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Come along to our webinar celebrating International Women's day next Month!

On the heels of our $10 million Pledge to close the gender research gap and improve access to maternal care, our newest campaign invites women to Live in a Perelel Universe: where women's health is treated and funded equitably. With the help of actress and women’s health advocate Mandy Moore, we’re bringing sharp visibility to just how much women’s bodies have been under-researched and overlooked for decades—and we hope you’ll join us in advocating for meaningful change. And we have our work cut out for us: -The National Institutes of Health (NIH) currently allocates just 10.8% of its annual funding to the study of women’s health. -From 1977 to 1993, women of “childbearing potential” were omitted from clinical studies. It would take years for inclusion to start to improve. -Even now, common conditions like endometriosis and fibroids have significantly less funding behind them than less common, male-centered conditions. Through this campaign, we’re calling on Congress to allocate more NIH funding to women’s health ahead of the 2025 budget deadline on 9/30. From the very beginning, creating a world with more healthy, supported women has been absolutely core to Perelel's brand mission—and the fight for equitable care is something we can all agree on. Ready to sign our petition? Click the link to get started.

In this interview with Deb Loxton, we delve into the motivations behind the establishment of the Women's Health Research, Translation and Impact Network, exploring its objectives to support women in research and bridge the gaps between policy and practice. Deb discusses her role, and some of the network’s successes. Discover more about the network here https://lnkd.in/g8N9P2Zk

International Women's Day is a moment to celebrate the incredible strides women have made, both historically and in the present. The recent The White House initiative focusing on women's health is a welcome step, recognizing the importance of affordable and accessible healthcare for all women (1). However, significant challenges remain on the path to true gender equity and inclusion. Issues like access to In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and the potential overturning of Roe v. Wade highlight the ongoing fight for women's reproductive rights (2). Internationally, women face a multitude of hardships. Period poverty affects millions, denying them basic sanitary hygiene products (3). Early pregnancies often derail educational opportunities, trapping women in a cycle of poverty (4). Intimate partner violence continues to plague women globally, leaving them physically and emotionally scarred, and sinking them further into poverty (5). Maternal mortality rates, especially among Black women in the US, remain unacceptably high, often due to preventable health issues and implicit bias in healthcare systems (6). The corporate world is another arena demanding change. Women continue to struggle for equal footing on the corporate ladder, facing underrepresentation in leadership positions and persistent pay gaps (7). International Women's Day serves as a powerful reminder of the work still needed. We must celebrate the progress made while amplifying the voices of those facing ongoing challenges. Let's use this day to recommit ourselves to building a world where all women, regardless of background or circumstance, have the opportunity to thrive. Source 1. https://lnkd.in/gPcbBGBg 2. https://lnkd.in/gB4JKwn8 3. https://lnkd.in/gePs3YgT 4. https://lnkd.in/g2488HCH 5. https://lnkd.in/gjZwewRS 6. https://lnkd.in/gdfY7BbQ 7. https://lnkd.in/gR8eHRz6 #diversityequityinclusion #internationalwomensday2024 #poverty #maternalhealth #intimatepartnerviolence #reproductivejustice #publichealth #womenhealth

This National Women's Health Week, let's shed light on a crucial issue: the lack of advancement in women's health within the medical field. 🩺 It's time to break barriers and ensure that women receive the comprehensive, tailored healthcare they deserve. Together, let's raise awareness, demand equality, and prioritize women's health at every level. 💪 🩸 🎥: Anna Diblosi

Tuesday Tips With Town Plaza Women's Health and Dr. Baldassaro will feature a great deal of information for Moms and partners tomorrow. Learn more about Menorah's Birthing Center here https://bit.ly/3YIIoxE

📢Today's the day! We'll be spotlighting the critical role of women leaders in #globalhealth To combat malaria effectively, we must understand the unique needs of women and girls, whose roles are crucial in shaping interventions.  By designing programs and policies that reflect their realities, we can address specific challenges and enhance the impact of our efforts. Follow the conversation at #WLHatUNGA79 #EndMalaria as we explore how integrating these insights leads to transformative, inclusive solutions. We're ready WomenLift Health - #ReimaginingLeadership together!

This Women's History Month, we're elevating women who work to advance health equity and policy. In a March 2023 Forefront article, Angela Taylor and coauthors recommend establishing FQHCs and community-based doulas as leaders in reducing the impact of climate change on maternal health. Read the full paper: https://bit.ly/3Psd80s

FIGO at 70: A conversation with Dr Sanjay Gupte on reaching the ‘unreached’ From pioneering ethical guidelines to addressing the pressing challenges facing women's health, Dr Sanjay Gupte, former Chair of the FIGO Committee on Ethical and Professional Aspects of Human Reproduction and Women's Health, shares insights that illuminate the path toward a healthier, more equitable world for women, girls and newborns. Read the full interview - https://lnkd.in/e-H533xm #FIGO70