10.3.23 | Bone Health
The Role of Federal Agencies in Supporting Women’s Bone Health Early and Often: A Policy Imperative
Bone health is important for overall health. Bones protect the body’s organs from injury as well as store and […]
9.26.23 | Bone Health
The Importance of Caring for Your Bones Early and Often
Taking proactive measures to support bone health early, especially while bones are still developing, can help build bone and reduce […]
9.25.23 | Heart Health
On My Heart: Women Share Personal Journeys with Heart Disease
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women (and men) in the United States, accounting for nearly […]
9.19.23 | Endometriosis
What to Know about PCOS this PCOS Awareness Month
Polycystic ovary syndrome, commonly referred to as PCOS, is an endocrine disorder that affects the balance of reproductive hormones and affects an estimated 5 million women in the United States.
9.18.23 | Health Equity
SWHR Features Uterine Health in the Women’s Health Equity Initiative
To bring attention to these research and care gaps and help support individuals impacted by uterine health conditions, SWHR has added uterine health to the Women’s Health Equity Initiative campaign this fall.
9.7.23 | Heart Health
Getting Serious About Heart Health
Read My Lips: it’s time for women to stay on top of their heart health and get regular cholesterol screenings.
8.21.23 | Heart Health
Addressing Sex Differences in Heart Health and Access to Care Barriers that Impact Outcomes for Women: A Policy and Public Health Approach
SWHR's interdisciplinary Heart Health Policy Working Group of policy experts, researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates meet to discuss policy needs and opportunities as they relate to women’s heart health across the lifespan.
8.18.23 | Women's Health Perspective
Natalie Sten’s Pregnancy Journey
My husband and I were trying to get pregnant for over a year through on and off infertility treatments. In July 2022, due to an insurance change, we were not able to go through the treatment process.
8.3.23 | Menopause
The Impact of Menopause on Women at Work: A Fireside Chat
In recognition of Labor Rights Week, SWHR hosted a webinar to discuss the challenges that women experiencing menopause symptoms face in the workplace and explore strategies that employers and supervisors can implement to improve workplace environments for midlife and postmenopausal women.
