1. United States
2. Fla.
3. Letter

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has canceled its landmark study focused on women's health, citing funding constraints and structural barriers. This decision represents a significant setback for advancing our understanding of conditions that disproportionately impact women. It is imperative that we prioritize robust funding for the NIH to conduct comprehensive, long-term research initiatives dedicated to improving women's health outcomes. By investing in this critical area, we can address knowledge gaps, develop innovative treatments, and ultimately enhance the well-being of women across all demographics. I urge you to advocate for increased federal funding allocation to the NIH, enabling them to reinstate and expand studies centered on women's health needs.