In this powerful episode of Women’s Health Uncovered, host Mariam Harutyunyan sits down with two global experts driving change at the intersection of health and the economy:

Francesca Colombo, Head of Health Division at the OECD & Federica Margini, Programme Specialist & Economist at UNICEF

💡 Did you know? Most women reduce their work hours or leave the workforce due to preventable health issues — and it’s costing us billions.

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Heart of the Matter: Why Women’s Heart Health Is Still Being Missed

Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of women - yet symptoms are often ignored, misdiagnosed, or misunderstood.

In this episode of Women’s Health Uncovered, host Mariam Harutyunyan sits down with cardiologist Prof. Dr. Bharati Shivalkar and Birgit Beger, CEO of the European Heart Network, to explore the gender gap in heart health.

💡 What warning signs to look out for - and how to prevent heart disease

💡 Why women’s heart attacks often don’t look like men’s

💡 How gender bias in research and care is putting lives at risk

💡 How AI and innovation could close the care gap

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In this episode of Women’s Health Uncovered, host Mariam Harutyunyan (Founder & Director KinArmat Initiative) sits down with Prof. Dr. Shari Mackens (Brussels IVF) and Olivia Natens (Senior VP at Vitrolife) to explore fertility care today - from IVF success rates and global access to male fertility and misinformation.

💡 Did you know? IVF is most effective before the age of 35 — yet many discover fertility issues too late. Empowering, insightful, and myth-busting — this episode is essential listening for anyone who wants to better understand their body, their options, and the future of reproductive care.

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In this episode of Women’s Health Uncovered, host Mariam Harutyunyan sits down with two remarkable women for a deeply personal conversation about the seasons of the female body.

Joining the discussion are Barbara Sarafian - one of Belgium’s most celebrated actresses - and Dr. Milie Nwoye, gynecologist and hormone specialist.

From breast cancer to menopause, from mental health to identity shifts, this episode uncovers the emotional and physical realities that often go unspoken.

Barbara shares how her dog detected her cancer, how she approached healing, and what she wishes more women knew about their bodies.

Dr. Milie brings in the clinical lens - explaining the hormonal transitions we go through, the symptoms often misdiagnosed, and how women can become better advocates for their own care.

Honest. Empowering. Unfiltered. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating the complexity of womanhood.

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In this episode of Women’s Health Uncovered, host Mariam Harutyunyan sits down with three powerful to discuss one big question: why is women’s health still treated as an afterthought?

Joining the conversation are Stine Bosse (Member ofthe European Parliament), Isabelle De Walsche, (Managing Director at Richter Pharmaceuticals Belgium) & Sarah Ahannach (Microbiologist at the University of Antwerp).

Despite women making up half the population, mosthealthcare systems and research infrastructures remain built around the male body. Globally, only 1% of healthcare R&I funding is invested in female-specific conditions. From cardiovascular diseases to menopause to the microbiome, major knowledge gaps persist - affecting millions of lives anddeepening inequalities.

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Women’s Health Uncovered is a podcast by the KinArmat Initiative, hosted by Mariam Harutyunyan (Founder & Director, Strategic Partnerships & Communication Expert, Keynote Speaker). KinArmat Initiative brings together key players to tackle pressing societal challenges.

Why this podcast? Because women make up half the population - yet their health is still one of the most underfunded and under-researched areas in medicine. The consequences? Delayed diagnoses, misinformed treatment, and care that doesn’t meet women’s needs.

In each episode, we dive into conversations that matter - uncovering new research, spotlighting overlooked issues, and challenging the status quo in women’s health. You’ll hear from leading experts, policymakers, researchers, industry leaders, and advocates working to shape a more equitable healthcare system.

🎙️ Subscribe now - and let’s uncover the path to better women’s health, together.

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