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The Society for Women's Health Research (SWHR) is dedicated to advancing women’s health through science, policy, and education. Learn more at swhr.org. Follow/Repost does not equal endorsement.

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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 23h
October is #NationalPhysicalTherapyMonth! This fall, watch the new SWHR video resource “Physical Therapy for Women Across Every Life Stage,” featuring Lauren Johnson with the American Physical Therapy Association: swhr.org/resources/physical-therapy…
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
For Years, We’ve Been Told Talking About Menopause at Work Will Fix the Problem. New Evidence Shows It Won’t. A national study from SWHR and The Fuchsia Tent finds nearly 50% of symptomatic women say they are comfortable telling HR about menopause, but only 6% have: ow.ly/2u7F50ZRs08
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
New report on #menopause at work! Menopause has moved from taboo to trending in the world of workplace benefits. Read the "Menopause at Work: From Echo Chamber to Mainstream Practice" report by SWHR and The Fuchsia Tent: ow.ly/UbLw50ZRssU #SWHRtalksMenopause #MenopauseAwarenessMonth
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
On Sept 29, supporters of the National Strategy went to Congress to amplify the call for a bold, strategic investment of $20B over 10 years into women’s health. In meetings, participants shared the need for this coordinated federal strategy: ow.ly/HNfP50ZT4lL #WomensHealthMoonshot
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Are you a videographer or part of video team? SWHR has an open Request for Proposal #RFP for support of an upcoming video project. Read the full RFP and submit today: swhr.org/about/job-opportunities All proposals are due October 19, 2026.
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
🎙️ It’s #InternationalPodcastDay! Listen to the “Unstable Vitals” podcast where SWHR President & CEO Kathryn Schubert joins hosts Dr. Adam Brown and Dr. Lara Zibners to discuss closing the #WomensHealth #research gap on Capitol Hill: www.buzzsprout.com/2465655/episodes…
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The Women's Health Funding Gap: Why Nobody Opposes It but Nothing Gets Done with Kathryn Schubert - Unstable Vitals
Endometriosis affects as many women as diabetes. Diabetes research gets $1 billion a year from NIH. Endometriosis gets $28 million. That kind of gap doesn't exist because people are against women's health research, it exists because it hasn't been...
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Maria Shriver launched the Brain Health Matters campaign to share an important message: You are not powerless again #AlzheimersDisease. There are proactive steps you can take today to support your #BrainHealth. Learn more: ow.ly/wXyI50ZSmG7
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Maria Shriver: Women Face Nearly Twice the Risk of Alzheimer’s
Journalist and author Maria Shriver wants people, particularly women, to start thinking about Alzheimer’s risk long before symptoms appear. Here’s why she’s sharing what she’s learned about reducing dementia risk and the steps she takes to protect her brain health.
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
This #WomensHealthFitnessDay, ask yourself: How does staying active support your overall health? On the Champions of Active Women Podcast, SWHR's Sarah Chew shares how physical activity helps her build confidence and agency over her health. Listen now: ow.ly/FKaj50ZOVmM
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Champions of Active Women: 118 - Sarah Chew, Science Programs Manager, Society for Women’s Health Research
Sarah Chew is a Science Programs Manager at the Society for Women’s Health Research, where she helps plan and execute a range of science programs, while supporting strategic planning and communications efforts across the organization. With a diverse background in public health, Chew has experience in non-profits, city government, and health insurance. She previously served as Special Assistant to the Assistant Commissioner in the Bureau of Vital Statistics at the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, where she provided strategic support and project management for bureau...
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
"We're standing on the shoulders of those who came before us to make our voices collectively so loud that policymakers can't ignore it anymore. We have to make [women's health] a national priority," said SWHR CEO Katie Schubert on the Healthful with Norah O'Donnell podcast: ow.ly/J1KX50ZT9T5
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
On the Scripted for Her podcast SWHR’s Sarah Chew, MPH, joins host Natalie DiPietro Mager, PharmD, PhD, to discuss the systemic and trial design barriers women face in #ClinicalTrials. 🔉 This #InternationalPodcastDay, listen to the conversation: ow.ly/jwOs50ZOVxH
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Scripted for Her: Pharmacists Advocating for Women’s Health Research | Drug Topics
In this episode, Natalie DiPietro Mager, PharmD, PhD, meets with Sarah Chew, MPH, to discuss the pharmacist’s role in advancing women’s health research.
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
SWHR is featuring Clinical Advisory Board member Dr. Kate Wolin today for #NationalWomensHealthAndFitnessDay, September 30. Dr. Wolin is a Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine. Learn more about the SWHR Clinical Advisory Board at swhr.org/about/clinical-advisory-bo…
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
💬 It’s #InternationalPodcastDay, Sept 30! Advancing #WomensHealth starts with a conversation. Listen to one of SWHR’s podcast interviews today. On the "Business of the V” podcast, SWHR CEO Kathryn Schubert discusses the Society’s work with hosts Alyssa and Rachel: swhr.org/about/newsroom/
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
#WorldHeartDay Nearly 40% of Asian American women are living with cardiovascular disease (CVD) , including coronary artery disease, heart failure and stroke. Read more in Healio ow.ly/C4y550ZSSCi
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World Heart Day: Spotlight on CVD in Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders
On this World Heart Day, it is important to highlight the need to address CVD among Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders.Over half of Asian American men and nearly 40% of Asian American women are living with CVD, including coronary artery disease, heart failure and stroke. Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders also experience disproportionately high rates of
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
SWHR, American Heart Association, and WomenHeart, thank U.S. Senator Gary Peters and Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith for introducing a resolution to recognize September 2026 as #NationalCholesterolEducationMonth. Read the letter: ow.ly/fWob50ZQA0R
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Los cambios en tu estilo de vida pueden ayudarte a mejorar tu salud cardíaca. ¡Descubre hoy mismo cuál es tu riesgo de tener el colesterol alto consultando nuestros recursos! swhr.org/resources/read-my-lips-esp… #ReadMyLips #SWHRtalksHeart #WorldHeartDay
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Today is #WorldHeartDay. ❤️ Did you know, heart disease can appear differently in men and women? "Signs and symptoms of heart attacks, stoke, ecetera, are all different in women than men," says SWHR CEO Kathryn Schubert. This is why SWHR created #ReadMyLips: swhr.org/read-my-lips. #SWHRtalksHeart
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
We’re on Capitol Hill today with ACOG and the the Women's First Research Coalition to tell Congress about the National Strategy and the need to put $20 billion over 10 years towards women's health research. It's time for a #WomensHealthMoonshot. Read more: swhr.org/nationalstrategy.
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
This #WorldHeartDay, September 29, SWHR caught up with Clinical Advisory Board member Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum to chat about women's heart health. #SWHRtalksHeart Learn more about the SWHR Clinical Advisory Board at swhr.org/about/clinical-advisory-bo…
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
SWHR is seeking a motivated and responsible Programs Intern to support our team this fall. This role is ideal for an undergraduate student interested in women’s health, public health, biomedical research, or health advocacy. Apply today! swhr.org/about/job-opportunities
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
“Be specific about your symptoms and how they affect you. Ask direct questions to your providers like, ‘What else could this be?’ or ‘Am I receiving the standard treatment?’” said SWHR's Syreen Goulmamine in a new article from Prevention. Read the article in our newsroom: ow.ly/LShQ50ZRAaa
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Ya conoces tus objetivos. ¿Pero conoces tus lípidos? Un panel de lípidos puede detectar el colesterol alto y ayudarte a cuidar la salud de tu corazón. swhr.org/resources/read-my-lips-esp… #ReadMyLips #SWHRtalksHeart
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Happening tomorrow! Tune in for the #SWHRtalksObesity webinar "Sex and Gender Differences in Obesity" to learn more about how obesity uniquely impacts women: swhr.org/event/sex-and-gender-diffe…
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
80% of women experience #menopause symptoms, with women of color more likely to experience them earlier, longer, and more severely. Explore the menopause care guide today: ow.ly/S9Rf50ZJo9R. #SWHRtalksMenopause #HealthyAgingMonth #PerimenopauseAwarenessMonth Stay informed. Age well. 🩷
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Tu corazón habla. Tus lípidos también. Es hora de #ReadMyLips - #LeeTusLipidos - para saber si tienes colesterol alto. Aprende cómo una prueba sencilla puede darte información útil para cuidar tu corazón. swhr.org/resources/read-my-lips-esp… #ReadMyLips #SWHRtalksHeart
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
How can you stay heart healthy on Medicare? The Savvy and 65 Guide explains cardiovascular risk factors, lifestyle tips for a healthy heart, and how to get the care through Medicare. Check it out for #HealthyAgingMonth: bit.ly/4y9ZQcY @HealthyWomen #SWHRtalksHeartHealth
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
SWHR is thrilled to be at the WHH Washington, D.C. Summit this fall, on October 7! Join 200+ leaders including SWHR CEO Kathryn Schubert and SWHR Associate Director of Research Translation & Programs Syreen Goulmamine learn more about the policies impacting women’s health: ow.ly/z6xR50ZQff4
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
1 in 17 women will develop #LungCancer in her lifetime. Do you know your #diagnostics and screening options? This #WorldLungDay, explore SWHR’s fact sheet about the different tests used to diagnose lung cancer: ow.ly/UVp450ZQkeK. #SWHRtalksCancer #SWHRtalksDiagnostics
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Es hora de #ReadMyLips! We loved to see everyone at the 2026 CHCI Leadership Conference showing up for women's heart health and joining us to #ReadMyLips! Learn more about knowing your cholesterol numbers and lipid panel results by checking out swhr.org/readmylips.
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
#MaternalMentalHealth conditions are the most common complication of #pregnancy. Join SWHR and CVS Health next month for a fireside chat on #MentalHealth during the #MaternalHealth journey. Register now: ow.ly/L2rm50ZOuJM #SWHRtalksMaternalHealth
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
SWHR hosted the “Sex and Gender Differences in Migraine” roundtable with researchers, health care providers, and patient advocates, to examine the state of migraine research and care for women. #SWHRtalksMigraine Read more about the roundtable at ow.ly/R2ZF50ZR3js
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
This #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth, explore SWHR’s resources translated to Spanish! For example, the teen endometriosis toolkit in Spanish includes information on diagnosis and treatment for teens, including a health worksheet: ow.ly/p6it50ZOVjf #SWHRtalksEndometriosis
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
We're counting down the days until #MenopauseAwarenessMonth and the release of our "Menopause at Work: From Echo Chamber to Mainstream Practice" report with The Fuchsia Tent LLC. Stay tuned on SWHR channels for more soon! #SWHRtalksMenopause
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
"We often hear about “breaking barriers” in women’s health. But what does it take to break them—and what could be possible if we make significant investment in women’s health," SWHR writes in a new blog, co-authored with the Women First Research Coalition and ACOG: ow.ly/F4fo50ZPK76
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From Barriers to Breakthroughs in Women’s Health
For decades, gaps in research, funding, and policy have limited progress in women’s health. As momentum grows, a new National Strategy offers a roadmap to transform how we study, prioritize, and improve women’s health across the lifespan.
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Dormir mejor y mantenerte activa son cambios en el estilo de vida que pueden ayudar a reducir tu colesterol y cuidar la salud de tu corazón. Aprende más: swhr.org/resources/read-my-lips-esp… #ReadMyLips #SWHRtalksHeart
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
This #WorldNarcolepsyDay on Sept 22, read about SWHR’s #narcolepsy & family building working group. Hear perspectives from researchers, health care providers, and patient advocates on the blog: ow.ly/SLIy50ZOv1M. #SWHRtalksSleep
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Today, Sept 22, is U.S. #FallsPreventionAwarenessDay, part of National #FallsPreventionWeek. Initial bone fractures are associated with an 86% increased risk of another fracture. Learn tips for preventing fractures from SWHR: ow.ly/4ObO50ZGw77 #SWHRtalksBoneHealth
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
SWHR is alarmed by recent reports that the president is preparing an executive order to establish a committee with authority to review and determine which NIH grants receive funding. Read the full statement on the reported move to establish a review board for NIH Grants: ow.ly/xBCy50ZPQlA
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Will you be attending the National Conference on Women’s Health & Sex Differences Research, hosted by the Ludeman Family Center for Women’s Health Research this October? SWHR is excited to have Madelyn Adams and Syreen Goulmamine at this event: ow.ly/CNVX50ZwKKf
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Sept 21 is #WorldAlzheimersDay, part of #WorldAlzheimersMonth, a time to recognize the disproportionate impact of #AlzheimersDisease on women as both patients and caregivers. Explore SWHR’s library of FREE brain health resources: ow.ly/2Qwu50ZPP3s. #SWHRtalksAlzheimers #HealthyAgingMonth
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Happening next week! Have you registered for the #SWHRtalksObesity webinar "Sex and Gender Differences in Obesity"? This webinar aims to teach researchers and health care providers more about obesity uniquely impacts women: ow.ly/SkSr50ZC5qa
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
It’s #AlopeciaAreataAwarenessMonth #AAAM. While there is no cure for #AlopeciaAreata, treatment options can help manage symptoms and support quality of life. Learn more in SWHR’s fact sheet: ow.ly/ejTN50ZOVc6. #SWHRtalksAutoimmune
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
#HealthyAgingMonth may be in Sept, but healthy aging is a lifelong journey. DYK? Women often experience delayed diagnoses for #HeartDisease. This #NationalCholesterolEducationMonth, learn more: ow.ly/8JBt50ZJo12. #SWHRtalksHeart #ReadMyLips Protect your heart. Age well. ❤️
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
September is #SickleCellAwarenessMonth. #SickleCellDisease is a #RareDisease impacting 100K people in the US. Read SWHR’s blog to learn about rare disease research and hear working group member Maia Lang share her experience with sickle cell disease: ow.ly/g41V50ZOuzn. #SWHRtalksRareDisease
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
September is #WorldPerimenopauseMonth. Menopause is a hot topic! Are you ready to start the #menopause conversation with friends & at work? Download the “Supporting the Menopause Journey in the Workplace” Poster from SWHR today! ow.ly/Fv4V50QYWTv #SWHRtalksMenopause
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Your brain is the control center of your body, so it’s essential to take special care of it as you age. Read the Brain Health chapter of our Medicare Guide: bit.ly/3SwzJOe HealthyWomen #SWHRtalksAlzheimers #HealthAgingMonth
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
SWHR submitted a comment to CMS on its CY2027 Physician Fee Schedule. In the comment, SWHR encourages CMS to incorporate a sex-informed, lifespan approach into policy and reimbursement development and implementation. Read more: ow.ly/2fxS50ZNsT5
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
SWHR is celebrating National #WomenInMedicineDay. Look across SWHR, at our staff, partners, and board — some of whom are pictured here — and you’ll find women making a difference. To the women across SWHR and beyond in medicine, we see you and we celebrate you! Women in Medicine
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Help SWHR and Women in Medicine celebrate National #WomenInMedicineDay this Sept 17! Women are making a difference across medicine every day — improving care, advancing research, educating the next generation, leading orgs, and strengthening systems. Join the conversation: ow.ly/jBwM50ZGIBF
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
"Women are so often expected to care for everyone else. Living with obesity has reinforced for me that women also deserve the time, resources, support, and quality care necessary to care for themselves," said Michele Tedder on the blog: ow.ly/FU8z50ZOq68 #SWHRtalksObesity
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The Society for Women's Health Research @swhr.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
¡Únete a la conversación y apoya la salud cardiovascular de las mujeres! Utiliza este recurso para redes sociales de SWHR para ayudar a las mujeres reconocer sus factores de riesgo de enfermedad cardíaca. ¡Súmate! #ReadMyLips #LeeTusLipidos ow.ly/pzl650ZINOy
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