WomenHeart: The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease

09/09/2026

PCOS has a new name: PMOS, or Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome.

The change is more than a new acronym. The previous name, Polycystic O***y Syndrome, placed the focus on ovarian “cysts,” even though the condition is much more complex and affects hormonal and metabolic health throughout the body.

The new name better reflects that broader picture:

Polyendocrine recognizes the involvement of multiple hormone systems.
Metabolic reflects the condition’s effects on metabolism.
Ovarian recognizes its effects on ovarian function.

The name was selected following a global consensus process that included women with lived experience alongside healthcare professionals and patient and professional organizations.

For WomenHeart, the inclusion of metabolic is especially important. PMOS can be associated with cardiovascular risk factors, reinforcing why heart health should be part of the conversation about this condition.

This , we’ll be sharing more about PMOS and what women should know about the connection to their heart health.

09/09/2026

Someone’s work in women’s heart health deserves to be recognized.

Maybe it’s a clinician who changed a woman’s experience of care. A researcher helping close gaps in what we know. An advocate pushing for change. A community leader making heart health information and support more accessible.

The 2027 Wenger Awards recognize people helping move women’s heart health forward.

Know someone? Nominate them by September 11.

🔗 womenheart.org/nominations

09/08/2026

Save the date for WomenHeart’s 2027 Heart Health IS Women’s Health Forum.

On February 8, 2027, we’ll come together in Washington, D.C. for a day centered on women’s heart health, followed by the Wenger Awards Celebration that evening.

There is much more to share in the months ahead. For now, mark your calendar and stay tuned.

📅 February 8, 2027
📍 Fairmont Washington, D.C.

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we’re recognizing the people whose work strengthens our communities, including the healthcare professionals, advocates, researchers, caregivers, and countless others working to improve the health and well-being of women.

We’re grateful for the many hands and hearts behind progress in women’s health.

Wishing our community a safe and restful Labor Day. ❤️

09/05/2026

WomenHeart Champion Jane Pick brought women’s heart health education to the UCLA/VA Veterans Wellness Center, where she spoke with attendees about recognizing symptoms and knowing when to seek care.

One conversation especially stayed with her. After discussing symptoms she had been experiencing, one woman committed to following up with a healthcare provider and left with WomenHeart resources in hand.

That is advocacy in action: sharing information that can help someone take the next step for her health.

👏 Thank you, Jane, for helping women recognize that heart disease is not “just a man’s disease.”

09/04/2026

Wenger Award nominations are still open, but not for long! ❤️

Know someone whose work is advancing women’s heart health? Nominate them by September 11.

Considering a nomination for the 2027 Wenger Awards?

Think about the individuals who consistently make a difference in the lives of women living with or at risk of heart disease.

They are the ones who:
• Advocate for better care and improved outcomes.
• Empower women to feel heard, informed, and supported.
• Lead through service, compassion, and action.
• Strengthen their communities through education, advocacy, research, clinical care, or volunteerism.

If someone comes to mind, we encourage you to recognize their impact by submitting a nomination.

🔗 Submit a nomination: https://womenheart.org/nominations

09/03/2026

PCOS/PMOS is often discussed in terms of reproductive health, but its effects can extend well beyond it.

Women with polycystic o***y syndrome may also have cardiovascular risk factors such as high blood pressure, abnormal cholesterol levels, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes.

That is why PCOS belongs in conversations about a woman’s long-term heart health.

This , we’ll be sharing more about the connection and what women can do with that information.

09/02/2026

September brings attention to several health conditions and risk factors that can intersect with heart health:

PCOS/PMOS Awareness Month
National Cholesterol Education Month
Blood Cancer Awareness Month
Healthy Aging Month
National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month
National ITP Awareness Month
National Sickle Cell Month

Throughout the month, we’ll share information and resources that help women better understand their health and take action.

We’ll be putting a special focus on PCOS and heart health, including the cardiovascular risks women with PCOS should know about, questions to ask their healthcare providers, and steps that can support long-term health.

Awareness is important. What we do with it matters, too.

09/01/2026

Staying on top of your heart health doesn’t mean doing everything at once. It can mean staying informed, taking small steps, and engaging with your health over time.

With the right information, support, and resources, women can take steps that make sense for their health and circumstances.

That is the work ahead, and the opportunity.