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Leading With Purpose: Paving the Way for More Equitable and Accessible Preventive Healthcare
AWHP CEO Millicent Gorham reflects on the organization's exciting year.
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ICYMI: Perfeqta and AWHP Explore the Importance of Destigmatizing Obesity in the Workplace
Read more about Perfetqta and AWHP's recent webinar on "Destigmatizing Obesity in the Workplace."
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Empowering Hispanic and Latina Women: A Conversation with Dr. Yanira Cruz
As President and CEO of the National Hispanic Council on Aging (NHCOA), Dr. Yanira Cruz is leading the charge in closing health disparities affecti...
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AWHP Supports USPSTF’s Updated Draft Cervical Cancer Guidelines
AWHP released comments in support of USPSTF's updated cervical cancer guidelines.
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AWHP Statement on the Biden-Harris Administration’s Proposal to Expand Medicare and Medicaid Coverage of Obesity Medications
AWHP issued a response to the the Biden-Harris Administration’s proposal to expand coverage of obesity medications through Medicare and Medicaid.
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AWHP Statement on New York City’s Decision to Remove Coverage for Obesity Medications
AWHP CEO Millicent Gorham issued a response to New York City’s decision to drop coverage for obesity medications for city employees and their depen...
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4 Things I’ve Learned About Preserving My Mental Health
By Millicent Gorham July is Minority Mental Health Month. As women, it’s vital that we prioritize our physical and mental well-being. ...
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July 2024 Advocacy in Action
This summer, AWHP has continued its advocacy for key women’s preventive health policies and focus areas, including obesity care coverage, osteoporo...
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AWHP Statement on North Carolina Medicaid Decision to Add Coverage for Obesity Medications
AWHP issued a response on North Carolina Medicaid’s decision to add coverage for obesity management medications.
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AWHP Statement on U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Decision to Strike Down a Key Affordable Care Act Provision Protecting Preventive Health
AWHP CEO Millicent Gorham comments on the latest developments within the Braidwood Management Inc. v. Becerra case.
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AWHP Statement on House Ways and Means Committee Markup and Passage of Key Cancer Early Detection Legislation
AWHP CEO Millicent Gorham expresses support for the House Ways and Means Committee’s unanimous passage of the Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-C...
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AWHP Statement on House Ways and Means Committee Efforts to Expand Access to Obesity Care
AWHP CEO Millicent Gorham comments on the House Ways and Means Committee’s passage of an amended version of the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (TROA).
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AWHP Presents: Women Leaders in Medicine
Watch a compilation of AWHP’s “Women Leaders in Medicine” Fireside Chat series featuring AWHP CEO Millicent Gorham in conversation with some of the...
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AWHP Statement on Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Obesity Medication Coverage Decision
AWHP CEO Millicent Gorham makes a statement in response to the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan’s decision to discontinue coverage of obesity med...
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May 2024 Advocacy in Action
In recent months, AWHP has engaged in extensive activities that promote policies focused on uplifting women’s preventive health — including reachin...
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Dr. Cheryl Bellamy: Empowering Women to Advance Maternal Health Care
This month marks Women’s Health Month. To honor this important observance and emphasize the ongoing need to improve maternal health outcomes ...
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Reflecting On AWHP’s First Leadership Meeting & The Path Ahead
AWHP CEO Millicent Gorham reflects on lessons learned from our first ever Leadership Meeting.
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AWHP Statement on USPSTF Final Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines
The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) today released its final breast cancer screening guidelines. AWHP commends the USPSTF for...
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Own Your Health: Empowering Women During National Minority Health Month
AWHP recognizes National Minority Health Month as a crucial time to address disparities caused by structural racism. This National Minority Health ...
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Dr. Elizabeth Garner: Elevating Our Investment in Women’s Health & Prevention
This month, we celebrate Women’s History Month and mark International Women’s Day on March 8th. To honor these significant occasions and emphasize ...
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Women’s Health Campaign Launches to Advocate for Insurance Coverage of Obesity Care
In partnership with ten leading organizations across the healthcare community, AWHP launched EveryBODY Covered, the first campaign aiming to activa...
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Dr. Barbara Hutchinson: Prioritizing Preventive Cardiac Care
February marks both American Heart Month and Black History Month. To learn more about the importance of accessible cardiac care and the broader rol...
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Harnessing the Launch of the White House Initiative on Women’s Health Research for Expanded Focus on Preventive Health
As an organization focused on women’s health, AWHP is thrilled by the launch of the White House Initiative of Women’s Health Research, an effort le...
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Dr. Verda Hicks: Prioritizing Cervical Health
AWHP is committed to raising awareness about cervical cancer screening and prevention, and advancing policies that promote cervical health. Learn m...
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A Commitment to Transformative Collaboration in 2024
In collaboration with a diverse coalition of leading organizations dedicated to women's health, we passionately advocate for accessible, affordable...
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December 2023 Advocacy in Action: Obesity Treatments & Policies
As an organization focused on women’s preventive health, AWHP recognizes that obesity is a chronic disease and an important part of preventive heal...
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Empowering Women Through Preventive Healthcare: 2023 End of Year Report
The Alliance for Women’s Health & Prevention (AWHP) was established with a clear mission: to ensure that all women and girls have access to afforda...
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Dr. Tochi Iroku-Malize: Prioritizing Breast Cancer Screening for Women
October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month. AWHP is committed to making sure women are fully informed on all things related to holistic screening ...
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Dr. Yolanda Lawson: Prioritizing Prevention in Women’s Healthcare
As president of the National Medical Association, the oldest national African American medical association in the U.S. and an organization committe...
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The Alliance for Women’s Health and Prevention Awards Inaugural Grant to ASCP to Examine Cervical Cancer Screening in Women from Diverse Populations in the U.S.
AWHP has awarded its inaugural grant to the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) to analyze these recent trends in cervical cancer screen...
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AWHP Urges Congress to Increase Funding for USPSTF
USPSTF is a critical driver of patient access to preventive health care. It needs a budget increase of $3M for FY2024, bringing its total budget fr...
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September 2023 Advocacy in Action
The Alliance for Women's Health & Prevention continues to engage with key stakeholders on preventive healthcare issues, including maternal health, ...
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Dr. Cheruba Prabakar: Talking Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month
Dr. Cheruba Prabakar, CEO of Lamorinda Gynecology and Surgery, is renowned for her expertise in treating uterine fibroids and her commitment to imp...
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A Strong and Simple CDC Recommendation Will Increase COVID-19 Vaccine Uptake and Equity This Fall
The U.S. faces a vaccine equity gap leading to disparities in vaccination rates, highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic. To sustain progress, cle...
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Meningococcal Vaccine Survey Reveals Confusion — and a Potential Solution
A new survey commissioned by Pfizer and conducted by Survey Healthcare Global reveals confusion about the meningococcal vaccines and their associat...
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August 2023 Advocacy in Action
This summer, AWHP was busy at work fighting to ensure equitable access to affordable prescription medications for people with chronic illnesses, ma...
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2024 House Spending Bill Seeks to Defund, Eliminate Key Women’s Healthcare Programs
AWHP urges House lawmakers to reject cuts that may hinder biomedical research and harm vulnerable populations, advocating for a budget bill that r...
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Empowering Women in Rural Communities: A Conversation with National Grange President Betsy Huber
Betsy Huber, President of the National Grange, dedicates her career to enhancing rural life, with a growing focus on advocating for accessible heal...
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June 2023 Advocacy in Action
In June, AWHP focused on obesity, HPV cancer prevention, and laboratory testing access, advocating for holistic obesity approaches, endorsing HPV v...
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Over 20 Prominent Women’s Health and Patient Advocacy Groups Call On the Biden Administration to Protect Preventive Services
Together with 22 national organizations, AWHP delivered an open letter to President Biden regarding the Braidwood Management v. Becerra ruling. The...
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“We Should All Be Advocates for Women’s Health”: A Conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Garner on Investment in and Advocacy for Women’s Health
Dr. Elizabeth Garner, U.S. Chief Scientific Officer at Ferring Pharmaceuticals and President of AMWA, brings her global perspective to empower wome...
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May 2023 Advocacy in Action
AWHP addresses preventive health policy issues by working with a broad coalition of health providers, educators, patient groups, provider organizat...
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AWHP Commends USPSTF on Proposed Recommendation to Expand Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines
USPSTF issued new draft guidelines expanding its recommendations for breast cancer screenings to encompass a broader age range, an update from the ...
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AWHP Deeply Concerned Over U.S. District Court’s Decision to Strike Down a Key Affordable Care Act Provision Protecting Preventive Health
A federal judge in Texas struck down a key provision in the Affordable Care Act that mandates insurers provide certain preventive services for free...
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A Social Prescription for Prevention
All women and girls deserve the opportunity to live the healthiest life possible. As the first CEO of the AWHP, I am fully and faithfully committed...
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Millicent Gorham Named Chief Executive Officer of the Alliance for Women’s Health and Prevention
AWHP named Millicent Gorham as its inaugural Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Gorham brings over three decades of leadership experience in healthcare...
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Equity & Artistry: How Lisa Cunningham is Highlighting the Health Stories of Black Women and Girls
Lisa Cunningham sits at the intersection of health equity and artistry. As a filmmaker and director of Digital Communications for the Black Women’s...
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New Ipsos Survey Reveals Nearly Half of American Women Forgo Preventive Care Services
A new Ipsos poll commissioned by AWHP reveals that nearly half of American women are forgoing preventive care services like check-ups, screenings, ...
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Cervical Health Awareness Month: A Clarion Call for Prevention
January, Cervical Health Awareness Month, underscores the significance of early detection in preventing cervical cancer, particularly among communi...
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A Look Back at 2022: A Historic Beginning
AWHP marks its early months as a nonprofit committed to enhancing women's preventive healthcare access, especially vital during the pandemic. With ...
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Ushering in a New Era in Preventive Health with a New Non-Profit
Breast cancer disproportionately affects Black and Hispanic women, underscoring the urgent need for equitable preventive healthcare. The newly laun...
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Alliance for Women’s Health and Prevention Launches to Advocate for Equitable, Accessible, and Affordable Preventive Care for All Women and Girls
AWHP, a new non-profit, will focus on access to care and treatment, early detection and diagnosis, vaccine access and affordability, and social det...
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