Women have unique health needs, and most diseases and conditions affect women differently than men.
The Society for Women’s Health Research (SWHR) is the thought leader in promoting research on biological sex differences in disease and improving women’s health through science, policy, and education. We are eliminating imbalances in health care for women.
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Work that
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Biological differences between the sexes exist, from a single cell to the entire body. SWHR is bringing attention to sex and gender differences in health and disease in order to address unmet needs and research gaps in women’s health.
What we’re doing
Stay informed on progress in women’s health research and learn more about the exciting work we do.
Migraine Patient Toolkit: Living Well with Migraine
SWHR’s new toolkit provides strategies and resources to help patients achieve wellness across multiple areas, including physical, environmental, social, work, emotional, and intellectual wellness.
Resources: Women’s Health and Coronavirus
The coronavirus pandemic is placing burdens on women that negatively affect their physical, mental, and economic health. SWHR is committed to raising awareness about how COVID-19 impacts women.
Celebrating 30 Years of Working to Make Women’s Health Mainstream
SWHR celebrated its 30th anniversary October 22 and honored three women leaders who have significantly advanced women’s health throughout their careers.
