Women's Health Updates — July 2023
Learn about recent developments in women's health as well as SWHR's activities that promote the study of sex and gender influences on health and serve our mission to improve women's health through science, policy, and education.
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FIBROIDS AWARENESS MONTH
Twenty-six million individuals ages 15 to 50 in the United States live with uterine fibroids - but these numbers may be underreported due to stigma and delayed diagnosis commonly associated with fibroids. Download and explore the SWHR Uterine Fibroids Toolkit to learn more about symptoms, treatment options, and other ways to support those living with fibroids.
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NATIONAL MINORITY MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
Led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health (OMH), National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month in July is a time to bring awareness to the unique challenges that racial and ethnic minority communities face regarding mental illness and health. Learn more on the OMH website and in the SWHR Women's Health Equity Initiative.
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The White Dress Project's 2nd Annual EmPOWERment Experience taking place in Washington, D.C. will share a comprehensive understanding of uterine fibroids and feature interactive workshops to empower patients.
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The National Academies' Health and Medicine Division is seeking nominations for experts to participate in an assessment of the current use of the social constructs of race and ethnicity in biomedical research. Learn more from NASEM.
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JULY 23: PARENTS' DAY
Parents make all types of health decisions for themselves and their children. This year, explore resources that answer your questions about fertility and childhood vaccinations, to menstrual health and sleep habits. For example, watch the #SWHRtalksHPV video series to learn how the HPV vaccine can be right for your family.
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The July 2023 session of "Diverse Voices" from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Research on Women's Health will discuss integrated solutions to address HIV and substance use disorders among women involved in carceral systems.
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SWHR is excited to host its Inaugural Winter Social this year, to celebrate the season and the women’s health research community. The evening of festivities will take place at Teddy and the Bully Bar IN Washington, D.C., on Thursday, December 7 at 6:00 p.m. This is an invitation-only event. Sponsorships are available and inclusive of event tickets. The number of tickets offered at each sponsorship level are reflective of a summer special pricing and may be subject to change. The number of sponsorships at each level are limited. Please contact Development Director, Julie Miller at 202-496-5001 or julie@swhr.org with questions or to confirm your sponsorship level.
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SWHR is always seeking stories about diagnoses, seeking or providing care, and living with lupus, menopause, autoimmune disease, HPV-associated cancer, heart disease, lung cancer, or other conditions or life stages. Visit swhr.org/shareyourstory or click the button above to learn more.
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SWHR Releases Menopause Workplace Survey
The "Understanding the Impact of Menopause on the Workplace Survey" aims to better understand and improve the workplace experience for the significant portion of the workforce who have entered or completed the menopause transition. This survey also seeks to collect valuable insights about the impact on coworkers of those experiencing menopause, ultimately guiding us to a better workplace for everyone.
You do not have to experience menopause to take this survey. The survey is open to all individuals, 18 years and older, in the workplace setting, regardless of sex, gender, race, ethnicity, or employment status. It will only take 8-12 minutes to complete. Take the SWHR Menopause Workplace Survey today!
With these survey insights, SWHR will create resources specific to supporting individuals and their colleagues and employers throughout the menopause transition. Stay tuned for more women in the workplace resources!
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Looking for more tips to promote wellness in the workplace? Check out these SWHR resources:
Do you have a menopause story? Share your story with SWHR by visiting swhr.org/shareyourstory and you could help inform future wellness resources.
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SWHR Spotlights Opportunities for Alzheimer's Disease Wellness
This June in alignment with Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month, SWHR released two new Alzheimer's disease resources focused on women and their roles as patients, caregivers, and providers.
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Check out more from the Value of Diagnostics within Women’s Health Series:
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The document builds on data from the SWHR Women’s Health Dashboard. The dashboard focuses on five women’s health issues that have a disproportionate impact on women compared to men, including Alzheimer’s disease, breast cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), depressive disorders, and ischemic heart disease.
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Do you have an Alzheimer's disease health or caregiver story? Share your story with SWHR by visiting swhr.org/shareyourstory and you could help inform future resources.
Explore more Alzheimer's resources and join us in conversation on social media at #SWHRtalksAlzheimers.
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SWHR Attends Women Veterans Task Force Roundtable
SWHR was honored to participate in the Women Veterans Task Force Roundtable meeting in May 2023, hosted by the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs, to discuss ways to support well-being of women veterans and health issues specific to them. Pictured: SWHR President and CEO Kathryn Schubert with the Honorable Rep. Aumua Amata, Chairman of the Women Veterans Task Force.Text Li
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Do you have a veteran health story? Share your story with SWHR by visiting swhr.org/shareyourstory and you could help inform future women's health work.
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SWHR speaks at thINc360, The Healthcare Innovation Congress
SWHR President and CEO Kathryn Schubert spoke on the “Unlocking Opportunities Today to Shape the Future of Women's Health" panel durinf the thINc360 conference, covering topics from mental health and access to care to women's inclusion in clinical trials. See more on social media at #thINc360.
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DON'T FORGET TO TAKE THE SWHR MENOPAUSE SURVEY
SWHR is excited to bring you a menopause survey designed to improve the workplace.
You do not have to experience menopause to take this survey. We are collecting insights from all individuals (18 years and older) in the workplace setting, regardless of sex, gender, race, ethnicity, or employment status. It will take 8-12 minutes to complete.
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