President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump signed an executive order on Sunday creating a Women's Health Division at the National Institutes of Health and a White House Women's Health Task Force, the White House announced.
The action aims to close research gaps and modernize care for women, according to the White House.
Executive Order Details
The new Women's Health Division at the NIH will focus on advancing research specifically for women's health conditions. The accompanying White House Women's Health Task Force is designed to coordinate efforts across federal agencies to improve women's health outcomes.
The White House shared the announcement on social media, stating: "TODAY AT THE WHITE HOUSE: President Donald J. Trump & First Lady Melania Trump sign an executive order creating a Women's Health Division at the NIH & a White House Women's Health Task Force, aiming to close research gaps & modernize care for women."
Signing Ceremony
The signing took place at the White House, with the event highlighted as a key initiative of the administration. The White House account noted that further coverage would be available during a scheduled appearance at 11 AM EST.
This executive order marks a significant step in addressing women's health issues through dedicated research infrastructure and interagency cooperation.
