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HealthyWomen’s 9th Annual Educational Event
Read More: HealthyWomen’s 9th Annual Educational EventVisit CelebrateHealthyWomen.org for sponsorship information.
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Nedbank Powers South Africaโs First Gravel Burn With Kindred By Gravel
Read More: Nedbank Powers South Africaโs First Gravel Burn With Kindred By GravelEvery rider knows that gravel has a way of revealing character. It strips away the noise, leaving only the crunch of tyres on dirt, the rhythm of breath and the people beside you who keep you going. Itโs not just about the finish line โ itโs about the stories, the challenges and the shared moments…
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Understanding the Latest Updates to Covid-19 Vaccine Guidance for Children and Pregnant Women Webinar
Read More: Understanding the Latest Updates to Covid-19 Vaccine Guidance for Children and Pregnant Women WebinarFollowing the Department of Health and Human Servicesโ andCenters for Disease Control and Preventionโs updates to COVID-19vaccine recommendations for children and pregnant women,HealthyWomen convened experts from leading medical societies fora discussion around the importance of COVID-19 vaccines forpregnant women and children, the short- and long-term impacts ofthese changes, and what this decision means in practical…
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The Obstacle Race That Tests Your Body And Your Mind
Read More: The Obstacle Race That Tests Your Body And Your MindThe Red Bull Ibiza Royale is set to redefine fitness challenges by combining physical skill with mental strategy in a unique obstacle course race. Scheduled to take place from 11 to 14 April 2025 at the Castle of Ibiza, this event invites teams of two athletes to tackle a series of exciting, yet challenging obstacles…
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Hereโs What To Expect At Red Bull Ibiza Royale (And How To Enter)
Read More: Hereโs What To Expect At Red Bull Ibiza Royale (And How To Enter)If you think that fitness should be fun, and if youโve always wanted to visit the famed Spanish destination of Ibiza, the time to act is now. Applications are open for the inaugural Red Bull Ibiza Royale โ the wildest obstacle race through Ibiza Castle. In the Mediterranean sunshine, mixed teams of two will take…
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โI Took On The Wildest Half Marathon โ Hereโs How It Went Downโ
Read More: โI Took On The Wildest Half Marathon โ Hereโs How It Went DownโWhen it comes to bucket list runs, Iโve ticked off some wild and wonderful locations: the damp forests and slippery glaciers of Patagonia, the icy altitudes of the Alps and Rocky Mountains and the landmark-strewn streets of London and Paris. However, it was Mpumalangaโs Skukuza Half Marathon that provided the most thrilling run Iโve ever…
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Webinar: Advancing Employee Wellness and Access for Women Living with Obesity
Read More: Webinar: Advancing Employee Wellness and Access for Women Living with ObesityPresentation Slides Obesity is a chronic disease thatโs linked to over 200 other serious health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and certain cancers. Women deserve access to the full continuum of treatment options for obesity. Watch as our experts explain the science of obesity as a chronic disease and why expanded coverage for…
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The 2024 Garmin Run Series: Celebrating Every Runnerโs Journey
Read More: The 2024 Garmin Run Series: Celebrating Every Runnerโs JourneyGarmin South Africa is thrilled to announce the second instalment of the Garmin Run Series, coming to South Africa this September! Following the success of the inaugural event in Johannesburg in 2023, this yearโs series promises to be even more exhilarating. Garmin invites runners of all levels to join them once again in Johannesburg for…
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Congressional Briefing โ Obesity: The Cost of No Coverage
Read More: Congressional Briefing โ Obesity: The Cost of No CoverageRegister for the briefing Obesity is a chronic disease that increases risk of other serious health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and certain cancers. With 4 out of 10 American adults living with obesity, access to and insurance coverage for treatment options is essential. The Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (TROA) was reintroduced…
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HealthyWomen’s Annual Educational Event
Read More: HealthyWomen’s Annual Educational EventWe look forward to spending an evening with you celebrating and advancing womenโs health. It is our honor to bring together esteemed leaders in the healthcare field who are making an impact on womenโs health through education, research, policy and innovation. Agenda Thursday, May 9, 2024 | Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library, Washington D.C.…
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Policy Briefing: Womenโs Health Is a Readiness Issue
Read More: Policy Briefing: Womenโs Health Is a Readiness IssueIn response to the Department of Defenseโs 2020 report on the Health Status of Active-Duty Servicewomen, HealthyWomen developed the Ready, Healthy & Able program. Watch as our panel of experts describe the state of healthcare for servicewomen and service members assigned female at birth, the program components and successes, and what Ready, Healthy & Able…
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9 Fun Activities You Can Do At Fit Night Out
Read More: 9 Fun Activities You Can Do At Fit Night OutBy now youโre well aware that the hottest fitness event of the year, Fit Night Out, is this weekend (5th August 2023 at Waterfall City Park, Mall Of Africa). And if the incredible line-up and goodie bag (worth over R4000) weโve recently revealed havenโt gotten you hyped already, the amazing brands that weโve partnered with…
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Exactly Whatโs Inside Your Amazing R4000 Fit Night Out Goodie Bag
Read More: Exactly Whatโs Inside Your Amazing R4000 Fit Night Out Goodie BagLadies, itโs almost time to start shakinโ ya tailfeather and โwork outโ the night away at the biggest fitness event of the year, Fit Night Out (get tickets here)! One of the things to look forward to? The swag bags. The incredible Fit Night Out goodie bags are valued at over R4000! Inside this treasure…
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Get Ready Jozi โ Fit Night Out Is Back
Read More: Get Ready Jozi โ Fit Night Out Is BackItโs time to rock your workout gear and join the ultimate fitness party. Get ready for an action-packed evening because Womenโs Health Fit Night Out is back, bigger and better. This all-women workout extravaganza promises hours of fun, music, sweat and high-energy moves that will leave you feeling pumped like never before. What is Fit…
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HealthyWomen Congressional Briefing: Women in Clinical Trials
Read More: HealthyWomen Congressional Briefing: Women in Clinical TrialsJoin HealthyWomen for our upcoming congressional briefing as we explore the importance and current challenges of including women of reproductive age in clinical trials. Gain a greater understanding of the requirements women must meet to participate in a clinical trial and how those guidelines have become more complicated with new state reproductive health laws in…
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HealthyWomen Annual Event Speaker: Jeremy Nobel, M.D., M.P.H.
Read More: HealthyWomen Annual Event Speaker: Jeremy Nobel, M.D., M.P.H.HealthyWomenโs annual event is taking place in Washington, D.C., on March 30, 2023. Every year, HealthyWomen hosts an event to bring together experts and trendsetters making a difference in womenโs health. This yearโs event โ The Art of Living Well โ will highlight creativity in healthcare, innovation and research. The event will also feature headlining…
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HealthyWomen Annual Event Speaker: Terri Cornelison, M.D., Ph.D.
Read More: HealthyWomen Annual Event Speaker: Terri Cornelison, M.D., Ph.D.HealthyWomenโs annual event is taking place in Washington, D.C., on March 30, 2023. Itโs that time of year again! The HealthyWomen annual event is bringing together experts and trendsetters who make a difference in womenโs health. This yearโs event โ The Art of Living Well โ will highlight creativity in healthcare, innovation and research with…
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6th Annual HealthyWomen Event
Read More: 6th Annual HealthyWomen EventWhen: Thursday, March 30, 2023 | 5:00-8:30 PM ET Where: The Dupont Circle Hotel, 1500 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036 More details to follow. If you have any questions, please email Jessica Goddard at jgoddard@healthywomen.org.
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Events, Fitness, marathon, marathon challenge, marathon training, Physical Wellness, Running, Running Tips
Eleven First-Time Female Marathon Runners On A Journey
Read More: Eleven First-Time Female Marathon Runners On A JourneyEmpowering Changeย In what has become an inspiring insight into each ladiesโ deeply personal reasons for wanting to conquer their first marathon, the adidas Beyond Impossible Campaign has unfolded with the aims of empowering and encouraging the female community to lean on the sport of running for the purpose of bringing positive change into their…
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You & Your Brain: A Collaboration of HealthyWomen, Prevention & Womenโs Alzheimerโs Movement at Cleveland Clinic
Read More: You & Your Brain: A Collaboration of HealthyWomen, Prevention & Womenโs Alzheimerโs Movement at Cleveland ClinicA message from Maria Shriver Have you ever had a gut feeling about a decision? Or felt sick to your stomach over bad news? Experts say thatโs because the gut is nearly as powerful a force as the brain, affecting your physical and mental health. Join moderator Joan Lunden and leading experts in brain health…
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Bleeding Disorders and Women: Could You Be at Risk?
Read More: Bleeding Disorders and Women: Could You Be at Risk?Although bleeding disorders are not as widely recognized in women as in men, they do occur. While women and men have similar symptoms, women can experience added complications throughout their lifetime. That’s why it’s critical that women know the symptoms, get a diagnosis and take steps to getting treatment. Tune into our “Bleeding Disorders and…
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The Intersections of Weight Stigma, Mental Wellbeing & Health Disparities
Read More: The Intersections of Weight Stigma, Mental Wellbeing & Health DisparitiesThis briefing will educate Congressional staff and others on the negative consequences of weight stigma in the U.S. and ways the organization is tackling this issue through their Reclaim Your Wellness campaign in partnership with the Black Women’s Health Imperative. Hear from leading experts about your risk factors, how to talk to your healthcare provider…
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Heart To Heart: How Pregnancy Can Affect Your Heart Health Throughout Your Life
Read More: Heart To Heart: How Pregnancy Can Affect Your Heart Health Throughout Your LifeDid you know heart disease is the leading cause of death among women in the United States? Far too many women think of heart disease as a man’s issue โ but that couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, risk factors in pregnancy, such as gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, peripartum cardiomyopathy and preterm birth, along…
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โBack-to-School Ready: A Conversation About Vaccines With Leading Experts and Parentsโ Webinar
Read More: โBack-to-School Ready: A Conversation About Vaccines With Leading Experts and Parentsโ WebinarThe pandemic has caused many parents to delay routine care, including things like dental cleanings and checkups. Because annual appointments are when many kids receive their scheduled vaccinations, those who missed their yearly checkups may also have missed vaccines. You may be wondering what to do if your child is behind on their vaccines and…
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Facebook Live: Addressing Chronic Pain in Women
Read More: Facebook Live: Addressing Chronic Pain in Women“Make it Stop: Addressing Chronic Pain in Women, and How the Federal Government Can Help” According to the CDC, more than 1 in 5 adults in America suffer from chronic pain, and women are more likely to experience chronic pain than men. September is Chronic Pain Awareness Month, and HealthyWomen is proud to help raise…
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Webinar: COVID-19 Vaccine Considerations for Back-to-School Season
Read More: Webinar: COVID-19 Vaccine Considerations for Back-to-School SeasonHealthyWomen, a convener with the COVID-19 Vaccine Education and Equity Project (CVEEP), was proud to be a part of the recent webinar focusing on COVID-19 vaccine considerations for the back-to-school season. With children 12 years of age and older eligible for COVID-19 vaccinations and families gearing up for the start of a new school season,…
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2021 HealthyWomen Annual Event
Read More: 2021 HealthyWomen Annual EventCelebrating Women’s Health, Research, and Innovation Thursday, October 7, 20214:00-7:00 p.m. EDTThe Dupont Circle Hotel1500 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington D.C. 20036 Attire: Cocktail Our in-person gathering will be an evening to remember, hosted by Emmy award-winning journalist Barbara Harrison. We’re grateful to have you and esteemed leaders in the healthcare field join HealthyWomen in…
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Webinar: โHealthy Pregnancy, Healthy Mom: Reducing Barriers to Treatment for Opioid Use Disorderโ
Read More: Webinar: โHealthy Pregnancy, Healthy Mom: Reducing Barriers to Treatment for Opioid Use DisorderโThe opioid epidemic in the United States continues to undermine the health of women and their families. Pregnant women and new moms with opioid use disorder face a unique set of challenges. And they’re often afraid to seek help, which keeps them from both treatment for themselves and prenatal care. Our goal at HealthyWomen is…
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All About Periods
Read More: All About PeriodsHalf the world menstruates. But talking about periods is still taboo. And that’s a problem. HealthyWomen seeks to encourage, empower, elevate and normalize the discussion about menstrual health. Join us as we explore these important topics in our “All About Periods” webinar series. These events are free to attend. Register Now! โUnderstanding Your Period June…
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You & Your Brain: A HealthyWomen, Prevention & Womenโs Alzheimerโs Movement Collaboration
Read More: You & Your Brain: A HealthyWomen, Prevention & Womenโs Alzheimerโs Movement CollaborationAs women age, we may begin to notice changes in how our brains function. You may wonder what’s normal and what isn’t. Hormonal shifts happen throughout a woman’s life and knowing how these shifts affect your brain can help you better navigate your own health and learn ways to maintain a healthy brain. Did you…
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Webinar: The Presidency, Congress and the Supreme Court: 2020 Election and Womenโs Health
Read More: Webinar: The Presidency, Congress and the Supreme Court: 2020 Election and Womenโs HealthPlease join us November 17 at 1 p.m. EST/10 a.m. PST for a discussion on “The Presidency, Congress and the Supreme Court: 2020 Election and Women’s Health.”, an interactive webinar discussing what the election results will mean for women’s health. Bring your questions and prepare for a lively discussion with the experts! Schedule at a…
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2020 HealthyWomen Annual Event
Read More: 2020 HealthyWomen Annual EventInnovation, Evolution and Revelations: The Year of Health Care Change Please join us for a one-hour virtual event celebrating innovation and evolution in women’s health with special guest and Emmy award winner, Fran Drescher. The star of “The Nanny” recently opened up to HealthyWomen in an exclusive interview about her cancer journey. Tickets are limited.…
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Female Forward Together: End Period Stigma
Read More: Female Forward Together: End Period StigmaIn partnership with Myovant Sciences, we want to join forces with women to share and record their unfiltered stories about their periods. Our goal is to elevate the conversation around women’s health and overcome the stigma that too many women experience. The best way to elevate each other is by listening and sharing real stories.…
