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Monthly Policy Roundup
Read our roundup of the latest policy developments and research findings on women's health
Women Having Surgery Get Better Results if Their Surgeon Is a Woman
Recent research finds that women are less likely to have complications or die when their surgeon is a woman
A Recap: HealthyWomen’s Webinar, “CURES 2.0: Leading Women’s Health Forward”
HealthyWomen convened policy experts to examine the potential impact of the CURES 2.0 Act on women’s health
Even When IVF Is Covered by Insurance, High Bills and Hassles Abound
Only 15 states require insurance to cover fertility treatments
Should You Wear a Mask on a Plane, Bus or Train When There’s No Mandate? 4 Essential Reads to Help You Decide
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention still recommends that passengers mask up while on planes, trains or buses, but it’s no longer a requirement
Health Insurance Coverage for Kids Through Medicaid and CHIP Helps Their Moms Too
Family stability can benefit a whole household
Obesity Among Black Women: Fighting the Disease Through Community
Why do Black women have the highest rates of obesity in the U.S.? The answer lies beyond the numbers on the scale.
Healthcare Costs Are More Than a Headache
A new survey shows just how often costs affect women’s healthcare decisions
New Report Finds U.S. Women Have the Highest Rate of Maternal Deaths Among High-Income Countries
We knew the US healthcare system did a poor job of serving women. The Commonwealth Fund Report reveals the situation is even worse than we thought.
What’s Sexual Orientation Got to Do With It? LGTBQ People Face Discrimination in Healthcare
It’s 2022 — and LGBTQ discrimination in healthcare is still a thing
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