Policy Engagement

Throughout the year, SWHR champions policies to promote the health of women across the lifespan and advance equity in health outcomes. The Society achieves this by translating the scientific evidence base into policies and practices that reduce disparities and improve the health of women; acting as a source of expert guidance to policymakers; and pushing for the improved inclusion and representation of women from diverse backgrounds across all levels of science.

Policy Resources

Resources focused on policy needs and opportunities across areas in women’s health

Statements and Press Releases

Communications from SWHR on women’s health news and policy matters

Regulatory Policy

SWHR’s responses to Requests for Information/Comment from various federal departments or agencies

Testimony and Correspondence

Letters to Congress and the Administration about issues with the potential to impact women’s health

Latest Policy Updates

Guides & Toolkits

Menopause Advocacy Toolkit

 Policy Engagement

SWHR Recognizes the Resolution Designating September 2026 “National Cholesterol Education Month”

SWHR, the American Heart Association, and WomenHeart, thank Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) and Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) for introducing a...

 Policy Engagement

SWHR Submits Comment to CMS for the CY2027 Physician Fee Schedule

The Society for Women’s Health Research (SWHR) submitted a comment to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on...

 Policy Engagement

SWHR Submits Response to OMB Proposed Rule on Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance

SWHR submitted comments to the Office of Management and Budget on its proposed rule, Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance.

 Policy Engagement

SWHR Submits Comment for HHS Request on Chronic Disease of Addiction

SWHR submitted a comment to the HHS Request for Comment on Chronic Disease of Addiction, emphasizing the need for sex-...

 Policy Engagement

SWHR Submits Outside Witness Testimony to Senate on FY 2027 Appropriations

SWHR submitted outside witness testimony to the Senate Labor-HHS Appropriations Subcommittee outlining its FY 2027 funding requests.

 Policy Engagement

SWHR Submits Outside Witness Testimony to House on FY 2027 Appropriations

SWHR submitted outside witness testimony to the House Labor-HHS Appropriations Subcommittee outlining its FY 2027 funding requests.

 Policy Engagement

SWHR Submits Request for Information on the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Clinical Care

 Webinars & Videos

Advocating for Women’s Health Research 101

 Webinars & Videos

Overcoming Barriers to Women’s Participation in Clinical Research