Understanding the critical intersection between Alzheimer’s disease and women’s health, SWHR convened a roundtable of interdisciplinary experts. This discussion expanded on SWHR’s decades-long work in brain health.
Rates of depression and risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD) are increasing in young women (aged 18-49), which may also increase the rates of premature CVD and poor cardiovascular health in women.
Midlife represents about 63% of women in the United States, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Yet, health research focused on this critical window for healthy aging interventions in women has been understudied.
SWHR President and CEO Katie Schubert writes that supporting the health of women across the health span includes supporting women at work. "Employers have a unique opportunity to drive advancements in women's health, and employee benefits are an important piece of this puzzle."
SWHR convened an interdisciplinary working group of health care providers, researchers, patients and patient advocates, and health care policy leaders for a roundtable discussion on endometriosis.
For Infertility Awareness Month, and in every month moving forward, SWHR is working to advance research, policy, and education on infertility and improve the lives of those affected.
SWHR was pleased to attend a special screening of the “Below The Belt” documentary. The film was executive produced by former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, former Senator Orrin Hatch, and others.