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June 2023

A Conversation on the Elevation of Sex and Gender in Publishing Academic Research

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According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Research on Women’s Health, “A growing body of health research demonstrates how sex differences can influence a person’s vulnerability to disease, experience of symptoms, and response to treatment.” Accounting for these factors can be critical for ensuring equity in health research; equipping our nation with the capacity to provide personalized, evidence-based medical care; and improving our understanding of the factors affecting women’s health across the lifespan. Yet, a historical and…

June 5 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm EDT

Putting Our Heads Together: Diagnostic Innovations for Alzheimer’s Disease

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Diagnostic tests and procedures offer opportunities to detect diseases, monitor disease progression, guide treatments, and evaluate treatment effectiveness. Some diagnostic tests are invasive, such as a biopsy or endoscopy; whereas others are noninvasive, such as x-rays and ultrasound imaging procedures. Innovations in diagnostics provide access to health information, helping women make informed decisions about their health care at every stage of their lives. Screening and diagnostic testing can lead to earlier detection of disease, improve health outcomes, and contribute toward…

June 6 @ 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm EDT

Reflecting on 30 Years of The Revitalization Act: A Conversation with SWHR’s Founder

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Thirty years ago, women and minority populations were regularly excluded from research. This led to gaps in our understanding about the impact of diseases, conditions, and life stages on women as well as the ability to provide informed, personalized care for these populations. On June 10, 1993, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) passed the NIH Revitalization Act of 1993. The Revitalization Act was a historic moment for women’s health research, mandating that women and minorities be included in all…

June 9 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 pm EDT

SWHR Policy Advisory Council Meeting

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SWHR’s Policy Advisory Council will meet for its quarterly closed-door meeting. The Policy Advisory Council is a forum for industry, nonprofit, and other health care stakeholders to partner with SWHR to support emerging scientific research and public policy that will improve women’s health. Council members will have an opportunity to work collaboratively to develop policy positions, promote research, and create materials designed benefit women’s health. LEARN MORE

June 21 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT
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September 2023

SWHR Policy Advisory Council Meeting

Hosted by SWHR

SWHR’s Policy Advisory Council will meet for its quarterly closed-door meeting. The Policy Advisory Council is a forum for industry, nonprofit, and other health care stakeholders to partner with SWHR to support emerging scientific research and public policy that will improve women’s health. Council members will have an opportunity to work collaboratively to develop policy positions, promote research, and create materials designed benefit women’s health. LEARN MORE

September 13 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT
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One event on June 21, 2023 at 12:00 pm

One event on September 13, 2023 at 12:00 pm

One event on December 6, 2023 at 12:00 pm

December 2023

SWHR Policy Advisory Council Meeting

Hosted by SWHR

SWHR’s Policy Advisory Council will meet for its quarterly closed-door meeting. The Policy Advisory Council is a forum for industry, nonprofit, and other health care stakeholders to partner with SWHR to support emerging scientific research and public policy that will improve women’s health. Council members will have an opportunity to work collaboratively to develop policy positions, promote research, and create materials designed benefit women’s health. LEARN MORE

December 6 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm EST
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One event on June 21, 2023 at 12:00 pm

One event on September 13, 2023 at 12:00 pm

One event on December 6, 2023 at 12:00 pm

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