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Spring break travel season is on the horizon. If you're planning a trip in the near term, or looking to get a jump start on summer season travel plans, you can help raise funds for the Rowan Foundation by booking any of your travel plans through Adam Endick Travel. Learn more here: bit.ly/travel_26

Introducing "In Her Words," a digital storytelling campaign for Blood Clot Awareness Month. Real experiences shared to strengthen awareness. Read the press release: bit.ly/Storytelling_release

Your body. Your future. Your decision. Birth control is your choice, and understanding blood clot risk is part of making it a safe one. Visit our website for trusted information to guide your contraception decisions: bit.ly/decision-making26

Birth control may impact how women respond to—and remember—emotionally-charged experiences How important are positive and negative memories?

New reporting highlights research from Rice University suggesting hormonal birth control may influence not just emotions, but how women remember emotionally charged experiences. Another reminder that reproductive & mental health are closely connected and worth informed conversation. bit.ly/4rc6nkd

Whether you’re lucky enough to have the day off for Presidents’ Day or you’re at your desk powering through, we hope your week is off to a good start. Here’s to small moments, warm coffee, and making the most of whatever this Monday brings.

Happy Valentine’s Day 💜
Community, care, and connection today.

Happy Galentine’s Day to our incredible community 💜 We’re grateful for every woman here, for your support, curiosity, and care for one another. To the gals who lift each other up, today’s a great excuse to text a friend and maybe share a little women’s health info too: bit.ly/womenandclotting

Movement matters in every season. Staying active in winter supports circulation and may help lower the risk of blood clots, whether you’re outdoors or finding ways to move indoors. Read winter fitness tips from the American Heart Association: bit.ly/4bA6D7H

Angella spent three months in the hospital and a rehab center after blood clots in her leg and lungs. Initially misdiagnosed, she realized how this could have altered her life. Now, Angella advocates for others. Read her full story here: bit.ly/angella_story

Heart attacks don’t always look the same, especially for women. In a report from @fox12oregon, doctors discuss how hormone therapy during menopause may increase cardiac and clot risk for some women, and why individualized care matters. Watch the report here: buff.ly/fO2sIqp

Blood clot risks aren’t always obvious. That’s why we put them in writing. Use this simple checklist to review common risk factors and start informed conversations with your healthcare provider: bit.ly/risks-checklist26

Patriots? Seahawks? 🏈 Either way, enjoy the weekend!

We hope your team comes out on top. 😉 🏈

#superbowl2026

Take a few minutes today and check out this list of blood clot signs and symptoms. If you or someone you know experiences any of the signs of a blood clot, seek medical attention. And, share this list with the women...and men...in your life! You might just save a life.

Sharing medical stories about blood clots, especially those linked to birth control, pregnancy, or hormone therapy, can raise awareness and empower affected individuals. If you or someone you know has experienced this, consider sharing your story here: bit.ly/mystorymyvoice26.

LSU Ties Obesity, Estrogen to Higher Blood Clot Risk A research team led by Dr. Rinku Majumder from LSU Health New Orleans has published a groundbreaking study in the prestigious Journal of Clinical

New research from LSU Health Sciences Center shows obesity and estrogen-based medications can increase blood clot risk in premenopausal women by reducing Protein S levels, a natural anticoagulant. This could be vital for cancer care discussions too. Consult your healthcare provider: buff.ly/Q6TT84B

If you're considering your birth control options, get all the information you need to know to make a choice that meets your specific healthcare needs. Learn more and access a blood clot risk self-screener: bit.ly/HBC_info

February is Heart Month, a great time to explore cardiovascular risks linked to hormonal contraception. Learn from @webmd how to reduce heart health risks when considering birth control. Visit: bit.ly/3RgFWZs

Winter weather continues to impact parts of the country, and we hope those affected are staying safe. When ready, consider planning a warm escape. Booking winter travel through Kendick Travel supports the Rowan Foundation: bit.ly/travel_26

Not sure what questions to ask about blood clots and women’s health? This checklist helps guide informed conversations with healthcare providers across life stages and risk factors. Save and share: bit.ly/checklist-26

Informed choice isn’t fear. It’s preparation. Explore trusted guidance on contraceptive decision-making from the Rowan Foundation: bit.ly/decision-making26

Breast cancer: Hot flash drug slows tumor growth even at low doses Megestrol, which helps treat hot flashes associated with menopause, may have the added benefit of slowing the growth of ER-positive breast tumors, a new trial has found.

New research in Nature Cancer suggests a menopause hot-flash treatment may also help slow growth in ER-positive breast cancer, even at low doses. Promising findings, with larger trials still needed. bit.ly/4pPJ5Ps

A family tree holds more than memories. It also carries clues about your health. Genetic clotting disorders can pass from one generation to the next. Starting a simple conversation about family health history could save a life. Learn more: bit.ly/genetic-clotting

Social media can start important conversations, but it can’t always hold the full picture. Clear, trustworthy resources on women’s health and clotting are here: bit.ly/resources-26

Women are sometimes told blood clot symptoms are “normal.” Shortness of breath, for example, can be brushed off or mistaken for anxiety. Knowing the signs can help you ask better questions when something doesn’t feel right: bit.ly/sx-vte Have you ever been told something was normal when it wasn’t?

Your story could help another woman feel seen, informed, or protected. We invite you to share your clotting experience and be part of a growing community focused on women’s health and informed care. Share your story here: bit.ly/mystorymyvoice26

Something Went Wrong Dread Pap smears? Federal guidelines now allow for a self-swab HPV test

New federal guidelines expand cervical cancer screening options. Women ages 30–65 can now choose a self-administered HPV test instead of a Pap smear, improving comfort, access, and early detection. Learn more: www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...

Today we honor the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr, and the enduring truth of his words. His call to justice, compassion, and shared responsibility reminds us that our lives and our work are deeply connected.

Learn more about the Rowan Foundation and the work we do to improve awareness of blood clot risks in women’s health and support informed decisions.
bit.ly/our-work26

Blood clots can develop due to various risk factors. In women's health, three major life stages significantly heighten the risk, with estrogen playing a key role. Learn more: bit.ly/life-stage26

ANNOUNCEMENT: We’re proud to announce the launch of national writing scholarships for undergraduate women — including a first-of-its-kind award supporting women affected by blood clots and clotting disorders. Read the full press release: bit.ly/2026-scholar...