Blog

  • Reset
3.18.25 | Maternal Health
From Preconception to Postpartum, Roundtable Explores Maternal Health Needs

In February, SWHR hosted the roundtable meeting, “Inclusive Motherhood: Empowering Maternal Health for All Women,” to discuss maternal health disparities across all stages of pregnancy, from preconception to the postpartum period.

3.17.25 | Menopause
APA and SWHR Host “Understanding Menopause” Discussion on Capitol Hill

SWHR joined the American Psychological Association (APA) last night to host “Understanding Menopause: Empowering Women with Knowledge Before 40” on Capitol Hill.

3.13.25 | Policy
House Passes Full-Year Continuing Resolution  

On Tuesday, the House of Representatives passed a six-month continuing resolution (CR) to extend fiscal year (FY) 2025 spending bills through September 2025, the end of the current fiscal year.

2.28.25 | Maternal Health
A Research and Policy Approach to Addressing the Black Maternal Health Crisis 

Maternal health refers to a woman’s health, as well as an infant’s health before, during, and after pregnancy. The experiences during these stages greatly impact the health and safety of women and infants.

2.28.25 | Heart Health
SWHR and Partners Champion Women’s Heart Health on the Hill

On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, SWHR, alongside key partners from the American Heart Association, the Association of Black Cardiologists, Inc., and WomenHeart, took to Capitol Hill to advocate for women's heart health.

2.24.25 | Menopause
Incorporating Midlife Health Priorities into Work-Life Balance during Menopause

This January, SWHR hosted a roundtable meeting to better understand the impact of menopause on women’s health in the workplace and discuss how health care providers, employers, and coworkers can better support women who are working throughout their menopause transition.

2.19.25 | Policy
SWHR Statement on Recent Executive Actions

SWHR issued the following statement in response to the release of the Executive Order regarding the administration’s Workforce Optimization Initiative and the mass layoffs of employees across the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on February 14, 2025.

2.18.25
SWHR Announces Two Honorees, Keynote for 35th Anniversary Annual Awards Gala  

SWHR will recognize Kim Love and Teresa Woodruff, PhD for their commitments to improving women’s health at this year’s event.

2.13.25
SWHR Celebrates 35 Years of Making Women’s Health Mainstream 

SWHR is proud to celebrate 35 years since its incorporation and the Society’s remarkable 35-year history of groundbreaking advocacy and advancement in women’s health.