May 2021 eNews

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New Report Addresses Misdiagnosis of Heart Disease in Women
WomenHeart, in partnership with the Society to Improve Diagnosis in
Medicine, released a new report that presents ideas for
patient-centered research that could improve the diagnostic process
for women. The result of a collaborative meeting of experts funded by
a Eugene Washington PCORI Engagement Award, this is a great resource
for those who want to improve care for women with heart disease.
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HeartTalks on COVID-19 Vaccine
WomenHeart hosted a HeartTalks webinar with Dr. Karol Watson earlier
this month. Sponsored by Pfizer, the webinar discussed what women with
heart disease need to know about the COVID-19 vaccine, and two
WomenHeart Champions shared their experiences deciding to get the
vaccine. Watch it here.
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Application for 2021 Science & Leadership Symposium is Now Open
WomenHeart is currently recruiting women with heart disease to attend
our training for new WomenHeart Champions. Applicants must be a woman
with heart disease, at least 18 years old, and be three months out
since their most recent major heart event. The Science and Leadership
Symposium will take place virtually with Mayo Clinic faculty starting
in mid-September. The deadline to apply is July 7. Help spread the
word.
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WomenHeart Board of Directors Update
On May 11, WomenHeart announced that the Board of Directors elected
Kathy Webster as the new Chair of the Board. Kathy has been a
WomenHeart Champion since 2006 and has served previous terms on the
Board. Read the press release.

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Friends of Office of Research on Women's Health Launches
WomenHeart and several partner organizations launched a new coalition
this month to support the critical work of the NIH Office of Research
on Women's Health (ORWH). The Friends of ORWH will promote their
mission, programs and achievements. Click here to learn more or to
become an organizational member.
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