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    We are very proud that so many have volunteered their time and experience in moving the Howell Foundation forward.  Collectively, our team has more that 480 years of experience in the areas of academic research, medicine, business, finance, law, community and education.  Our philanthropic spirit is what keeps us focused on the road map towards women’s health.

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    Our outreach efforts are geared towards providing the latest information regarding women’s health to turn knowledge into action: events, speaker service and research support.
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    We seek to advance women’s health by encouraging students to pursue careers impacting women’s health in order to accelerate solutions to women’s health problems.

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    CEI’s goal is to support researchers working with community organizations to develop and evaluate programs designed to address issues affecting women’s health in the greater San Diego community.

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    "Unable are the loved to die, for love IS immortality" ~ Emily Dickinson

    "Unable are the loved to die, for love IS immortality" ~ Emily Dickinson

    December 2, 2018in Board of Directors

    It is with great sadness that we mourn the passing of a remarkable woman who was greatly loved and inspired us all.  She truly believed that the way to fight…

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    Women's Health starts with research: The Howell Foundation congratulates CSUPERB Scholarship Award Winners!

    Women's Health starts with research: The Howell Foundation congratulates CSUPERB Scholarship Award Winners!

    February 24, 2018in Howell-CSUPERB Scholarships

    Pictured above: 2018 Howell Scholars with HowellCo-Chair Kathleen Franklin & CSUPERB Executive Director, Susan Baxter Every year, during our first luncheon for the year, we ratify a partnership with CSUPERB…

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    Breast Cancer Awareness Reminder: have you checked yourself?

    Breast Cancer Awareness Reminder: have you checked yourself?

    October 21, 2016in Breast Cancer

    Learn the tips and tricks for breast self-examination and other Breast Cancer Awareness tools. Be vigilant, be aware and check regularly. Recognize the signs and symptoms of breast cancer. Early…

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    Being Grateful for all the Nurses that cross our path!

    Being Grateful for all the Nurses that cross our path!

    May 8, 2016in Latest News in Women's Health Research, Women's Health Awareness, Women's Health organizations in San Diego

    National Nurse’s week is celebrated May 6th to May 12th.  This incredibly noble profession isn’t always recognized as it should.  Aside from treating patients that can be very sick or…

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    Happy 20th!  And  Thank you! Celebrating 20 Years

    Happy 20th! And Thank you! Celebrating 20 Years

    November 13, 2015in Events, Fundraising, Women's Health organizations in San Diego

    Celebrating 20 years of Women’s Health Research! It was 20 years ago when the Soroptimist International of La Jolla helped establish the Doris A. Howell Foundation for Women’s Health Research…

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    Making the case for ‘why’ women’s health research: NOT a feminist issue.

    Making the case for ‘why’ women’s health research: NOT a feminist issue.

    October 24, 2015in Fundraising, Women's Health Awareness, Women's Health organizations in San Diego, Women's Health Research support

    Women’s health is not a feminist issue… it’s a gender one. We ARE different.  Could it be that feminist phenomena and the breaking of several glass ceilings have led to…

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    Color your Month Pink - Breast Cancer Awareness Month

    Color your Month Pink - Breast Cancer Awareness Month

    October 2, 2015in Breast Cancer, Women's Health Awareness, Women's Health organizations in San Diego, Women's Health Research support

    October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month For this Breast Cancer Awareness Month, check out some cool statistics and tips on how to spot breast cancer. Regular self-examinations, mammograms and doctor…

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    What Role Do Bacteria Play in Our Bodies? They are our Microbiome.

    What Role Do Bacteria Play in Our Bodies? They are our Microbiome.

    August 21, 2015in Events, Fundraising, Gut Health

      Q&A with Dr. Highlander A revolution in medicine has occurred over the past seven years involving the bacteria in and on your body, your “microbiome.” Someday soon you will…

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    Going beyond your generous financial support!

    Going beyond your generous financial support!

    August 17, 2015in Fundraising, Women's Health Research support

    Imagine the difference you can make when you give emerging researchers the financial support they need to begin discovering how to improve women’s health.  Imagine how research can positively impact…

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    Putting her Heart in her Work - Dr. Banka

    Putting her Heart in her Work - Dr. Banka

    February 3, 2015in Board of Directors, Women's Health organizations in San Diego

    As National Heart Health Month is here, it only seemed appropriate to sit and chat with Dr. Carole Banka, recently elected Chair of the Board of Directors for the Doris…

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    Changing of the Guard at the Doris A. Howell Foundation with New Executive Board Members

    Changing of the Guard at the Doris A. Howell Foundation with New Executive Board Members

    January 28, 2015in Board of Directors, Women's Health organizations in San Diego

    New Executive Board Members to Lead Foundation’s Efforts to Grow Women’s Health and Research Awareness in the San Diego Community.  Scholarship and Research Grant Funding are Priorities to Further Women’s…

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    The Doris A. Howell Foundation:  2014 at a Glance.

    The Doris A. Howell Foundation: 2014 at a Glance.

    December 29, 2014in Doris Howell Foundation, Women's Health organizations in San Diego

    2014 at a glance:  The Doris A. Howell Foundation for Women’s Health Research is committed to keeping the women we love healthy, advancing women’s health through research and educating women to be catalysts for…

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    Taking a Proactive Approach to Wellbeing in the Difficult Road of Depression vs Sadness.

    Taking a Proactive Approach to Wellbeing in the Difficult Road of Depression vs Sadness.

    October 25, 2014in Depression, Events, Women's Health organizations in San Diego

    The Howell Health and Happiness Series presentation “ Depression vs Sadness –  Learning to Know the Differences ” offered by Dr. Christina Zampitella provided an overview of pragmatic and realistic…

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    The Very Fine Line Between Depression and Sadness

    The Very Fine Line Between Depression and Sadness

    October 2, 2014in Depression, Doris Howell Foundation, Women's Health Awareness, Women's Health organizations in San Diego

    With so many similarities between depression and sadness, it is hard to know if we are truly depressed.  Learning to identify your feelings is the first step towards mental health.…

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    What Impact do Howell Scholars Have in Women's Health Research?  Does BRCA-1 Sound Familiar?

    What Impact do Howell Scholars Have in Women's Health Research? Does BRCA-1 Sound Familiar?

    October 1, 2014in Scholars: Where are they now?

    It is no secret that the Howell Foundation’s core mission is to fund scholarships for students to conduct their research in women’s health.  In participation with renown educational Institutions such…

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    Education is Key!  The 5 Things to Start Doing TODAY to Lower the Risk of Breast Cancer

    Education is Key! The 5 Things to Start Doing TODAY to Lower the Risk of Breast Cancer

    October 1, 2014in Breast Cancer

    Learn about Breast Cancer.  www.beyondtheshock.com created by the National Breast Cancer Foundation has the resources. Many of us have been touched directly or indirectly by breast cancer.  Even though significant…

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