative redefines how we perceive menopause, its role in women’s health, and its broader implications for their lives. It’s a movement that demands bold reimagining,” Berry shared exclusively with WWD, discussing her newly relaunched platform. Respin Health seeks to foster open dialogue, education, and personalized care, positioning itself as a transformative resource in a long-overdue cultural shift.
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The 58-year-old individual recounted experiencing an enlightening realization during the COVID pandemic, recognizing that she was in perimenopause. This pivotal moment prompted her to refocus Respin, a platform she established in 2020 dedicated to general health, fitness, and wellness for both men and women, transforming it into Respin Health — a groundbreaking resource aimed at menopause and women’s mid-life health. She reflected, “What could possibly deserve a new perspective more than menopause? Nothing. Menopause has never truly been addressed.”
Many women share this sentiment and express a desire for menopause discussions to engage their target audience, particularly the Gen X and emerging Millennial demographics. A 2023 Harris poll conducted for Kindra revealed that one in three women aged 45 to 60 reported receiving incorrect diagnoses related to menopause, while 60 percent found their physicians’ guidance to be “unhelpful.”
Berry’s experience mirrors this trend; she was misdiagnosed at 54. Her gynecologist mistakenly thought she had herpes when she sought help for vaginal dryness, one of over 30 symptoms associated with menopause, which also include hot flashes, fatigue, and irregular periods.
Berry felt ill-prepared, not only due to her limited understanding of the changes occurring in her body but also because of the societal stigma that led her to dismiss the notion of menopause. “I believed I could somehow avoid it, and if I could bypass it… that would be the best outcome for me, as I did not want to be perceived as old or irrelevant,” she stated. “I feared being forgotten by my industry, being told I no longer had a place or value, and that I could not continue pursuing my passions… I was as apprehensive as anyone else, but with so little information available, I thought I could be someone who could evade it.”
Berry has collaborated with Ally Tam Tumasova, the CEO known for her support of Maven Clinic, Bobbie Baby, Co-Star, and Food52, alongside an executive leadership team that includes AI technologist Manasa Murthy, community builder Natalie Bruss, and editorial director Allie Rose.
This is a promising moment for a renewed emphasis on menopause. The global menopause market is projected to exceed $28 billion by 2028; however, brands and retailers are failing to effectively engage consumers, as reported by the Institute of Practitioners in Advertising. A 2023 study revealed that only 7 percent of women aged 35 to 60 believe that brands are communicating effectively regarding menopause issues, while 26 percent found marketing initiatives to be “uninspiring,” and 46 percent felt that brand narratives do not resonate with their experiences or those of their peers. Respin Health seeks to address these market deficiencies through a comprehensive approach, offering alternatives to Hormone Replacement Therapy via personalized access to experts and affinity groups that connect women with similar lifestyles and symptoms. “We connect you with a coach who can guide you, help you stay accountable, and assist you in developing your own plan,” Berry stated. “Our doctors and coaches provide ongoing support, similar to the community aspect that contributed to the success of Weight Watchers.”
During the summer, Respin Health initiated its invite-only Beta program, which, over an eight-week period, demonstrated that 90 percent of participants experienced “directional improvement in symptoms,” with 64 percent reporting “clinically significant improvement in symptoms,” according to the brand.
Berry emphasized the pivotal role of AI technology on the respin.health platform. “Users require a constant source of support, and we can fulfill this need with AI — providing an always-on presence to address inquiries. This technology not only answers questions but also delivers state-of-the-art responses.”
Over one million women in the United States undergo menopause annually, as reported by the National Institute on Aging. However, the medical community’s comprehension of this condition remains insufficient, particularly for women aged 45 to 55, who typically experience menopause for approximately seven years. This gap in understanding is largely attributed to inadequate research and funding.
In 2024, Berry has actively participated in advocacy efforts, collaborating with U.S. Senators at the Capitol to propose the Advancing Menopause Care and Mid-Life Women’s Health Act, aimed at enhancing federal funding and research related to menopause care.
