<p>Pioneering Women's Health: From International Aid to Hormone Therapy Advocacy</p><p>In this episode of Women Making Moves, host Amy Pons converses with Elizabeth Kelly, a seasoned nurse practitioner passionate about holistic healthcare. </p><p>Elizabeth shares her journey from working in intensive care units in Chicago to providing international aid and her deep commitment to improving access to mental health care in underserved populations. </p><p>She highlights the critical importance of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for women and discusses the recent FDA removal of the black box warning on HRT medications. Elizabeth also addresses the alarming Department of Education decision to downgrade nursing and other female-dominated professions' status, potentially reducing access to federal funding and impacting women's upward mobility in these fields. </p><p>The episode offers insights into the systemic challenges women face in healthcare and the importance of interdisciplinary and compassionate approaches to patient care.</p><p>00:00 Introduction and Guest Background</p><p>00:20 Elizabeth's Journey in Healthcare</p><p>01:05 Mental Health Challenges and Holistic Care</p><p>03:24 Personal Stories and Healthcare Gaps</p><p>05:06 The Importance of Holistic Approaches</p><p>06:00 Generational Trauma and Mental Health</p><p>14:09 Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Insights</p><p>20:39 Recognizing Women's Health Issues</p><p>22:07 Challenges in Prescribing HRT</p><p>23:07 Historical Neglect of Women's Health</p><p>23:57 Black Box Warnings and Opiate Crisis</p><p>25:26 Impact of Education Policy Changes</p><p>27:32 Financial Barriers in Female-Dominated Professions</p><p>36:54 Encouragement for Aspiring Nurses</p><p>39:14 Final Thoughts and Contact Information</p><p>Follow and support Elizabeth on Instagram and Facebook @stayinyourcortex and visit her at Ardent Counseling Center Oak Brook <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://ardentcenter.com/team-member/elizabeth-kelly/">https://ardentcenter.com/team-member/elizabeth-kelly/</a></p><p>Thank you for tuning in to Women Making Moves, be sure to rate and subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast platform and follow along on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/women_making_moves_?igsh=ZWVqdmhxbmdjc2d0&amp;utm_source=qr">Instagram</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bsky.app/profile/womenmakingmoves.bsky.social">Bluesky.</a> Visit Amy at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://unlockthemagic.org/">Unlock the Magic</a>, and follow on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/unlockthemagic_/profilecard/?igsh=MTVjNm0zY2t5NGVlMg==">Instagram</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linkedin.com/in/amyponsismagic">LinkedIn</a>.</p><p><em>Women Making Moves is for personal use only and general information purposes, the show host cannot guarantee the accuracy of any statements from guests or the sufficiency of the information. This show and host is not liable for any personal actions taken.</em></p>