VIDEO: The Urgent Call for Equity in Women’s Health Research [Video]

In the world of medicine, research isn’t just about advancing knowledge—it’s about saving lives. Every breakthrough, every new drug, every treatment owes its existence to clinical studies. Yet, it’s sobering to realize that just three decades ago, women were glaringly absent from these crucial studies. It wasn’t until June of 1993 that regulations finally mandated their inclusion, marking a long-overdue recognition of the importance of gender diversity in research.

Fast forward to today, and this gap remains, starkly evident in some of the most pressing health issues facing society. We know that two-thirds of those affected with Alzheimer’s disease are women, but the disparities don’t stop there. Lung cancer disproportionately affects women aged 40 to 59. Rheumatoid arthritis affects women at a ratio of 3 to 1 compared to men. And heart disease, the leading cause of death, claims the lives of far too many women. 

The grim reality is …