5.12.19
Find Your Health: SWHR’s Healthy Habits for Women
National Women’s Health Week is a reminder to all women that their health is a priority. Here, we highlight a few small steps women can take to enhance their wellbeing, based on research we’ve gathered through our scientific programs.
5.2.19
Applauding Achievements in Women’s Health at SWHR Awards Dinner
Hundreds of people gathered Wednesday night to celebrate advancements in women’s health at the Society for Women’s Health Research 29th Annual Awards Dinner.
4.29.19 | Urology
Shining a Spotlight on Women’s Bladder Health
Women and girls are disproportionately affected by bladder health issues like urinary incontinence and urinary tract infections, which can significantly disrupt daily life. Yet many women are hesitant to talk to their health care providers due to lack of awareness and stigma around bladder conditions.
3.29.19
SWHR to Honor VA Executive, Neuroscience Researcher, and Former Board Chair at Annual Awards Dinner
The Society for Women’s Health Research will celebrate advancements and innovations in women’s health by honoring three leaders for their contributions to the field at SWHR’s 29th Annual Awards Dinner on May 1 at the InterContinental Washington DC – The Wharf.
3.25.19
Griffith, Ybarra Join SWHR Board of Directors
SWHR announced the election of two new members to its Board of Directors: Dr. Linda G. Griffith and Dr. Michael Ybarra.
3.11.19 | Sleep
Struggling to ‘Spring Forward’? Rethink Your Sleep Routine
Science is telling us more clearly all the time that we are setting ourselves up for failure by ignoring sleep as a critical part of the equation for good health.
3.4.19 | HPV
The HPV Vaccine: A Step Forward for Women’s Health
The HPV vaccine is one of the major milestones in cancer research, displaying the great promise of cancer prevention.
2.27.19 | Maternal Health
Pregnancy Complications May Influence Women’s Future Heart Health
A growing body of evidence shows women may have an increased risk of heart disease in the decades following a pregnancy in which they suffered from complications such as gestational diabetes or preeclampsia.
2.25.19 | Endometriosis
Identifying Barriers to Care for Women With Endometriosis
An SWHR working group published an expert review that identifies areas of need to improve a woman’s diagnosis, treatment, and access to quality care, as well as highlights priorities for the future of endometriosis research and care.
