believe in your power ...

The Glinda Factor celebrates the stories of women who influenced every aspect of America’s history, from sports to scientific breakthroughs. They all drew upon the power within them to follow their dreams and change our nation.

We all have the power within us to follow our dreams. Sometimes, however, that power can be hard to recognize — it's trusting in your abilities; it's embracing your strengths and accepting your weaknesses; it's being strong enough to ask for help along the way; it's never giving up.

I am thankful that I've been called and permitted to serve.
Susan La Flesche Picotte

American ingenuity has provided the spark for countless medical innovations which have improved the health and well-being of people (and animals!) around the world. Women have been on the cutting edge of medical progress throughout American history, navigating many roadblocks while changing our lives for the better.

The Glinda Factor is honored to highlight just a few Health Heroes who devoted their lives to saving lives. At a time where women were not welcomed in medical school, research labs, and operating rooms, they persevered and used their skill, creativity, and compassion to revolutionize the practice of medicine.