11.19.20 | Liver Health
Exploring the Role of Sex and Gender Differences in Liver Health
Research shows that clear differences in liver health and disease exist between women and men.
11.17.20 | Maternal Health
Equity Through Innovation: New Methods of Genetic Screening Lead to Healthier Pregnancies for All
Recent innovations in pre-pregnancy and prenatal screening are helping to address health disparities and leading to more equitable care.
11.13.20
Fighting for Inclusion of Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women in Research
SWHR is dedicated to ensuring the appropriate inclusion of pregnant and breastfeeding women in research and advocates for progress and equity in clinical research.
11.3.20
Examining Research Gaps and Barriers to Care for Fibroids
SWHR hosted a roundtable meeting last month to discuss gaps in research, clinical practice, policy, and patient education that need to be addressed to improve health outcomes for patients with fibroids.
10.27.20
SWHR Celebrates 30 Years of Working to Make Women’s Health Mainstream
SWHR celebrated its 30th anniversary at its virtual annual awards gala on October 22, 2020, and honored three women leaders who have significantly advanced women’s health throughout their careers.
10.26.20
SWHR Hires Irene Aninye as Director of Science Programs
SWHR hired of Dr. Irene Aninye as SWHR’s new Director of Science Programs.
10.7.20 | Policy
Understanding Disparities in COVID-19 Research and Response
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed lives across the world, but not to the same extent. Vast gender and racial disparities characterize the pandemic in the United States.
9.29.20
SWHR to Honor 3 Women Leaders in Science and Medicine at 30th Anniversary Event
SWHR will celebrate its 30th anniversary at its virtual annual awards dinner on October 22 and honor three women leaders who have significantly contributed to the advancement of women’s health.
9.8.20 | Liver Health
9 in 10 People With This Rare Liver Disease Are Women
PBC is a chronic and progressive autoimmune liver disease that overwhelmingly affects women, but researchers have yet to determine the exact reason behind this substantial sex difference.
9.3.20 | Maternal Health
Advances in Pregnancy Care: What Parents Need to Know About Genetic Screening
Noninvasive prenatal screening and expanded carrier screening allow families to gain insight into the risk posed by certain heritable conditions. SWHR profiles both types of screening and discusses what families should know before talking to their clinician.
