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At Organon, we believe a healthy pregnancy and childbirth are cornerstones of women’s health. Yet, significant barriers exist to necessary maternal health services in maternity care deserts. Dr. Charlotte Owens, MD, FACOG, Head of Medical Affairs & Outcomes Research at Organon & an OB/GYN, recently spoke with Pharmaceutical Executive to shed light on the individual and broader impacts of a lack of investment in high-quality maternal care. Read below for a few key takeaways from the conversation: 🤰 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗮 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗲 𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱.  Birth complications remain a significant challenge for women in the U.S. and globally, which may be due in part to a lack of access in areas where hospitals and birthing centers do not have the proper obstetric care. 👩 👨 👵 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗮𝗿-𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻, 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲.  Adverse outcomes for mothers extend beyond women and can have lasting social and economic effects on families and communities. 🤝 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗴𝗮𝗽𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰, 𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀-𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗱𝘂𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀. Organon is partnering with organizations and governments globally to help reduce the gaps in women’s health needs, including in maternal health, and to support research, funding and community action. #GenderEquity #WomensHealth

Despite postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) being one of the most common complications during childbirth, there has been little progress in the space. By investing in potential solutions to fill critical gaps in care, together with the global community, we can help shift the status quo so that every woman can access the best possible maternal care. #PPH #Postpartumhemorrhage #WomensHealth #MaternalHealth

Feelings of anxiety or fear can be common amongst women when they visit an OB/GYN, whether it’s their first-time or an annual check-up. Having open, direct conversations may help them feel supported so they can get the care they need. #WomensHealth #OBGYN

#Biosimilars compete with high-cost specialty brand biologics, which represent only 2% of all prescriptions but account for more than half of all pharmaceutical spending. Despite their potential cost-savings, biosimilar adoption has been slow. To learn how biosimilars aim to enhance patient access and affordability of treatment options, visit: https://ogn.llc/6041lio4l #OrganonBiosimilars #Dermatologists #Oncologists #Immunologists #Rheumatologists #Gastroenterologists #Opthamologists

Approximately 60% of teenagers have had sex by age 19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Some parents may feel uncomfortable initiating a conversation on sexual and reproductive health with their teens, but it can be just as important as a conversation with a healthcare professional. Having an open dialogue on topics like #contraception is a good way to empower young men and women to make informed decisions about their health. For resources to help parents with talking to teens about sex-related topics, visit: https://ogn.llc/6043l9Fut #SexualHealth #ReproductiveHealth

The playing field is level for the first time in the history of the games—with an equal number of male and female athletes competing. This investment in women’s sports must be met with equal investment in women’s health, so female athletes can prioritize their health, perform at their best and pursue their dreams. 🏅 #WomensHealth #WomenInSport

#Biosimilars have the prospect of making health care more affordable, offering the same benefits as originator biologics while potentially saving billions in taxpayer dollars. At Organon, we’re dedicated to enhancing patient access to these potentially more affordable medications.

#Breastfeeding has health benefits for babies and their moms, but many mothers stop sooner than they planned. Organon is proud to offer benefits like Milk Stork, which provides mothers a way to send milk home while they travel for business at no cost, and The Lactation Network which makes expert, insurance-covered lactation care easily accessible nationwide to help our working, nursing mothers feel supported to breastfeed as long as they want. #NationalBreastfeedingMonth #WorldBreastfeedingWeek

🎉 Congratulations to Rebecca Lowell Edwards on being named to PRovoke Media’s 2024 Influence 100! This prestigious list highlights the most influential in-house communicators globally, recognizing their exceptional work in navigating today’s complex world. Rebecca’s inclusion is a testament to her outstanding influence and leadership in the field. #Influence100 #CommunicationsLeadership

#WeAllBelong is one of Organon’s core values, and collaboration is a fundamental element of a company’s success. Listen as Julia Terskikh, Regional Sales Manager at Organon Russia, underscores its importance, as well as how she prioritizes mentoring her team, to help build an inclusive culture. She also reminds us to take time for ourselves at the end of a busy day. Interested in working at Organon? Visit https://ogn.llc/6043ljPgP to browse career opportunities.