Celebrating Achievers on International Women’s Day
“W” is for Women = “W” is for Wonder!
Life starts with the mother. Responsibilities are shared with a sister. One becomes a man with a wife, a parent with a daughter, and a doting grandfather with a granddaughter. Women are involved in every step of the way — every aspect of life, in one form or the other.
Are Women Restricted to the Maternal Role Today?
Absolutely not. No profession or role can be claimed as “women only” in the twenty-first century. They are mommies, sisters, and aunts — but entrepreneurs, doctors, chefs, and engineers too. Working in a pressurised environment with strict deadlines, multitasking, planning, and management comes naturally. Here are a few accomplished Indian women who inspire us:
Kalpana Chawla — The first Indian woman to go to space
P.V. Sindhu — First Indian woman to win an Olympic silver medal (2016)
Kiran Mazumdar Shaw — Founder of Biocon, Asia’s largest biopharma concern
Indra Nooyi — Chairperson and CEO of PepsiCo, named third most powerful woman in business by Fortune (2014)
Dr. Radha Rama Devi — Pioneer in genetics, instrumental in setting up the first Newborn Screening for preventable causes of mental retardation in India
Anu Acharya — Founder and CEO of MapmyGenome, Young Global Leader (World Economic Forum, 2011)
The list is endless… Wonder Women are truly everywhere today!
What Keeps Them Going?
Balancing home, children, spouse, family, and work can take its toll. How can one do all of it and still keep going? With the surge in personal wellness, these achievers went one step ahead — they got genetically tested and are well acquainted with their health risks. Here is what some of our female clientele have to say:
“Your eyes can’t see what your brain doesn’t know. When you know, you can do so much better. MapmyGenome provided me with great insights regarding my strengths and weaknesses that helped me plan my diet, my fitness plan, and helped me focus on areas which I was neglecting. I feel so much better. ROI on such an intervention can only be felt and is priceless. I highly recommend Genomepatri.” — Dr. Ruchi Dass, Entrepreneur, Physician, Scientist, Digital Health Enthusiast
“MapmyGenome forces you to think about sickness but only so that you can be forewarned and better prepared for the future. Knowing what to watch out for makes all the difference. You can react faster and live a fuller life.” — Sanaya Mehta Vyas, Director, One Ad Display Pvt Ltd & SelvelNext
“Nothing impacts a child’s survival more than immunization and our company Biological-E is in the business of prevention. MapmyGenome continues on the theme of prevention, and I wanted to ensure that I did that for myself to lead a better, healthier life by gaining insights into my DNA.” — Mahima Datla, Managing Director, Biological E. Ltd.
MapmyGenome’s Contribution to Women’s Health
Genomepatri Gynaec — Women’s wellness with predictive assessment for conditions that affect fertility, bone health, and menopause. Includes breast cancer and ovarian cancer
Babymap — Carrier screening providing information regarding your newborn’s risks for developing genetic conditions
BRCAmap — Full gene testing for BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations, helping detect hereditary breast and ovarian cancer risk early
Invest in Your Health — Because You Deserve to Know
MapmyGenome offers a range of genetic tests designed specifically for women — from Genomepatri Gynaec and BRCAmap to Babymap carrier screening and NIPT. Backed by certified genetic counsellors and a CAP & NABL-accredited laboratory.
