In this episode of the Women’s Health and Fertility Podcast, Dr. Tina Yang sits down with Megan Marie Stewart, founder and executive director of the PCOS Awareness Association, to discuss the realities of living with PCOS and the urgent need for better awareness, diagnosis, and support.Megan shares her personal journey—from years of delayed diagnosis to building one of the largest nonprofits dedicated to PCOS advocacy. Together, they explore the gaps in conventional healthcare, the importance of patient advocacy, and the power of community in navigating hormonal health challenges.✨ In this episode, we cover: • What PCOS really is: a complex hormonal, metabolic, and endocrine disorder • Why diagnosis can take 7–10 years—and how to advocate for yourself • Common symptoms: irregular cycles, weight gain, acne, fatigue, mood changes, and more • The impact of misdiagnosis and symptom masking (especially with birth control) • The importance of holistic and integrative approaches, including acupuncture • Megan’s journey creating the PCOS Awareness Association • Inside PCOS Con: a growing conference for education, support, and community • Resources and support systems available for those living with PCOS • The role of partners, family, and community in supporting women’s health🌿 About the Guest:Megan Marie Stewart is the founder of the PCOS Awareness Association, a nonprofit focused on education, advocacy, and support. Through initiatives like PCOS Con and global awareness campaigns, she is helping reduce diagnosis delays and empower individuals worldwide.🔗 Resources & Mentions: • PCOS Awareness Association • PCOS Con (annual conference held in September – PCOS Awareness Month) • Crisis Text Line (Text “PCOS” to 741741 for mental health support) • NeedyMeds (low-cost and free healthcare resources)Connect with Megan-Marie Stewart and the PCOS Awareness Association:website: https://www.pcosaa.orgIG: https://www.instagram.com/pcosaaTwitter: https://x.com/PCOSAAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCOSAwarenessAssociationYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuQ0k7OTzhqvS1Bynfx4bBQConnect with Dr. Tina Yang and Revive Qi Health & Fertility Center:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tinayang_acufertilitydoctor/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revive_qi/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@revive_qiWebsite: https://www.reviveqi.comThank you for listening to this episode of the Women's Health & Fertility Podcast. Follow us and subscribe to this Podcast and don’t forget to rate and review this episode on Apple or Spotify.If you are looking to optimize your health with acupuncture, Chinese medicine and functional medicine, book a Free 15 minute consult with one of our acupuncturists at Revive Qi: https://www.reviveqi.com/pages/book-an-appointment

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