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Join this great webinar next Thursday on women's health research with experts from Women's Health Access Matters, Society for Women's Health Research (SWHR), and Research!America: Discovery. Innovation. Health.

Did you know that even though women live longer on average, we spend 25% more of our lives in poor health?* The need to improve outcomes for women in healthcare is crucial. How can we all support change in the system? This is the first West Coast event for the bipartisan Women's Health PAC. It is absolutely bipartisan because we believe this is something we all should be able to agree on: 1. We want women to spend most of their lives in good health, not suffering and in pain due to a lack of research and education on women's health. 2. We want women to continue to add to the economy. Improving women's overall health can add at least $1 trillion annually to the global economy by 2040.* 3. We want women to live, not have families affected by losing a loved one due to lack of critical research and education. "Women are 50% more likely to die than men...following a heart attack."** If you are going to be in the Bay Area on September 12 please register and if you want more information about the WHPAC click here https://lnkd.in/gxUzU5qg OR feel free to contact me. Together we can make a difference for women's health. *McKinsey Health Institute Report January 17, 2024 **Women's Health Access Matters The WHAM Report: The Case to Fund Women's Health Research #womenshealth #politics #womenshealthPAC #jointogether #bipartisan

Such an empowering day yesterday surrounded by fellow thought leaders in sexual healthcare. While explaining the story of how and why we have gender gap in healthcare I shared the lack of research, data, education, female leadership, time with patients as barriers to care. I also shared the lack of funding. While we cannot go back in history, we have the power to write a new story. To the investors out there, you have the power to help write that story by writing checks to female founders in healthcare. Looking forward to rewriting a powerful women’s healthcare story together in 2024.

🌟 Jill Biden is announcing $100 million in funding for research and development into women's health! 🌟 Exciting strides are being made in women's health research thanks to a groundbreaking initiative spearheaded by First Lady Jill Biden! 💪💊 With an announcement of $100 million in federal funding, the White House is taking a monumental step forward in prioritizing women's health like never before. Here's what you need to know: 🔬 Historic Investment: Jill Biden is leading the charge with the White House Initiative on Women’s Health Research, securing a remarkable $100 million in federal funding for research and development. This significant investment marks a pivotal moment in advancing women's healthcare and addressing critical gaps in research. 💡 Closing the Gap: For too long, women's health research has been underfunded and overlooked. With this initiative, the Biden administration is committed to changing the narrative by prioritizing women's health and accelerating new ideas to improve healthcare outcomes for women across the country. 👩⚕️ Putting Women First: Jill Biden's vision is clear: to build a healthcare system that centers on women's lived experiences, where no woman is dismissed or overlooked. By amplifying women's voices and experiences, we can create a healthcare system that empowers women to lead long, healthy, and happy lives. 🌐 A Unified Effort: President Joe Biden's creation of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health underscores his commitment to advancing solutions to health issues. With the ARPA-H Sprint for Women’s Health, groundbreaking research and development will pave the way for transformative advancements in women's healthcare. 🚀 Looking Ahead: In the coming weeks, the ARPA-H will solicit groundbreaking ideas for research and development aimed at addressing women's health. This collaborative effort, led by Jill Biden and the White House Gender Policy Council, is poised to revolutionize the landscape of women's healthcare for generations to come. Join us in celebrating this historic milestone in women's health research! 🎉 Together, we can build a future where every woman has access to the care and resources she needs to thrive. 💖 #WomensHealth #ResearchForHer #HealthcareForAll #JillBiden #BidenAdministration

In #Boston #femalefounders raise <1% of #VC funding, lower than the already low national average of <2%. Boston is 30-50% less friendly or supportive to #womeninentrepreneurship. I think about if I should curate my feed to “sanitize” it of any “politics” to avoid triggering some #investor. What if my saying “as a #pediatrician I care about babies, #humanrights, and rule of law” is a threat to my getting funded? If already the odds are against me, can I not “afford” ethics, authenticity, values, integrity? Thing is, my #startup in #womenshealth is innately political, especially post-#Roe. It is not another wellness app or #wearable only for privileged women, but addresses #healthjustice to include #BIPOC & #WOC. I am all for wearables too. I want to decrease the #digitaldivide to increase access to wearables and #digitalhealth, #personalizedmedicine. So if my authentic values as a #founder and #femalefounder makes mine not a fundable #venture, so be it. If I need to totally abandon my core values to “make it” as an #entrepreneur, then I would rather lose/suppress my voice for a well-paid corporate job with a 401K match, robust healthcare benefits and a wellness plan, and longterm disability benefits. Frankly, I do not believe being pro-justice is not fundable. Our first #angelinvestor found me, not vice versa. The National Science Foundation (NSF) wants us to submit a grant. There *is* a path forward. We have already gotten past certain gates and proven we can deliver consistent results on hard things. We have already de-risked ourselves in certain ways in the last year. Also, there are other paths than just institutional funding. With a compelling story and my grassroots organizing skills, we can be funded by a lot of small checks too. Am I aiming to be in the 0.5% or 0.1% or 0.01%? Yes. I have channeled my deep anger and anguish - at the destruction of American #publichealth and the slide of American women’s health into the Dark Ages and even my mother’s passing of #COVID - towards achieving hard things: like launching a venture to improve the health and well-being of women in America, including WOC, including women like me or like my late mother. A savvy investor knows that I am exactly the founder to fund. I am stubborn, think and act fast, attract good people to my team, and feel this pain - as an American woman and public health expert - personally and deeply.

We recently talked with Liz Powell from G2G Consulting, which sparked a deeper reflection on women's health. It's clear that we need to amplify our efforts to secure bipartisan support for these issues. This isn't just about politics—it's about creating tangible changes that genuinely matter. Understanding where our representatives stand on women's health is crucial. It equips us to advocate for the right changes and underscores the importance of support from both sides of the aisle. We need everyone to join in, especially beyond the usual debates. Raising awareness and securing funding can lead to significant improvements. Consider issues like maternal mortality and health disparities—these are urgent problems that demand our immediate attention. Engaging in events and community outreach is an excellent way to connect and push for change. We should be asking candidates tough questions about their policies on women's health. It's our way of holding them accountable and ensuring these issues remain at the forefront. These efforts transcend mere advocacy; they're about making a real difference. Women's health is a concern for all of us; together, we can drive meaningful change. Your thoughts and actions can make a difference. How do you think we can push women's health advocacy forward? Let's share ideas and inspire action. ＃WomensHealth ＃Advocacy ＃HealthcarePolicy ＃BipartisanSupport

🎧 Improving Health Outcomes Through Diversity with Andrea Henderson, SPHR, CIR, RACR Andrea Henderson and Julie uncover: • The need for diverse clinicians and medical professionals for the betterment of everyone’s health. • Tithing one’s time and giving back to the community. • Making investing more accessible to women hoping to help find solutions with limited resources. • The importance of aligning one’s actions with their values. ⬇ Tag a colleague who would be interested in this topic ⬇ #boarddiversity #executivewomen #howwomenlead #howwomeninspire #howwomeninvest https://lnkd.in/efq2uqhY

🌟 #Radical Fridays Read 🌟 How do we close the gaps in women's health and funding? Women-founded startups received only 2% of VC funding in 2023, despite delivering 35% higher ROI than men-led companies. Additionally, women treated by female doctors experience better health outcomes. Anastasiya Markvarde, who spoke on our panel, delves into these critical issues. Discover how bridging funding gaps can improve healthcare outcomes for women and drive innovation in the industry. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gACJMMWg #radicalhealth #WomensHealth #HealthEquity #HealthcareInnovation

Investing in women's health research is not just a necessity but an imperative for the well-being of our society. Our Co-Founder and CEO Alicia Chong Rodriguez was honored to be at the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) and The White House event where First Lady Jill Biden announced the commitment of $100 million to fund life changing research. These funds will undoubtedly catalyze innovative breakthroughs, fostering advancements that will benefit women across the globe. Let's spread the word, advocate for sustained funding, and ensure that the momentum created by this commitment paves the way for even more groundbreaking discoveries in women's health research. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the well-being of generations to come. #WomensHealth #WomensHistoryMonth #Research #GovernmentFunding #ARPAH #JillBiden #HealthcareInnovation

Read how public health departments can enhance their workforce through understanding in-house skills, promoting inclusion, and more on #Insights2Action by Deloitte.