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HealthyWomen Editors
The editorial team and staff of HealthyWomen.
Kim Ledgerwood
Editorial Director, HealthyWomen
As HealthyWomen’s editorial director, Kim oversees the production of all content and ensures that it is aligned with our mission, meets our high editorial standards and captures our brand voice.
Kim is an award-winning editor and copywriter with more than 25 years of experience. She started her career as a copywriter and broadcast producer at the Southeast’s largest full-service advertising agency, The Tombras Group. Since then, she has edited and written for a wide variety of clients, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to indie authors across multiple industries and topics.
She holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, as well as a master’s degree in communications/advertising from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
Kim lives in Maryland with her husband, three children and a menagerie of pets.
Jacquelyne Froeber
Senior Editor, HealthyWomen
Jacquelyne Froeber is an award-winning journalist and editor. She holds a BA in journalism from Michigan State University. She is the former editor-in-chief of Celebrated Living magazine and has editing and writing experience for print and online publications, including Health magazine, Coastal Living magazine and AARP.org.
As a breast cancer survivor, Jacquelyne encourages everyone to perform self-exams and get their yearly mammograms.
Rural Women’s Health: Opportunities for Innovation and Investment
Virtual Congressional Briefing: October 30, 2025 | 12 p.m. ET
Say It with Us: Acetaminophen Is Safe to Use During Pregnancy
The science is clear. No link has been found between autism and acetaminophen — and autism doesn’t have just one single cause. Read what the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has to say about using acetaminophen during pregnancy.
What Is the Mini Act and Why Do We Support It?
We urge policymakers to support the MINI Act to expand research, accelerate advancements in medical breakthroughs and improve access in healthcare.
Migraine Resource Guide
Use this list to find support, support groups and resources for migraine disease
Amplifying Voices in Endometriosis
We partnered with Omnia Education to elevate patient voices and improve endometriosis care through EndoVOICE
BIO International Convention 2025
The BIO International Convention 2025 is the most influential biotechnology event globally, convening over 20,000 life sciences leaders under the theme “The World Can’t Wait.” BIO offers a critical platform for forging partnerships, driving innovation, and accelerating global biotech development.
2025 ASCO Annual Meeting
The ASCO Annual Meeting is the world’s largest oncology gathering, where more than 40,000 clinicians, researchers, and industry leaders come together to share the latest advances shaping the future of cancer research and patient care.
The Great Girlfriends Podcast: Why COPD Is the 6th Leading Cause of Death in the U.S.
Jean Wright, CEO of the COPD Foundation, and Demeshia Montgomery, COPD patient advocate, share a powerful conversation on battling COPD and the fight for awareness
The Great Girlfriends Podcast: The Surprising Signs Your Body Might Be Battling Lupus
Jessica Williams, M.D., MPH, and patient advocate Tracy Wilson uncover silent symptoms, Tracy’s life-changing diagnosis journey, and the path to thriving with lupus
Understanding the Latest Updates to Covid-19 Vaccine Guidance
Get the latest on the recent changes to Covid-19 vaccine recommendations
Capitol Conversations: Maintaining Investments in New Innovation (MINI) Act
A new policy initiative that will bring together leading healthcare providers, patients and policymakers to examine relevant issues in women’s health.





















