Renetta DuBose

Panel Topic: The Lived Experiences of PCOS Patients

Renetta DuBose is an award-winning journalist hailing from the shores of Lake Michigan where her hometown, Gary, Indiana is located. The Butler University graduate (’06 Go Dawgs!) holds a Bachelor’s degree in Media Arts (Journalism) with a Public Relations minor. She also holds a Master’s degree from the prestigious Public Affairs Reporting program (Journalism) at the University of Illinois at Springfield (’07). For nearly 20 years, Renetta has evolved into an award-winning journalist, sought after communications expert with strong community leadership ties and a passionate health advocate, focusing on women’s health, reproductive and maternal health justice and HIV and AIDS awareness and prevention.

As a pivotal member of the Patient Advocacy Board for PCOS Challenge: The National Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Association, Renetta has championed the cause of women’s health, raising awareness and advocating research, funding and better healthcare policies and practices for those affected by PCOS. Her work with other volunteers, most profoundly on Capitol Hill during PCOS Advocacy Days, has been instrumental in driving change and fostering a supportive community for patients.