11.29.22 | Mental Health
The Public Health and Women’s Health Impact of Gun Violence
With the impacts of gun violence felt across families, communities, and the country, it is not only a public health crisis but a women’s health issue.
11.16.22 | Alzheimer's Disease
New SWHR Alzheimer’s Disease Policy Agenda Highlights Areas of Need for Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiving
The SWHR Alzheimer’s Policy Agenda was released in conjunction with Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month in November and serves as a resource for policymakers.
11.16.22 | Alzheimer's Disease
SWHR Policy Agenda: Breaking Down the Burden of Alzheimer’s Disease for Women
The Alzheimer’s Association estimates that there are 6.5 million adults age 65 and older who are living with Alzheimer’s disease […]
11.16.22 | Maternal Health
NICHD’s Role in Advancing Research on Pregnant and Lactating Populations
Dr. Diana Bianchi gave remarks on NICHD’s role in advancing research in pregnant and lactating populations during an October meeting of the Coalition to Advance Maternal Therapeutics (CAMT).
11.8.22 | Maternal Health
Addressing Concerns and Considerations Surrounding the Inclusion of Pregnant and Lactating Populations in Research
During this virtual congressional briefing and national webinar, panelists reviewed ethical considerations surrounding inclusion of pregnant and lactating women in research, how to ensure the appropriate inclusion of these populations, and the current state of this type of inclusion in research, both within the federal government and the corporate sector.
10.31.22 | Alzheimer's Disease
Identifying Policy Solutions to Improve Outcomes for Alzheimer’s Disease: Takeaways from an SWHR Roundtable Discussion
Takeaways from SWHR's Alzheimer's Disease Working Group highlight needs for improved disease education, research, and care equity for women impacted by Alzheimer’s, both as patients and caregivers.
10.27.22 | Policy
SWHR Releases Updated Health Care Value Assessment Principles
These new Policy Principles build upon SWHR's 2019 principles, now accounting for changes in the health care value assessment landscape that specifically impact women.
