The mid to late thirties period is a prime time for starting a business, but as new research on social entrepreneurship finds, it's a tough age for female founders.

"There is always an excuse masquerading as a reason given for a women about why she's not quite right for any role," noted Dzubinski. The factors include: Accent Age Attractiveness Body size Class ...

The economic case for advancing women’s equality at work is evident. Closing gender gaps in the workforce could add $12 trillion to global GDP and increase the economic output of some countries ...

Across Illinois, nearly 45% of the 25,630 people who die from heart disease are women, and 11% are in the 40-to-64 age range, Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) 2023 statistics show.

To find out, the team surveyed 900 women in leadership positions in health care, higher education, law, and faith-based nonprofits, where women make up a decent chunk of the workforce.