Women’s Health Matters.

Your Story Matters.

About WHRAC

Women’s Health Research & Action Center (WHRAC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing women’s health through research, storytelling, and community care.

From infertility to endometriosis to pregnancy loss, we’re working to ensure that women’s health is seen, heard, and supported.

Meet the team β†’

What We Do

Upcoming events

  • Supporting friends, family, and colleagues through infertility & miscarriage

    πŸ“… Thursday, October 9, 2025, 6:00 PM CT
    πŸ“ Online (closed event)

    WHRAC team members will present during the Alumnae-i Network for Harvard Women’s Women’s Wellness Week series. This workshop will share practical ways to support loved ones navigating infertility and miscarriage, highlight common missteps, and offer tools to foster compassion and care in our communities.

  • PMDD Uncovered: Understanding the Cycle Behind the Struggle

    πŸ“… Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 1:00 PM CT
    πŸ“ Online via Zoom

    This interactive webinar will explore what PMDD is, how it differs from PME and bipolar disorder, biological factors that may contribute, and ways to improve care and advocacy.

  • Life After Loss 5K & Fun Run

    πŸ“… Saturday, October 18, 2025, 8:00 AM CT
    πŸ“ MacGregor Park, Houston, TX

    WHRAC will participate as a vendor at the Life After Loss 5K, hosted by Missing Pieces Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Group. Visit our table for resources, encouragement, and to learn more about our programs.

  • San Antonio Walk of Hope

    πŸ“… Sunday, October 26, 2025, 1:00 PM CT
    πŸ“ Olmos Basin Park, San Antonio, TX

    WHRAC will participate as a vendor at this inspiring community walk hosted by RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association. We’ll share resources and encouragement to support people on their family-building journeys.

  • ASRM 2025 Scientific Congress & Expo

    πŸ“… Monday, October 27, 2025 β€” 10:45 AM–12:15 PM CT
    πŸ“ San Antonio, TX

    Oral Presentation: A Closer Look at Public Opinion of IVF Access and Insurance Coverage: Variations by Political Affiliation and Sociodemographic Factors

    Session: Oral Abstract Session: Law, Policy & Advocacy

  • APHA 2025 Annual Meeting & Expo

    πŸ“… Monday, November 3, 2025 at 7:30 AM CT / 8:30 AM ET
    πŸ“ Washington, DC

    Oral Presentation: Lifetime Infertility Prevalence and Public Opinion of State Policies in Support of In Vitro Fertilization in the United States

    Session: Advancements and Barriers in Contraceptive and Fertility Care Access Across Health Systems

  • WHRAC Happy Hour at the APHA 2025 Annual Meeting & Expo

    πŸ“… Tuesday, November 4, 2025
    πŸ“ City Tap House Penn Quarter, Washington, DC

    Join us for an informal WHRAC gathering during the APHA Annual Meeting at 5:30 PM.