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The Women's Health Summit: A Revolution Is Coming To San Antonio

The Women’s Health Summit: A Revolution Is Coming To San Antonio

September 21, 2024

“Women are second-class citizens when it comes to health.” – World Economic Forum.

In an age of remarkable scientific progress, a sobering reality persists: women’s health remains a critically underserved domain of medicine. The inaugural Women’s Health Summit, launching on Thursday, September 28, in San Antonio, Texas, aims to change this narrative by igniting a much-needed, long-awaited revolution in women’s healthcare.

This first-of-its-kind, multi-disciplinary educational experience has been meticulously crafted to deliver actionable insights and expertise; thoughtfully curated and guided by acclaimed specialists, the Summit is orchestrated by the industry’s most esteemed institutions and their preeminent thought leaders.

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Redefining Menopause: Promising Treatment Innovations Pave The Way

Redefining Menopause: Promising Treatment Innovations Pave The Way

March 31, 2024

Menopause marks a significant phase in a woman’s life, characterized by the cessation of menstruation and a complex array of symptoms that can profoundly impact overall well-being and quality of life. From the discomfort of hot flashes and night sweats to the emotional turbulence of mood swings and the frustration of sleep disturbances, the manifestations of menopause are diverse and often necessitate expert guidance and intervention.

Despite the pervasive impact of menopause on women’s lives, the current landscape of care and treatment options leaves much to be desired. Women in this category often face significant barriers in accessing appropriate care, compounded by a scarcity of effective treatments that can adequately address their diverse needs. The problems with accessibility and efficacy underscore the pressing need for innovative solutions that can bridge the gap and provide women with much-needed support.

However, recent advancements in menopause research and treatment development have ignited renewed hope and optimism. Groundbreaking clinical trials and promising new drug candidates are poised to revolutionize the way we approach menopause management, offering the potential for more effective, targeted, and accessible solutions that empower women to thrive during this challenging transitional phase.

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The Future of Research is Female: Redressing Persistent Deficits in Women’s Health

February 10, 2023

Women’s health in the United States and across the world continues to worsen, with a widespread lack of access to healthcare and low awareness levels contributing to disparities in outcomes between men and women. Driving prevailing health inequity is a stark gap in medical research, which has been historically performed primarily on male subjects. Women have been excluded from clinical trials throughout history, limiting our understanding of female-specific health conditions and their overall health.

From cardiovascular risk factors to breast cancer and fertility, women’s health encompasses a wide range of complex issues that require specialized attention and research. Despite making up half of the global population, women are largely under-studied and underrepresented in medicine, which extends to the clinical setting. The statistics are telling: Women die at higher rates than men from heart attacks and strokes; they comprise 80 percent of all new cases of autoimmune diseases; and they are three times more likely to experience mental health disorders. The list goes on.

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