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Truly personalized care for women goes beyond physical well-being — it includes a holistic consideration of behavioral health, as well as social and environmental factors. In a recent conversation, Joanne Armstrong, MD, Vice President, Chief Medical Officer, Women's Health and Genomics, CVS Health, spoke with Sreekanth Chaguturu, MD, Executive Vice President, Chief Medical Officer, CVS Health, on the importance of dedicated, focused care for women. By prioritizing accessibility, convenience and affordability, we're not just supporting the health of women, but also their families and communities. Together, we're shaping a future where comprehensive, women-centered care is the norm.

It’s Women’s Health Week, a week dedicated to encouraging women and girls to make health a priority. For too long, women have been left out of scientific and biomedical research, so we’re thrilled to hear about the recent executive order from the White House to advance women’s health research and innovation. The order puts an emphasis on the need for more research about women’s health, especially for women of color, older women and women with disabilities. We know that when there’s more data available, healthcare providers can more confidently and accurately support patients. Learn how Phreesia helps drive more equitable health outcomes: https://bit.ly/3WHCDPT

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 I’m thrilled to share that I’ve just finished a project that’s very close to my heart—a comprehensive Health Disparities Report Card at Integral Care-Austin, TX This report highlights key health disparities across different demographics and regions, aiming to bring attention to areas that need improvement. We analyzed 24 health indicators to provide valuable insights to policymakers, healthcare providers, and the public. The goal is to help everyone make informed decisions and work towards greater health equity. 📊 Some key findings from the report: 1. An in-depth look at health disparities by race, gender, and socioeconomic status. 2. Program level unit comparisons to highlight areas facing significant health challenges. 3. Diagnosis Rate, Disparity Ratios and Disparity Grade for each Health Indicator. I believe this report can make a difference in our journey to ensure everyone has access to quality healthcare, no matter their background. I couldn’t have done this without the incredible support and guidance from my mentor, Brittany Whittington, LMSW. Your insights and encouragement were crucial in bringing this project to life. Thank you so much! 👉 Check out the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gxPPeF8u

Happy Independence Day, Women’s Health community! To me, independence symbolizes change and breaking old patterns. Women’s health has been at the cusp of change with increased federal focus, clinical evidence generation, and interest across the investor community. It is time to reflect on the key initiatives and subsequent progress that we have made so far: 👉🏽 White House initiative on Women’s Health Research - 2024 was the first calendar year when it went into effect 👉🏽Publication from Apple Women’s Health - Study discussing association of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and irregular cycles (early-life and adulthood) with cardiometabolic conditions 👉🏽 Launch of Global Alliance for Women’s Health by World Economic Forum to bridge women’s health gap 👉🏽FDA’s new Guidance on Diversity Action Plans for clinical studies 👉🏽 Nearly 60% increase in FemTech venture capital investments, vs. overall mid-teens increase between 2018 and 2023 👉🏽Introduction of the Menopause Research and Equity Act to Congress, with a clearly defined focus on mid-life women’s health research While we need to accelerate this momentum, it is time to take a pause and celebrate how far we have come along. #femtech #healthequity #clinicalevidence #healthcare #investment #research #evidence #womenshealth

On 21 November 2024, the 14th Global Forum on Health Promotion took place on WHO’s newly launched Global Health Promotion Hub. In her thought-provoking blog, SIR Representative Olga Tzortzatou Nanopoulou, details how experts and advocates explored the role of media in shaping young girls’ mental health—and showcased how digital innovations are transforming maternal healthcare for women worldwide. Learn more about their groundbreaking findings and the call for global collaboration: https://lnkd.in/evCuEvFQ

This November, UConn Health and its Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC)'s Chapter of the Group on Women in Medicine and Science (GWIMS) were applauded for their initiative in growing the field of women's health research. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4fVufT4

Did you know? Joan H. Tisch Center for Women's Health is the largest center for women’s health in New York! Watch Dr. Caren F. Behar and Dr. Sonal Chaudhry discuss the growth and accomplishments of the center below! #NYULangoneHealth

This year's National Minority Health Month theme, Be the Source for Better Health: Improving Health Outcomes Through Our Cultures, Communities, and Connections, is about understanding how the unique environments, cultures, histories, and circumstances (known as social drivers of health, or SDOH) of racial and ethnic minority and AI/AN populations impact their overall health. Take action to improve health and wellbeing by addressing social drivers of health with this NQF resource: https://bit.ly/3wIxn3x

Did you know? Joan H. Tisch Center for Women's Health is the largest center for women’s health in New York! Watch Dr. Caren F. Behar and Dr. Sonal Chaudhry discuss the growth and accomplishments of the center below! #NYULangoneHealth

Did you know? Joan H. Tisch Center for Women's Health is the largest center for women’s health in New York! Watch Dr. Caren F. Behar and Dr. Sonal Chaudhry discuss the growth and accomplishments of the center below! #NYULangoneHealth