Frequently Asked Questions
What inspired the creation of Our Health ROI?
What inspired the creation of Our Health ROI?
A social media comment sparked me—a passionate NIH supporter—to build this site so people can understand its importance.
How does Health ROI help users advocate for NIH funding?
How does Health ROI help users advocate for NIH funding?
It shows how NIH funding helps specific medical conditions and gives users an easy way to contact Congress directly.
Why does NIH funding matter personally to you?
Why does NIH funding matter personally to you?
I've directly benefited from NIH-funded medical procedures, and I refuse to see those opportunities disappear.
Is Health ROI affiliated with the government or any political organizations?
Is Health ROI affiliated with the government or any political organizations?
Nope—it's just me, a concerned, unfunded citizen, though I'd gladly partner with others who share this cause.
Who should use Health ROI?
Who should use Health ROI?
Every American who relies—or might someday rely—on medical technology.
What impact do you hope Health ROI will have?
What impact do you hope Health ROI will have?
I want this to move people to action, convincing both the public and Congress to protect NIH funding.
Is there any cost to use Health ROI?
Is there any cost to use Health ROI?
No, it's entirely free, even though maintaining the site does cost me personally.
How current is the information provided by Health ROI?
How current is the information provided by Health ROI?
It pulls from government APIs directly, so as long as they're updated, Health ROI will stay current.
How does Health ROI protect user privacy?
How does Health ROI protect user privacy?
We don't collect or store any user data—search details are only saved locally in your browser.
Beyond using Health ROI, how else can people get involved?
Beyond using Health ROI, how else can people get involved?
Join advocacy groups, support science-focused NGOs, attend protests, and, if necessary, back international organizations still supported by other governments.
I'm a developer, is there a way I can volunteer on this project?
I'm a developer, is there a way I can volunteer on this project?
YES! I'd love to have you on board! Please reach out to me via the contact form.