Women's Health Access Matters

The White House Conference on Women’s Health Research marked a year of remarkable strides. From the launch of the first-ever White House Initiative to President Biden’s Executive Order prioritizing funding, we are in a transformative moment that impacts us all. But this is more than a moment—it’s undeniable momentum. Investing in women’s health means unlocking innovation, driving economic growth, and building a healthier future for everyone. Thank you to Dr. Jill Biden, Jennifer Klein, Esther Krofah, Carolyn M. Mazure, and the Milken Institute for a powerful day etched in our memories. At WHAM, we’re leading the charge to demonstrate the business case for investing in the health of women through research, data, and collaboration. In just a few weeks, at the JPMorgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco, we'll unveil the undeniable ROI and transformative potential of focusing on women’s health investment when we share the data from our new report. Let's continue to push boundaries, harness this momentum, and drive lasting change for all. Women's Health Access Matters Johanna Grossman, PhD Lisa Mosconi Maria Shriver Lucy Perez Jessica J. Federer Tamsen Fadal Ashlie Tyler Elizabeth Garner Elizabeth Bailey Elizabeth Comen, MD Sharon Kedar, CFA Liz Powell Harlan Krumholz Stacey E. Rosen, MD, FAHA Katz Institute for Women's Health Jyoti Gupta Nancy Brown Stephanie Sassman Emily Serazin Kathryn Godburn Schubert Celina Gorre Ayodola Anise Seema Kumar Diana Slowiejko Insight Partners L Catterton Lightstone Ventures Northpond Ventures RA Capital Management UPMC Enterprises Alexandra Lundin Erin Lambroza Christina K. Isacson Ph.D. Anna Mamo, MS, MBA

NASEM Committee Report now out: A New Vision for Women’s Health Research https://lnkd.in/e9EaBtri WHAM is pleased to have contributed through presentation to the Committee and comments. Glad to see attention to the need for increased funding and very glad to see recognition that funding alone is not enough. WHAM #3Not30 goal: Increase Funding – and private investment is needed to build on federal funding. Other points to note: Inclusion does not equal knowledge. We need to power studies for comparisons by sex along with continuing to ensure women and men are appropriately included in clinical research. Recommendations meet the moment given that attention to the health of women has lagged behind – it will take time to remedy this. People: Attracting and retaining researchers who can conduct this research well and who can review funding applications… And People: Who are we enrolling in studies? How are we meeting the need to enroll more women? Progress has been made but how do we ensure we have the information from the people we need, women and men, to understand clinically meaningful sex differences. Importantly – there is so much we DO NOT KNOW about how women’s bodies work! How to diagnose, how to treat – across all diseases like heart disease and Alzheimer’s. WHAM #3Not30 goal 2: Improve Diversity and Access to Clinical Trials. Women's Health Access Matters Accountability: Are we doing what’s needed to advance knowledge about the health of women? There are good policies (SABV!) and good initiatives underway. Are we all – researchers, funders, publishers – doing what must be done? WHAM #3Not30 goal 3: ACCOUNTABILITY. Also – MINE THE DATA – let’s check that we are making progress on these actions!

🚀 WHAM (Women's Health Access Matters) has announced the launch of the WHAM Investment Collaborative, bringing together multibillion-dollar funds to accelerate innovation in women’s health. The initiative aims to address the significant funding gap in women’s health, where women-founded companies currently receive only 2% of venture capital funding. 💰 💬 "This is a largely untapped market with tremendous potential for return. By accelerating innovation in women’s health, we can unlock significant economic and health benefits—not just for women, but for everyone. The WHAM Investment Collaborative goes beyond closing the funding gap; it’s about driving solutions that will transform healthcare.” Carolee Lee, Founder & CEO of WHAM #femtech #womenshealth #womenshealthinnovation #healthcare #healthtech #womenshealthresearch #biotech #pharma #investor #venturecapital #privateequity #femalefounders #femhealth #ecosystem Insight Partners L Catterton Lightstone Ventures Northpond Ventures RA Capital Management UPMC Enterprises

💡Building a Vision for the Future of Women’s Health💡 The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) just released a groundbreaking report: "A New Vision for Women’s Health Research: Transformative Change at the National Institutes of Health." WHAM is proud to have contributed to this powerful analysis by presenting to the Committee and providing comments. 📊 Key Findings: • Women’s health research remains severely underfunded across all NIH institutes and centers.  • Diseases that exclusively affect women are low on the funding priority list. • Addressing both financial and structural barriers in women’s health research is essential for progress. This report offers a clear path for change—and WHAM is proud to champion the urgency and opportunity of prioritizing women’s health. With bold action, we can unlock transformative investments to improve health and economic outcomes for all. 🔗Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/eVdJEtrg #WomensHealth #NIH #DataGap #WomensHealthResearch #WomensHealthData #WHAMNow #3Not30

We are excited to announce the launch of The WHAM Investment Collaborative—a groundbreaking initiative uniting leaders from across the investment landscape to develop actionable strategies to increase investment in the health of women. The founding members of The WHAM Investment Collaborative bring unparalleled expertise from some of the world’s most influential organizations: Insight Partners represented by Alexandra Lundin; L Catterton, by Erin Lambroza; Lightstone Ventures; Northpond Ventures, by Sharon Kedar, CFA; RA Capital Management; and UPMC Enterprises, by Anna Mamo, MS, MBA. This Collaborative aims to drive transformative change by creating strategies for increased investment, addressing information gaps, and amplifying innovative funding mechanisms globally. With the support of these multibillion-dollar firms, we are poised to make a significant impact on women's health. Join us as we work towards our ambitious #3Not30 goals to accelerate investment in sex-based research and innovation. Together, we can revolutionize the landscape for women's health investments. Read more in our press release here: https://lnkd.in/efuBZDk4 #WomensHealth #InvestmentInHealth #VentureCapital #Innovation #WHAMNow #3Not30 #HealthInvestment

The Future of Health Innovation Starts Here! Join us at the WHAM Virtual Roundtable tomorrow to uncover high-impact opportunities in women’s health investment. The women’s health sector is primed for transformative growth, offering breakthroughs that not only improve lives but also deliver exceptional financial returns. This is your chance to be part of a high-growth movement addressing critical health needs and unlocking substantial economic potential.   💡 Why Attend? • Discover new opportunities in a fast-growing health innovation sector • Gain strategic insights to maximize financial returns while driving meaningful advancements • Engage with top leaders from health innovation, venture capital, and private investment   📅 Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024 ⏰ Time: 1:00-2:00 pm ET 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/eYJTrss2   Don’t miss this dynamic discussion that highlights actionable strategies to fast-track innovation, drive investment, and unlock substantial economic and societal benefits for all. Jessica J. Federer, Oriana Papin-Zoghbi, AOA Dx, Alexandra Lundin, Insight Partners, Alice Zheng, Foreground Capital

💡 What does it take to fundraise for groundbreaking healthcare innovation? Oriana Papin-Zoghbi, CEO & Co-Founder of AOA Dx, is on a mission to revolutionize cancer detection. After raising over $22 million for her company’s early detection technology, she’s now setting her sights on an additional $30 million to bring this transformative product to market. Yet, the path ahead is not without its challenges—a reality faced by many founders driving innovation in women's healthcare. Why this matters: • Early detection saves lives and reduces costs: Identifying cancers earlier improves survival rates, transforms outcomes, and significantly lowers long-term healthcare expenses across the board. • An untapped market opportunity: Only 2% of healthcare venture funding supports women’s health innovations, despite the immense growth potential and societal benefits in this space.  • Proof of concept: Companies like AOA Dx demonstrate that innovations often categorized as "women's health" deliver broad healthcare benefits, paving the way for applications across many types of cancers. Oriana’s journey highlights the immense societal and economic potential of investing in early detection and innovation. Yet her story also underscores the pressing need to bridge funding gaps to unlock the full potential of transformative healthcare solutions. 🎙️ Want to hear more? Join WHAM’s Virtual Roundtable on December 3rd, where Oriana will share her journey and discuss how investing in early detection technologies can reshape the future of healthcare and drive economic growth. 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gXGn52XV #WomensHealth #InvestmentinHealth #WomensHealthInvestment #FemaleEntrepreneurs #Femtech #WomensHealthResearch #VC #VentureCapital #WHAMNow #3Not30

🔍 Discover High-Impact Investment Opportunities in Health Innovation at the WHAM Virtual Roundtable! Did you know? Investment in research on women’s health conditions (outside of cancer) is 10X less than in men’s health conditions. At WHAM, we see this as a significant opportunity for growth, innovation, and impact. 💡 Why attend? • Unlock new opportunities in a high-growth health innovation sector • Gain strategic insights to maximize financial returns while driving meaningful advancements • Engage with top leaders from health innovation, venture capital, and private investment 📅 Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024 ⏰ Time: 1:00-2:00 pm ET 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gXGn52XV Join a dynamic discussion that highlights actionable strategies to fast-track innovation, drive investment, and unlock substantial economic and societal benefits. Carolee Lee, Lori Frank, Jessica J. Federer, Alice Zheng, Foreground Capital, Oriana Papin-Zoghbi, AOA Dx, Alexandra Lundin, Insight Partners #WomensHealth #WomensHealthInvestment #FemaleEntrepreneurs #Femtech #WomensHealthResearch #InvestmentinHealth #WHAMNow #3Not30

Did you know women exercise less than men, often due to greater caregiving and household demands? This gap is taking a serious toll on their health. In a recent study, WHAM Research Collaborative member Martha Gulati uncovers the exercise gender gap and explores its far-reaching impacts on women's health and quality of life. 🔎 Key Insights: • Only 33% of women meet weekly aerobic exercise recommendations, compared to 43% of men.   • Women see life-extending benefits from exercise sooner—just 140 minutes per week can reduce their risk of early death by 18%, while men require 300 minutes for the same impact. • Strength training is especially powerful for women, reducing cardiovascular-related death by 30% versus 11% for men. At WHAM, we’re advancing sex-based research to better understand and address critical health disparities. Together, let’s create a healthier future for all. 🔗Read more about this study: https://lnkd.in/gui5aQgF #WomensHealth #ExerciseGaps #Exercise #WomensHealthResearch #SexDifferences #WHAM #3Not30

💡 Investing in the Health of Women The health of women represents an unparalleled opportunity for impact, innovation, and outsized returns—yet it remains an underexplored market. Join us at the WHAM Virtual Roundtable to uncover why this space is transforming health and wealth. 🎙️ Featuring industry leaders and groundbreaking insights 📅 Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024 ⏰ Time: 1:00-2:00 pm ET 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gXGn52XV WHAM is unlocking a brighter future for the health of women, representing over 50% of the population, by providing data that highlights the magnitude of this opportunity. With only 2% of VC funding currently going to companies focused on the health of women, we aim to drive greater investment and accelerate change through data, investment, and innovation. Don’t miss this pivotal discussion! #WomensHealth #InvestmentinHealth #WomensHealthInvestment #FemaleEntrepreneurs #Femtech #WomensHealthResearch #InvestmentinHealth #WHAMNow #3Not30