"Padma Lakshmi Opens Up About Endometriosis Impact on Her Career"
Padma Lakshmi spoke at the 2024 Simmons Leadership Conference about the impact of her endometriosis, revealing that she lost numerous jobs due to the debilitating pain. She emphasized the need for better awareness and treatment of the condition, which affects over 11% of American women. Lakshmi founded the Endometriosis Foundation of America and has been advocating for increased research funding, applauding President Biden's initiatives. Other celebrities, including Halsey, Amy Schumer, and Bindi Irwin, have also shared their struggles with endometriosis.