The Society for Women's Health Research (SWHR) is dedicated to advancing women’s health through science, policy, and education. Follow/RT does not = endorsement

Washington, DC
Joined November 2009
This week, @HHSGov announced updates to its National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias, with a focus on earlier detection and intervention for the disease, and four new goals. Read the full update from HHS: hhs.gov/press-room/hhs-unvei…
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SWHR CEO Kathryn Schubert spoke with @USATODAY this week about the new executive order on women's health. "We're seeing both sides come together and want to make this change and close this [women's health] gap," she said. Read more: ow.ly/ohN050ZZV4T @k8eschubert
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The #postpartum period can be difficult, especially when facing grief and trauma from loss. This #PregnancyAndInfantLossAwarenessMonth, remember you are not alone in your #MaternalHealth journey. 🩷 Explore SWHR’s resources: swhr.org/health_focus_area/m… #SWHRtalksMaternalHealth
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High blood pressure, or #hypertension, is a major risk factor for #HeartDisease, yet fewer than 1 in 4 women with hypertension have it under control. This #NWBPAW, @womenshealth encourages women to make heart healthy habits part of everyday life: womenshealth.gov/nwbpaw/focu….
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In its coverage of the new executive order on women's health, @nytimes references the National Strategy to Close the Women's Health Gap from SWHR, @acog, and the Women First Research Coalition. Read the full article: ow.ly/CEzP50ZZPXL #FundWomensHealth
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Did you hear? We have a new chapter in our Savvy and 65 Medicare Guide! Check out the Women and Obesity chapter, created by SWHR and @HealthyWomen to make Medicare a little easier to understand. Explore the guide: ow.ly/Q3TF50ZY1Kg #SWHRtalksObesity
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Happening now! Follow along with #SWHRtalksMaternalHealth
Happening today, Oct 20! Don't miss the #SWHRtalksMaternalHealth fireside chat. Register now: swhr.org/event/managing-ment… @CVSHealth
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You are not alone. If you need support, reach out to Postpartum Support International at 1-800-944-4773 and postpartum.net National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA  (1-833-852-6262), 24/7 Voice, text, chat
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Stay connected to SWHR as we explore more maternal health topics. #SWHRtalksMaternalHealth Download the Journey to Motherhood Guide today: swhr.org/resources/journey-t…
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