As WomenHeart has evolved over the last 20 years, one person has been a critical pillar for the organization every step of the way. At the 2019 Wenger Awards, Dr. Nanette Kass Wenger was recognized with the 20th Anniversary Legacy Award for her incredible...
WomenHeart Champion Darlene Scott doesn't let heart disease define her, she keeps moving forward; one foot in front of the other. And, this National Minority Health Month, she wants women of color to do the same, but to also be aware of the signs and symptoms of heart...
“When I was accepted to attend the WomenHeart Science and Leadership Training, it was like winning the lottery,” says WomenHeart Champion Jody Knack. “WomenHeart is doing great work and more people need to know about it.” Jody, a native of Aurora, IL, is passionate...
Since the early 1900’s we have been recognizing International Women's Day (IWD) on March 8. It’s a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. We’re adding achievements in heart health to that list. As WomenHeart: The...
In honor of Women's History Month, we're highlighting a WomenHeart Champion who is an integral part of our SisterMatch program. SisterMatch helps women connect one-on-one with a WomenHeart Champion volunteer who can provide needed support over the phone, in person, or...
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS are at risk for many potentially life-threatening conditions as a result of untreated PCOS, cardiovascular disease is one of them. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal (endocrine) syndrome in women...
On Valentine’s Day, we love to give gifts to our loved ones to show how much we care and appreciate one another. Today and every day, we’re give the gift of community. We’re launching our new logo to display the kind of community we represent. We are an organization...
Today the Administration authorized the expanded use of “short-term, limited-duration insurance plans." WomenHeart expressed concern with this decision because those plans are inadequate and deny protections for people with pre-existing conditions. They threaten to...
As we celebrate both Heart Month and Black History Month this February, we’re reminded that heart disease affects African American women at higher rates than any other minority group. A new study suggests financial hardship may even further increase the risk of heart...
Two decades ago, three women living in different places across the country all experienced the same issue. They were misdiagnosed, mistreated, and misunderstood. They were all women living with heart disease. So they sought to change that – they created the first...
While the heart disease facts and statistics are essential to Heart Month, there is, perhaps, nothing more powerful than the personal stories of women who have lived with—and conquered—heart disease, and the roles these women play in spreading heart health awareness....
As we close out 2018 and turn our attention to welcoming in the New Year, it’s a natural time to reflect on our experiences throughout the year. It’s also fun to make predictions about the coming year – which, for WomenHeart, will be its 20th year, a major milestone....
