Press Releases

The NWHN Begins Hosting Charley, an Online Chatbot That Helps Abortion Seekers Safely Navigate Their Options

By Adele Scheiber | Sep 12, 2023 | Comments Off on The NWHN Begins Hosting Charley, an Online Chatbot That Helps Abortion Seekers Safely Navigate Their Options

The chatbot is now fully accessible to all on the NWHN’s website.

The NWHN is Disappointed in the 5th Circuit Court’s Decision Regarding Mifepristone

By NWHN Staff | Aug 16, 2023 | Comments Off on The NWHN is Disappointed in the 5th Circuit Court’s Decision Regarding Mifepristone

Although the 5th Circuit Court’s decision does not go as far as anti-abortion advocates might have hoped, it is still a grave threat to abortion access.

The NWHN Applauds the FDA’s Decision to Make a Birth Control Pill Available Over-the-Counter

By Carter Ringo | Jul 13, 2023 | Comments Off on The NWHN Applauds the FDA’s Decision to Make a Birth Control Pill Available Over-the-Counter

OPill is the first over-the-counter birth control pill available in the U.S. It is safe, effective, and will increase access to contraception for millions of women nationwide.

The NWHN Executive Director’s Statement on the Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action Decision

By NWHN Staff | Jun 30, 2023 | Comments Off on The NWHN Executive Director’s Statement on the Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action Decision

The Network is appalled but not surprised by the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down racial and ethnic preferences in higher education admissions. We urge U.S. lawmakers to restore affirmative action and increase funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities and other schools that disproportionately serve communities of color.

A Statement on the Supreme Court’s Mifepristone Decision

By NWHN Staff | Apr 21, 2023 | Comments Off on A Statement on the Supreme Court’s Mifepristone Decision

The National Women’s Health Network applauds the Supreme Court for its decision to block the lower court’s ruling against Mifepristone, one of two medication abortion drugs, until the end of the legal proceedings.

As a Breast Cancer Survivor, I’ve Seen Firsthand How Early Detection and Clinical Trial Initiatives Save Lives

By NWHN Staff | Apr 12, 2023 | Comments Off on As a Breast Cancer Survivor, I’ve Seen Firsthand How Early Detection and Clinical Trial Initiatives Save Lives

For press inquiries about this op-ed, contact Director of Communications Adele Costa at acosta@nwhn.org or by phone at 631 – 538 – 6348.

The National Women’s Health Network’s Statement on the Nationwide Ban of Mifepristone

By NWHN Staff | Apr 7, 2023 | Comments Off on The National Women’s Health Network’s Statement on the Nationwide Ban of Mifepristone

We are gravely concerned about this new nationwide barrier to abortion access.

The National Women’s Health Network Launches Pilot Program Helping Nonprofit Grassroots Health Organizations Make Change in the Policy Arena  

By Adele Scheiber | Feb 28, 2023 | Comments Off on The National Women’s Health Network Launches Pilot Program Helping Nonprofit Grassroots Health Organizations Make Change in the Policy Arena  

Five community-based organizations to receive funding and technical assistance as part of the new Health Equity & Access Leadership Training Hub, or The HEALTH Program.

The NWHN’s Statement on the 2023 State of the Union Address

By Adele Scheiber | Feb 8, 2023 | Comments Off on The NWHN’s Statement on the 2023 State of the Union Address

The Network applauds President Biden’s multi-faceted health improvement agenda, and agrees we must finish the job.

THE NWHN HIRES A NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR  

By Adele Scheiber | Jan 10, 2023 | Comments Off on THE NWHN HIRES A NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR  

Denise Hyater-Lindenmuth (MA, MBA) brings over 30 years of experience to the Network managing top health care organizations.