Women’s History Month

The Women Who Paved the Way for Informed Consent Laws in the U.S.

By Carter Ringo | Mar 28, 2023 | Comments Off on The Women Who Paved the Way for Informed Consent Laws in the U.S.

What do operations on the wrong ear, unauthorized removals of foot bones, and forced hysterectomies from 100 years ago have to do with informed consent today? Keep reading to find out.

Pioneer Midwives, A Surgeon with a Secret, and Other Women’s Health Heroes You Probably Didn’t Learn About in School

By Ginnefine Jalloh | Mar 8, 2022 | Comments Off on Pioneer Midwives, A Surgeon with a Secret, and Other Women’s Health Heroes You Probably Didn’t Learn About in School

In honor of Women’s History Month, our team at the National Women’s Health Network dug deep into the archives to bring you the lives of five lesser-known historical women in medicine. Read on to learn all about them and their important contributions to the health care landscape today. Warning – you just may fall into a few biographical rabbit holes!

NWHN Wishes You a Happy Women’s History Month!

By NWHN Staff | Mar 22, 2016 | Comments Off on NWHN Wishes You a Happy Women’s History Month!

“Who runs the world?” If you said anything other than “Girls!” go step outside and bring yourself up to speed, my dear Cro-Magnon. Once you’ve caught up, feel free to cheer loudly and join us in the 21st century as we celebrate Women’s History Month.