# Women's Health * **Definition:** A field of healthcare that focuses on the treatment and prevention of health issues specific to women, encompassing their physical, mental, and social well-being, and addressing various health conditions that disproportionately affect women. * **Taxonomy:** Healthcare Topics / Women's Health ## News * Selected news on the topic of **Women's Health**, for healthcare technology leaders * 23.3K news items are in the system for this topic * Posts have been filtered for tech and healthcare-related keywords | Date | Title | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | 5/15/2025 | [**The Multibillion-Dollar Market Corporate America Is Missing Out On - Forbes**](https://www.forbes.com/sites/lizelting/2025/05/15/the-multibillion-dollar-market-corporate-america-is-missing-out-on/) | [[Forbes]] | | 4/30/2025 | [**Women's Health IT and Software Innovations Undergo Rapid Expansion: Black Book ...**](https://www.newswire.com/news/womens-health-it-and-software-innovations-undergo-rapid-expansion-22565058) | [[Newswire]] | | 4/23/2025 | [**Dare Bioscience to Present at the Fierce Pharma Engage Summit on Breaking Barriers and Building Access: Communicating Bold Moves in Women's Health Innovation**](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/04/23/3066286/30757/en/Dar%C3%A9-Bioscience-to-Present-at-the-Fierce-Pharma-Engage-Summit-on-Breaking-Barriers-and-Building-Access-Communicating-Bold-Moves-in-Women-s-Health-Innovation.html) | [[Globe Newswire]] | | 3/21/2025 | [**Women's Health Diagnostics Global Business Report 2025, with Profiles of 40+ Key Players ...**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/womens-health-diagnostics-global-business-101300022.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 3/11/2025 | [**Axia Women's Health Announces Multi-Year Partnerships With Payors In New Jersey and ...**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/axia-womens-health-announces-multi-year-partnerships-with-payors-in-new-jersey-and-pennsylvania-302396553.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 3/4/2025 | [**The Time Is Now: Women's Health Coalition Unpacks Five Ways for Employers to Address ...**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/time-now-women-health-coalition-130000227.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 2/24/2025 | [**Blood Tests And Breastmilk: Why Investors Are Betting Big On Female Biology - Forbes**](https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2025/02/24/blood-tests-and-breastmilk-why-investors-are-betting-big-on-female-biology/) | [[Forbes]] | | 2/4/2025 | [**Women's Health PAC Announces Significant Milestones Including Launch of First-ever ...**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/womens-health-pac-announces-significant-milestones-including-launch-of-first-ever-bipartisan-womens-health-reimbursement-summit-strategic-growth-plans-and-merger-with-doctors-for-fertility-pac-302367430.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 12/19/2024 | [**Bidens commit to supporting women's health beyond presidency - Fierce Healthcare**](https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/digital-health/bidens-commit-supporting-womens-health-beyond-white-house-final-days-presidency) | [[FierceHealthcare]] | | 12/5/2024 | [**CURE® SURVEY UNVEILS WHAT INVESTORS LOOK FOR IN FUNDING WOMEN'S HEALTH**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cure-survey-unveils-what-investors-look-for-in-funding-womens-health-302323368.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 12/4/2024 | [**CURE® SURVEY UNVEILS WHAT INVESTORS LOOK FOR IN FUNDING WOMEN'S HEALTH**](https://www.morningstar.com/news/pr-newswire/20241205ny72650/cure-survey-unveils-what-investors-look-for-in-funding-womens-health) | [[Morningstar]] | | 11/5/2024 | [**Women's Health Market is expected to generate a revenue of USD 65.23 Billion by 2031 ...**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/womens-health-market-is-expected-to-generate-a-revenue-of-usd-65-23-billion-by-2031--globally-at-5-3-cagr-verified-market-research-302296472.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 10/21/2024 | [**Visionary Women's Health Honored with a 2024 Global Recognition Award for Revolutionary Holistic Gynecological Care**](https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/visionary-women-s-health-honored-with-a-2024-global-recognition-award-for-revolutionary-holistic-gynecological-care-1033867178) | [[Business Insider Markets]] | | 10/4/2024 | [**The top 10 women's health stories of the year so far**](https://www.massdevice.com/the-top-10-womens-health-stories-of-the-year-so-far/) | [[Mass Device]] | | 9/16/2024 | [**A GPS for the digestive highway: The MoPill could revolutionize diagnosis and healthcare**](https://www.nutritioninsight.com/news/a-gps-for-the-digestive-highway-the-mopill-could-revolutionize-diagnosis-and-healthcare.html) | nutritioninsight.com | | 9/9/2024 | [**The Surge of Femtech in MENA**](https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/the-surge-of-femtech-in-mena/ar-AA1qiZ8c) | msn.com | | 9/5/2024 | [**Medscape Education Unites Leaders for the Innovations in Women's Health Coalition**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/medscape-education-unites-leaders-for-the-innovations-in-womens-health-coalition-302238704.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 9/5/2024 | [**Beyond the Ballot: Empowering Voters on Women's Health Policy - Morningstar**](https://www.morningstar.com/news/pr-newswire/20240905dc98140/beyond-the-ballot-empowering-voters-on-womens-health-policy) | [[Morningstar]] | | 8/30/2024 | [**Women's Health Market Innovations Investigated by Trends, Demand, Share, Growth ...**](https://www.whatech.com/og/markets-research/medical/873716-women-s-health-market-trends-demand-share-growth-forecast-to-2033.html) | whatech.com | | 8/21/2024 | [**Together Women's Health Partners with true. Women's Health to Become a National Leader in Digital Menopause and Wellness Care**](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240821908205/en/Together-Women%E2%80%99s-Health-Partners-with-true.-Women%E2%80%99s-Health-to-Become-a-National-Leader-in-Digital-Menopause-and-Wellness-Care/?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-RLXHJgazfQJNuOVHefdHP-D8R-QU5o2AvY8bhI9uvWSD8DYIYv4TIC1g1u0AKcacnnViVjtb72bOP4-4nHK5ieT3WxPE8m_kWI77F87CseT) | [[Business Wire]] | | 8/17/2024 | [**WELL Health Technologies Corp. (TSE:WELL) Given Consensus Recommendation ... - MarketBeat**](https://www.marketbeat.com/instant-alerts/tse-well-consensus-analyst-rating-2024-08-17/) | marketbeat.com | | 8/9/2024 | [**Expanding impact: Scaling innovations in women's health - Fast Company**](https://www.fastcompany.com/91166219/expanding-impact-scaling-innovations-in-womens-health) | [[Fast Company]] | | 6/14/2024 | [**IQ Medical Ventures rebrands as IQ Women's Health to pioneer innovations in women's Health**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/iq-medical-ventures-rebrands-as-iq-womens-health-to-pioneer-innovations-in-womens-health-302171032.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 6/4/2024 | [**Women's Health PAC Launches: A Turning Point For Research And Care**](https://www.forbes.com/sites/geristengel/2024/06/05/womens-health-pac-launches-a-turning-point-for-research-and-care/) | [[Forbes]] | | 1/15/2024 | [**2024 Could Be Women's Health's Long-Awaited, Much-Needed Standout Year**](https://www.forbes.com/sites/evaepker/2024/01/15/2024-could-be-womens-healths-long-awaited-much-needed-standout-year/) | [[Forbes]] | ## Topic Overview (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Key Players - **Together Women's Health**: A network of women's health services that partners with various organizations to improve care for women. - **Together Women's Health (TWH)**: Network offering specialized imaging services for women's breast health. - **Society for Women's Health Research**: An organization focused on advancing women's health research and education. - **Axia Women's Health**: The largest fully integrated women's health group in the U.S., providing comprehensive care. - **Perelel**: A women's health company advocating for change and research funding in women's health. - **Twentyeight Health**: A digital-first women's healthcare platform focused on improving access to reproductive health services. - **Visana Health**: A company focused on creating a comprehensive women's healthcare model. - **CVS Health**: A major player in healthcare services, emphasizing women's health and wellness. - **Mayo Clinic**: Renowned for its research and treatment in women's health, particularly in chronic disease management. - **Medscape Education**: An educational platform that has established the Innovations in Women's Health Coalition to address disparities in women's healthcare. - **American Medical Association**: A leading organization in healthcare that collaborates with the IWHC to improve women's health outcomes. - **Create Health Foundation**: Partnered with NHS Confederation to highlight the economic burden of inadequate women's health investment. - **Aspira Women's Health Inc.**: A company focused on women's health diagnostics, recently awarded funding to support its initiatives. - **Tia**: A women's health company offering personalized healthcare solutions and nutrition guidance. - **NHS Confederation**: A key organization in the UK that collaborates with health foundations to address women's health issues and economic impacts. - **First Lady Jill Biden**: Advocate for women's health research and funding, emphasizing the need for increased focus on women's health issues. ### Partnerships and Collaborations - **true. Women's Health and Together Women's Health**: A partnership to enhance women's health services across the U.S. - **Women's Health Collective Canada (WHCC) and IWK Foundation**: Strengthening efforts to address critical women's health issues in Canada. - **Women's Health Innovation Network (WHIN)**: A new initiative to advance women's healthcare through innovation and community collaboration. - **Together Women's Health and Women's Health Associates**: Affiliation to expand women's health services in Missouri. - **Women's Health Access Matters and KPMG**: A partnership aimed at enhancing women's health research and investment. - **Together Women's Health and OBGYN Associates**: Affiliation to enhance women's health services in Alabama. - **Innovations in Women's Health Coalition**: A coalition formed by Medscape Education to promote patient-centered care across all life stages. - **Black Women's Health Imperative**: Leading a webinar and podcast series to educate voters on women's health policy. - **Cepham and Women in Nutraceuticals (WIN)**: Collaborating to increase funding and support for women's health initiatives. - **Lindus Health**: Partnering with healthcare providers to enhance patient recruitment for women's health clinical trials. - **Scientist.com and American Physiological Society**: Collaborating to launch a webinar series focused on women's health research. - **NHS and Create Health Foundation**: Collaborating to address the economic impact of women's health issues in the UK. - **MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center**: Opened the Women's Health Pavilion, developed with input from community women and clinical leaders. - **Biden Administration and Milken Institute**: Hosted the first White House Conference on Women's Health Research to advocate for women's health initiatives. - **Axia Women's Health and Cigna**: Enhancing access to high-quality women's healthcare services in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. - **Perelel Coalition**: Expanded to over 25,000 individuals advocating for comprehensive women's health research. - **Blue Cross Blue Shield and Maven Clinic**: Partnership to offer menopause support and enhance women's health services. - **Evvy and BioReference Health**: Collaboration to co-market and distribute OvaWatch and Ova1Plus to women's healthcare providers. - **Tia and Nourish**: This partnership provides Tia's members with personalized nutrition guidance to address women's health needs. - **The Pause Technologies and Arizona Commerce Authority**: Hosting the inaugural FemTech and Women's Health Summit to promote innovation in women's health. ### Innovations, Trends, and Initiatives - **White House Initiative on Women's Health Research**: Established to enhance research and support for women's health issues. - **Women's Health Learning Center**: Launched by Medscape Education to provide free, accredited education for healthcare professionals. - **Women's Health Summit**: Hosted by Biocidin Botanicals to address various women's health topics. - **Women's Health Applications Market Growth**: Projected to reach USD 17,643.7 million by 2034, driven by increasing awareness and smartphone adoption. - **Women's Health App Market Growth**: Projected to grow by 20% annually through 2030, driven by symptom tracking and health advocacy. - **Women's Health Diagnostics Market**: Projected to grow significantly, driven by technological advancements and personalized medicine. - **Telehealth Solutions**: Transformative technology providing easier access to specialists and chronic disease management for women's health. - **Action for Women's Health Fund**: Launched by Melinda French Gates to enhance women's health globally through nonprofit organizations. - **Women's Health App Market**: Expected to grow to $8 billion by 2030, driven by personalized healthcare solutions. - **FemTech**: Innovative apps and digital devices empowering women to take control of their health. - **WHAM Report**: Highlights the economic benefits of investing in women's health research and closing health outcome gaps. - **ARPA-H's Sprint for Women's Health**: An initiative aimed at addressing significant health challenges affecting women through innovative research. - **Femtech**: Rapidly evolving to address women's healthcare needs through innovative solutions aimed at improving health outcomes. - **Lindus Health's All-in-One Women's Health CRO**: A comprehensive solution for clinical trials focused on women's health, integrating various management tools. - **AI and Digital Health Tools**: Transforming women's health through enhanced early detection and accessibility to preventive care. - **Telehealth**: Revolutionizing healthcare delivery by providing remote clinical services, improving access for women. - **Go Red for Women Venture Fund**: AHA's initiative to invest in female-led companies addressing women's health issues. ### Challenges and Concerns - **Gender Gap in Health Research**: Historically, women's health conditions have been under-researched and underfunded, prompting initiatives to address this imbalance. - **Underfunding of Women's Health Research**: Despite increased attention, only a small percentage of research funding is allocated to critical women's health issues. - **Mental Health Support**: Need for improved mental health support systems for women, particularly in the context of reproductive health. - **Underrepresentation in Research**: Women's health remains underrepresented in medical research and funding, leading to delays in diagnosis and treatment. - **Economic Impact of Unmanaged Women's Health Issues**: Conditions like menopause and chronic diseases significantly affect productivity and healthcare costs. - **Underfunding of Women's Health**: Only 10.8% of NIH funding is allocated to women's health, leading to inadequate care and innovation. - **Medical Misogyny**: A pervasive issue affecting women's healthcare access and treatment quality, highlighting the need for better education for healthcare professionals. - **Geographic Disparities**: Significant differences in access and outcomes for women's health across states, highlighted by a Commonwealth Fund report. - **Healthcare Inequities**: Women face significant challenges in accessing affordable and high-quality healthcare. - **Data Collection Issues**: Significant data gaps regarding sex as a biological variable hinder women's health research. - **Economic Impact of Neglecting Women's Health**: Inadequate investment in women's health leads to significant economic losses due to absenteeism and reduced productivity. - **Funding Gaps**: Only 10.8% of NIH funding is allocated to women's health research, contributing to a gender health gap. - **Limited Access to Care**: Many women face barriers in accessing reproductive health services, particularly in underserved communities. - **Insufficient Funding**: Concerns regarding the adequacy of government investments in women's health hubs and the potential ineffectiveness of these initiatives. - **Gender Disparities in Research**: Women are historically underrepresented in clinical trials, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments. - **Regulatory and Reimbursement Challenges**: Current structures complicate women's healthcare delivery, as highlighted by providers in the field. - **Stigma and Historical Underfunding**: Stigma surrounding women's health issues hinders open dialogue and funding. - **Access to Care**: High costs and limited accessibility of specialized treatments remain significant challenges, particularly for women in low-income areas. - **Funding Disparities**: Only 1% of healthcare research funding is allocated to female-specific conditions, despite significant health needs.