WHAMnow

@WHAMnow

Nonprofit funding women's health research in autoimmune, heart, brain, and cancer to transform women's lives.

Non-Governmental & Nonprofit Organization whamnow.orgJoined May 2020

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Lung cancer is still the leading cause of cancer death among women in the United States. Thank you for including us

@WHAMnow

in working to end health disparities for women. >> bit.ly/3PyXaCL #3not30 #LCSM

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Laurie Fenton Ambrose

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Jun 15

I couldn’t agree more. Honored to be a part of such an esteemed group of women. Thank you @WHAMnow! #3not30 twitter.com/janschakowsky/…

#FollowFriday Shout out to 2 of our favorite folks to follow:

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News from immunespace.org collaborators and other #DataScience leaders!

@WHAMnow

Advocating for new funding and research toward #WomensHealth led by LJI BOD member Carolee Lee! #immunology #FF

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MESSAGE (Medical Science Sex & Gender Equity)

@MESSAGE_TGI

Jun 15

"just 3.3% of digital health investment in the U.S. went towards women’s health between 2011 and 2020" . Let's hope that

@WHAMnow

's research on the economic global self harm associated with not meeting women's specific health needs triggers significant change.

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Femtech Insider

@femtechinsider

Jun 13

"A $300 million investment into improving female health could generate around $13 billion for the global economy, according to nonprofit @WHAMnow." #womenshealth #ecosystem cnbc.com/2023/06/12/a-s

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Thank U fearless leaders Sen Mikulski, Amb Morella, Dr V Pinn,

@SpeakerPelosi

@janschakowsky

for steadfast commitment to #womenshealth. Great

@WHAMnow

event! Much progress in 30 yrs since #NIH Revitalization Act yet more work 2 be done, together. #womenshealthresearch #3not30

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@WHAMnow

Jun 15

It was an honor to have you join us, Rep.

@janschakowsky

. Thank you for all you do to advance the health of women. Together, we can create a change in #3not30!

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Jan Schakowsky

@janschakowsky

Jun 14

We have come a long way, but there is still more work to be done to guarantee health equity for all. It was great to join @WHAMnow, @SpeakerPelosi, and so many other health care champions, including Northwestern’s own, @NikiWoitowich, who are fighting for change. #3not30

I had the pleasure of joining some of the most formidable women in Congress to commemorate 30 years of the NIH Revitalization Act. Many thanks to Rep.

@janschakowsky

for your longstanding support of women's health research at

@NorthwesternU

and beyond! #3not30

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Liz Powell, Esq., MPH - G2G Consulting Founder

Thanks to

for hosting

Senator Mikulski, Rep. Morella, Dr. Pinn,

@JanineClaytonMD

& luminaries to honor the 30th anniversary of the NIH Revitalization Act of 1993 and plan for #WomensHealth progress in #3not30

Do we have to wait another 30 years for next big leap in women's health? Today,

@WHAMnow

honored leaders who fought for progress in women's heath. Let's speed up change in just 3 years, not 30, w/ #3not30 initiative.

Laurie Fenton Ambrose

@LFentonAmbrose

Jun 13

Former Congresswoman Connie Morella, Sen. Barbara Mikulski, Dr. Vivian Pinn (the first Director of

@NIH_ORWH

), and

@WHAMnow

President Carolee Lee discuss the NIH Revitalization Act of 1993 that called for women to be represented in research and clinical trials. #3Not30 #LCSM

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Laurie Fenton Ambrose

@LFentonAmbrose

Jun 13

@SpeakerPelosi

standing strong for women's health research!

Amazing luncheon today with

@WHAMnow

celebrating the 30th anniversary of the #NIH Revitalization Act and what we will accomplish for women’s health in the next three years. Special guest speaker drop in for lunch! #3not30

"A $300 million investment into improving female health could generate around $13 billion for the global economy, according to nonprofit

@WHAMnow

." #womenshealth #ecosystem

cnbc.com

A subsection of tech is set to be worth $1 trillion. But taboos are holding it back

The FemTech sector is set to be worth $1 trillion by 2027, but the "taboo" nature of women's health is one factor preventing the industry from getting funding.

WHAMnow

@WHAMnow

Jun 13

A $300 million investment into improving female health could generate around $13 billion for the global economy...yet investors seem to be missing the mark. Check out the full

@cnbc

below.

cnbc.com

A subsection of tech is set to be worth $1 trillion. But taboos are holding it back

The FemTech sector is set to be worth $1 trillion by 2027, but the "taboo" nature of women's health is one factor preventing the industry from getting funding.

WHAMnow

@WHAMnow

Jun 12

Here's the real question: Do we have to wait another 30 years for the next big leap in women's health? 💪 Tomorrow, WHAM is honoring the fearless leaders who fought for progress in women's heath. Let's speed up change in just 3 years, not 30, with our #3not30 initiative. 💥

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@WHAMnow

Jun 12

Tomorrow we are hosting a Roundtable Discussion with 20+ major leaders in health research, policy, academia and business in commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the NIH Revitalization Act of 1993. Our goal? Let's not wait another 30 years to make change happen. #3not30

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Katz Institute for Women's Health

@KatzWomensHlth

Jun 10

Women make up more than half of the population and are more susceptible to many diseases. So why are only a fraction of research dollars working to protect them? CEO of

@WHAMnow

@caroleewham

shares what we can do to change that. #EqualResearchDay

northwell.edu

The gender gap in health research funding is hurting all of us

When research reflects the differences between men and women, we will improve the health and wealth of everyone.

WHAMnow

@WHAMnow

Jun 10

Women were not required to be in US clinical research until June 10, 1993. That’s why we’re proud to support

@EvvyBio

in marking #EqualResearchDay TODAY on June 10 – a day to promote inclusive research & raise awareness for the gender health gap. equalresearchday.com

🔬Visit equalresearchday.com to donate to inclusive research, shop merch, and see other ways to get involved! 💙 Share this post to donate — for every social post in June that tags

@EvvyBio

and #EqualResearchDay, Evvy will donate $1 to Women’s Health Access Matters

@whamnow

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Equal Research Day

Women were not required to be in clinical research in the U.S. until June 10, 1993. That’s why Evvy decided to create Equal Research Day on June 10 – a day to promote inclusive research, tell our...

Over 20 influential leaders in health research, policy, academia, & business are joining our roundtable on June 13, commemorating the 30th anniversary of the NIH Revitalization Act. Together, we'll discuss how to accelerate women's health research and investment in #3not30 years.

WHAMnow

@WHAMnow

Jun 9

Ash Shehata, National Sector Leader of Healthcare & Life Science

@KPMG

, & Dr. Maria Freire, former President and Executive Director of

@FNIH_Org

, will co-moderate our roundtable on June 13 as part of the #3not30 campaign #WomensHealth #HealthEquity #GenderEquality

WHAMnow

@WHAMnow

Jun 8

On June 13th in Washington DC, we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the NIH Revitalization Act. This Commemoration honors visionary leaders who fought for inclusive clinical trials and accelerated change in women's health. 💪✨ #WomensHealth #GenderEquality #HealthEquity #3not30

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@WHAMnow

Jun 8

Exciting news! Dr. Freda Lewis-Hall will headline the WHAM Commemoration with Hon. Barbara Mikulski, Hon. Connie Morella, and Dr. Vivian Pinn, in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the NIH Revitalization Act. ✨ #WHAM #WomenInHealth #3Not30

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@WHAMnow

Jun 8

Dr. Vivian Pinn & Dr. Janine Clayton have been leading women's health at

@NIH_ORWH

for 30+ years. We are thrilled to have them speak at the WHAM Commemoration on June 13th in honor of the 30th anniversary of the NIH Revitalization Act of 1993 #3Not30 #EqualResearch #WomensHealth

WHAMnow

@WHAMnow

Jun 7

🌟 Meet our speaker, Dr. Janine Clayton! She's breaking barriers and advancing women's health at

@NIH_ORWH

. On June 13 in DC, Dr. Clayton will be sharing where women's health is today at the WHAM Commemoration which recognizes 30 years since the NIH Revitalization Act. #3Not30

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@WHAMnow

Jun 7

Dr. Vivian Pinn is a true healthcare trailblazer, championing equity throughout her career: 1982: 1st African American woman to chair an academic pathology dept 1991: Founding director of ORWH at NIH, bridging gaps in women's health research & advocating gender-specific studies

WHAMnow

@WHAMnow

Jun 6

Connie Morella, former US Representative, was a driving force behind the NIH Revitalization Act of 1993. A champion for inclusion & diversity, she empowered underrepresented communities and promoted health equity. 🚀 #ScienceAdvocate #HealthEquity #3Not30

WHAMnow

@WHAMnow

Jun 5

Hon. Barbara Mikulski's unwavering dedication to women's health shaped biomedical research, increased funding, & promoted gender equality in clinical trials. We look forward to celebrating Mikulski & others at our Commemoration on June 13 in honor of the NIH Revitalization Act.

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@WHAMnow

Jun 5

WHAM is honored to celebrate the achievements of the Hon. Barbara Mikulski at our event on June 13th in Washington, DC in recognition of the 30th anniversary of the NIH Revitalization Act. Today, we stand stronger and healthier thanks to her unwavering commitment. #3Not30

WHAMnow

@WHAMnow

Jun 2

Did you know lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in US women, more than breast, ovarian, & cervical cancers combined? The NIH 2019 lung cancer budget allocated $1/woman but $7/ man. Let's close this gap. Visit whamnow.org/how-to-help

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Jun 1

🎙️Don't miss the CEO of WHAM, Carolee Lee, on @femtechfocus podcast with @drbrittanybarreto, where they dive into the need for female-specific research, economic benefits of investing in women's health, & how femhealth founders can influence policymakers.

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FemTech Focus

Produced by FemHealth Insights and hosted by CEO, Dr. Brittany Barreto, the FemTech Focus podcast engages people supporting, investing, and innovating in the FemHealth market to talk about present...

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@WHAMnow

May 30

📢 Our founder, Carolee Lee, will be joining an open session at

@TheNASEM

on how advocacy and policy around chronic debilitating conditions in women. 📅 : 5/31/23 10AM-2:30PM EST 📍: Online or National Academy of Sciences in D.C. Register:

nationalacademies.org

Framework for the Consideration of Chronic Debilitating Conditions in Women Meeting 2 | National...

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@WHAMnow

May 26

What does healthy aging look like? Inspirational words from Meryl Comer, Vice Chair of WHAM and Co-Founder of

@UsAgainstAlz

, remind us that women have longer lifespans than men and are disproportionately affected by sickness and disease. 🔗 whamnow.org/how-to-help

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May 25

Twice as many women experience depression compared to men, yet specific treatment options for women are still lacking. Dr.

@hadinejoffe

from

@BrighamConnors

@harvardmed

highlights the need for research that prioritizes sex and gender-informed health. #3Not30 #WomensHealth

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WHAMnow

@WHAMnow

May 24

The link between healthy women and a thriving economy is undeniable. Consider these facts: 👉 Women make up 50% of the workforce. 👉 Women constitute 52% of the population. 👉 Women own 60% of the wealth. 👉 Women drive over 85% of consumer spending. whamnow.org/how-to-help

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@WHAMnow

May 23

We found that investing $350 million into women’s health research generates $14 billion for our economy. Thank you

@thehill

for featuring us in this article that sheds light on the persistent funding disparities in women's health research. Read more:

thehill.com

The NIH must address disparities in women’s health research funding

Just under 11 percent of the agency’s 2020 budget went to diseases and illnesses that affect the health of women.

WHAMnow

@WHAMnow

May 18

Did you know #LungCancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths among women worldwide? Join us for our FREE virtual dialogue today from 1-2pm ET all about Cancer in Women. Register now! #CancerInWomen #WHAMDialogue bit.ly/cancer-in-women

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@WHAMnow

May 17

A recent study confirms that the incidence of pancreatic cancer is rising faster in women compared to men. Understanding these trends is crucial to address the growing impact on women's health. #PancreaticCancer #HealthResearch [Read more: cedars-sinai.org/newsroom/study]

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Katz Institute for Women's Health

@KatzWomensHlth

May 17

BONUS: What are some ways to stay informed about research and education on women's health? #3not30

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May 17

Q4: We’re at the forefront of much needed change in women’s health care. What changes would you like to see in the next three years for sex-and-gender-specific research and what steps can we take to make them happen? #3not30

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