5.23.24 | Obesity Learning to Support Women Living with Obesity at the “Exploring Obesity’s Impact on Women” Congressional Briefing
On May 2, 2024, the Society for Women’s Health Research (SWHR) held a congressional briefing titled “Exploring Obesity’s Impact on Women and Policy’s Role in Improving Outcomes” at the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington D.C.
5.8.24 | Alzheimer's Disease Breaking Barriers in Alzheimer’s Disease Series: Innovative Diagnostics for Women
Approximately two-thirds of Alzheimer’s disease patients are women, as well as more than 60% of their caregivers. Stigma surrounding in […]
4.10.24 | Obesity Beyond the Stigma: Obesity’s Impact on Women’s Health
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) describes obesity as “a common, serious, and costly chronic disease of adults and children […]
4.4.24 | Heart Health Talking All Things Women’s Heart Health
Heart disease is the number one killer of both women and men annually in the United States. Yet, less than […]
3.15.24 | Endometriosis Closing Gaps in Physician Endometriosis Education
While endometriosis impacts such a large group of individuals across the country, there are still significant gaps in provider education surrounding endometriosis diagnosis and treatment.
3.6.24 | Menopause Menopause Resource Guides Aim to Create Menopause-Friendly Workplaces for All
Inspired by the EMPACT Menopause Study findings, SWHR developed a set of resource guides to help address these significant gaps for midlife and older women and ultimately help improve wellness for all individuals at work.
2.28.24 | Migraine Menopause, Perimenopause, and Migraine
During an interview for the 2024 Migraine World Summit, Dr. Christine Lay shared what she has discovered about menopause and migraine based on her medical practice.
