Tag: women_s_health
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NIH ORWH Launches New Postdoctoral Fellowships in Women's Health and Data Science
NIH's ORWH launched two postdoctoral fellowships focusing on women's health, data science, and New Approach Methodologies. Early-career scientists can apply for these training opportunities, with the initial deadline on July 1, 2026.
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ORWH Launches Two New Postdoctoral Fellowships in Women's Health and Data Science
The NIH Office of Research on Women’s Health (ORWH) has introduced two ORISE postdoctoral fellowships focusing on women's health, data science, and New Approach Methodologies, with an initial application deadline of July 1, 2026.
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New Report Examines Alcohol Consumption During Pregnancy in US
A new report on alcohol consumption among pregnant women aged 18-49 in the U.S. from 2021-2024 has been published in the latest weekly report on June 11, 2026.
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Military Women's Health Webinar to Address Sleep Disorders
ORWH and Uniformed Services University will host a webinar on June 11, 2026, focusing on sleep and sleep disorders in military women. Experts Vincent Mysliwiec, MD, and Joshua Bock, PhD, will present their research in this critical area of military…
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Yale Unveils New Women's Health Hub, Breakthrough Fuel Device, and Market Insights
Yale University announces a new collaborative for women's health research, a groundbreaking device that produces methanol using only sunlight, and a study on the rarity of long-term stock market bubbles.
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Penn Study Links GLP-1 Medications to Lower Breast Cancer Risk
A Penn Medicine study suggests GLP-1 medications may reduce breast cancer risk in women aged 45-80. Researchers are intrigued by the drugs' unexpected impact on various pathways associated with cancer development.
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Media Monitor: Melinda French Gates Donates $215 Million to Women's Health
TIME Health reports Melinda French Gates is donating $215 million to women's health through her organization, Pivotal, focusing on overlooked areas like midlife and menopause.
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Media Monitor: Melinda French Gates Donates $215 Million to Women's Health
TIME magazine is reporting that Melinda French Gates is donating $215 million to women's health through her organization, Pivotal. She told TIME the investment is critical for women's power in society.
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Military Women's Health Webinar to Address Sleep Disorders
ORWH and Uniformed Services University will host a webinar on June 11, 2026, focusing on sleep disorders in military women. Featuring Drs. Vincent Mysliwiec and Joshua Bock, the session is part of the Military Women's Health Webinar Series.
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Media Monitor: Washington Post reports on PCOS name change to improve care
The Washington Post is reporting that a proposed name change for PCOS aims to better reflect the condition's scope, potentially improving diagnosis and care for women.
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NIH Roundtable to Address Pelvic Floor Disorders and Recurrent Prolapse
The NIH ORWH will host a virtual roundtable on May 21, 2026, to discuss pelvic floor disorders. Experts will review current treatments, research into recurrent prolapse, and the impact of the Pelvic Floor Disorders Network on women's health.
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Yale Funds Climate Solutions, Unveils Anesthesia Insights, and Addresses Women's Health Myths
Yale University awards over $1.9 million in grants for climate and biodiversity projects, while researchers unveil new insights into brain activity during anesthesia and address women's health myths.
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Arkansas Launches Statewide "Claim Your Care" Campaign to Improve Maternal Health Access
Arkansas has launched the "Claim Your Care" campaign to connect mothers and pregnant women with accessible, affordable healthcare. The statewide initiative utilizes 92 local health units to provide prenatal, postpartum, and nutritional support to improve maternal health outcomes.
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Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders to Make Maternal Health Announcement
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and the state's Department of Health will hold a press conference at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock on Wednesday, May 6, to make an announcement regarding maternal health.
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