2.5.26 | Policy
Health Agencies Funded Amidst A Marathon Budget Cycle: A FY 2026 Update and What’s Ahead
Following the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, which stretched from October 1 through November 12, 2025, Congress returned last […]
2.2.26 | Research and Clinical Trials
SWHR Hosts “Overcoming Barriers to Women’s Participation in Clinical Research” Briefing on Capitol Hill
SWHR convened a congressional briefing that fostered thoughtful discussion on the obstacles limiting women’s participation in clinical research and identified steps to address them.
1.30.26 | Policy
LEAD Coalition and SWHR Release Statement on the FDA’s Revised Draft Guidance on the Study of Sex Differences in the Clinical Evaluation of Medical Products
This post originally appeared on the News page of Leaders Engaged on Alzheimer’s Disease (LEAD Coalition). SWHR thanks the LEAD […]
1.29.26 | Policy
Policy and Patient Advocacy in Motion: What We Learned This Fall During SWHR Policy Advisory Council Meetings
In late 2025, the SWHR Policy Advisory Council convened leading professionals in health policy and patient advocacy to exchange insights on the increasingly dynamic health policy landscape
1.23.26 | Policy
Women’s Health Research Celebration: Friends of ORWH Reception Gallery
On January 20, the Friends of Office of Research on Women’s Health (ORWH) hosted a special reception to celebrate the enduring legacy and impact of ORWH in advancing women’s health research.
1.23.26 | Policy
SWHR Hosts “Women’s Health Research Celebration” for the Office of Research on Women’s Health on Capitol Hill
To commemorate the 35th anniversary of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Research on Women’s Health (ORWH) and mark Women’s Health Research Day on January 25, the Friends of ORWH coalition gathered members and supporters.
1.15.26
Society Introduces Three New Board Members
The Society for Women’s Health Research is pleased to welcome Anna Chodos, MD, MPH, Shayna Mancuso, DO, FACOG, and Lauren Ruotolo to its Board of Directors in 2026.
1.12.26 | Women's Health Perspective
Lauren Murphy’s Fertility Journey
My hope is for more clarity on any long-term side effects – and for doctors, patients, researchers, and funders to support this much needed research so that other women can possibly avoid the pain I have experienced, both physical and mental, which also affects their partners, families, friends and colleagues who care about them.
12.22.25 | Women's Health Perspective
Katie Wilson’s Muscular Dystrophy Journey
My health journey is still unfolding, but I’m finally in a place where I feel hopeful, empowered, and connected to a larger community of women fighting similar challenges.
12.19.25 | Vaccines
Guiding Information for Vaccines and Women’s Health
Updated as of January 6, 2025 Vaccines are used to prevent many serious diseases throughout our lifespans and are an […]
