PCOS Challenge: The National Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Association

We’re extremely grateful to the NYSE for helping us ring in the new year by elevating the voices of the millions affected by PCOS. Your support shines a powerful spotlight on those living with the condition and highlights the tireless work of advocates, researchers, and healthcare providers striving to improve the lives of those affected. Together, we’re bringing hope, awareness, and progress to the PCOS community. Here’s to a year of continued strength and collective action. #PCOS #PCOSAwareness #NYSE

DRIVING CHANGE FOR PCOS Advocates nationwide united in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, March 6th, for the 8th Annual PCOS Advocacy Day, urging lawmakers to prioritize polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)—a condition impacting millions yet remaining significantly underfunded and underserved. Led by PCOS Challenge: The National Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Association, patients, researchers, healthcare providers, industry professionals, and supporters came together to amplify patient voices, calling for increased research funding, improved diagnostic testing, and accelerated development of effective treatments. SPECIAL THANK YOU We extend sincere gratitude to our guest speaker, U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Congressional PCOS Caucus, and our sponsors, Allara Health and First Fertility, for your invaluable support. Special thanks also to U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (MA) for co-leading the Senate PCOS Awareness Month Resolution and U.S. Representative Don Bacon (NE-2), the newest Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Congressional PCOS Caucus, for your leadership and dedication to the PCOS community. 👉 TAKE ACTION: YOUR VOICE MATTERS Missed PCOS Advocacy Day? You can still help drive meaningful change for millions affected by PCOS. Take just 2 minutes to send a constituent letter today asking for their support of our health policy agenda: https://vist.ly/3mx3get. #pcos #pcoschallenge #pcossupport #health #womenshealth #adolescenthealth #mentalhealth #maternalhealth #hearthealth #fertility

Did you catch tonight's #Jeopardy? A boost for awareness as we head to Capitol Hill for #PCOSAdvocacyDay. pcos.ch/advocacy #PCOS #PolycysticOvarySyndrome #pcosadvocacy #prioritizePCOS #pcosawareness

ATTEND THE MOST IMPORTANT PCOS EVENT OF THE 2025! On Thursday, March 6, 2025, Join PCOS Challenge: The National Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Association for the eighth annual PCOS Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. REGISTER NOW https://pcos.ch/advocacy ABOUT PCOS ADVOCACY DAY PCOS Advocacy Day is a high-impact event dedicated to advancing policy efforts related to PCOS. This one-day initiative brings together patients, supporters, healthcare providers, researchers, community and industry leaders, and prominent advocates to meet with members of Congress and push for greater federal commitment to addressing PCOS. This event is an opportunity to: 1) Share your story; 2) Educate Members of Congress about PCOS; 3) Make the case for why more must be done now to advance PCOS research and care. PCOS ADVOCACY DAY WILL INCLUDE: On Thursday, March 6th – A mandatory morning briefing and training session from 8-10am, followed by meetings with participants’ members of Congress and Hill staff. PCOS Advocacy Day will conclude with a reception and debrief from 4-5:30pm. Virtual training sessions will be held for advocates prior to PCOS Advocacy Day. REGISTER NOW https://pcos.ch/advocacy Together, we are changing the future for millions affected by PCOS! #pcos #pcoschallenge #pcossupport #health #womenshealth #adolescenthealth #mentalhealth #maternalhealth #hearthealth #fertility

Here is wishing you and your family joy, peace and blessings this holiday season! Thank you for being a valued part of the PCOS Challenge community and for making a difference through your continued support and advocacy. We are extremely grateful to you! While the holiday season is meant to be full of cheer, we realize for many with PCOS this time of year can be difficult. Whether you are struggling with family, grieving a loss, or working through anything else, know that you are not alone. We are here for you. #happyholidays #merrychristmas #hanukkah #kwanzaa #pcos #pcossupport #pcoscommunity

⚠️ BBC News investigation reveals dangerous trend of influencers promoting unproven PCOS 'cures.' These unauthorized treatments can delay proper medical care and pose serious health risks. Learn more in this BBC article featuring PCOS Challenge: https://lnkd.in/eBPFvjBq. #PCOS #WomensHealth

Here's wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving full of love and gratitude! We are thankful for you all. We realize for many people the family pressures of Thanksgiving and the holiday season can be a lot to handle. Know that you are not alone and that your friends at PCOS Challenge support you. #thanksgiving #givethanks #love #thankful #happythanksgiving #pcos #pcossupport

Learn about new research studies and how they aim to impact PCOS care. #pcos #pcosawarenessmonth #pcoschallenge #health #womenshealth #research #pcosresearch

Join us this Tuesday, September 24th, at York University as the inaugural PCOS Tour comes to Toronto for an empowering and educational event co-hosted by The White Lotus Clinic and Schulich School of Business, York University. This 90-minute PCOS Symposium offers the opportunity to connect with others affected by PCOS, hear from experts, and discover effective ways to manage the condition. Enjoy an evening of discussion, support, and community building. Don't miss the largest event in Canada dedicated to PCOS. Sign up today and tell a friend! EVENT DETAILS Date: Tuesday, September 24th Time: 5:30-7:00 PM EDT Location: Seymour Schulich Building Room N109 111 Ian Macdonald Boulevard Toronto ON M3J1P3 Cost: Complimentary Admission REGISTER NOW - pcos.ch/pcos-tour We look forward to seeing you there. #pcos #pcosawarenessmonth #pcosawareness #pcossupport #pcoschallenge #canada #toronto #health #womenshealth

Join Us for PCOS Awareness Month! Have you registered for one of our PCOS Awareness Month community and partner events? This September, we’re launching the first-ever PCOS Tour, featuring workshops, patient-led community events, expert webinars, and more. Don’t miss your chance to learn from leading PCOS experts, discover helpful new resources, connect with others, and advocate for change! REGISTER NOW: https://vist.ly/3mfpy6g Explore the full list of PCOS Challenge and partner activities below and on the PCOS Awareness Month website. Find an opportunity to get involved near you or participate in the virtual events! PCOS Awareness Month Events – Be Part of the Movement! Sep 1 – World PCOS Day (Global Activities) Sep 1-30 – Turn It Teal Global Landmark Lightings Sep 1-30 – Virtual PCOS Stakeholder Posts (pcos.ch/my-story) Sep 3 – Webinar: Research-Driven Advancements in PCOS Care Sep 7 – Grovetown, GA (Patient-led Community Event by CRSA PCOS Support Group) Sep 11 – Virtual Webinar (Durham County DPH) Sep 12 – Orlando, FL (The IVF Center Sponsored Reception) Sep 14-21 – Caribbean Region (CMRH) Sep 19 – Atlanta, GA and Virtual (GA Reproductive and Maternal Health Equity Summit – Cade Foundation Event) Sep 21 – Vienna, VA (Patient-led Forest Therapy Walk by Daphne Yin and Ilana Rubin) Sep 22 – Denver, CO (CU Anschutz Department of Psychiatry Community Event) Sep 24 – Toronto, Canada (York University and White Lotus Clinic Sponsored Community Event) Sep 26 – Virtual Webinar (MoMMa’s Voices + PCOS Challenge Maternal Health-focused Virtual Event) Sep 28 – Shreveport, LA (Patient-led 5K Walk by Cajun Cyster of NWLA)