American Heart Association
Go Red for Women Venture Fund Overview
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3
Time to read
5 mins
Publication
Language
English
Pages
3
Time to read
5 mins
Publication
Language
English
This document is a guide detailing the Go Red for Women Venture Fund, which aims to improve women's health by investing in companies focused on cardiovascular health, brain health, and related conditions. It outlines the significant disparities in healthcare for women, emphasizing that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death among women and that funding for women's health is critically low. The Go Red Fund seeks to address these issues by investing in companies that translate evidence-based science into products and services designed for women. The document highlights the fund's capital target of $75 million and its focus on various health conditions affecting women differently or disproportionately. It also discusses the economic impact of investing in women's health, suggesting that every dollar invested can generate substantial economic growth. The guide concludes by encouraging support for companies that can drive meaningful improvements in women's health outcomes.