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When it comes to health care — and the research that informs it — it's time to include everyone.

Precise, effective medicine focuses on each individual’s biology, psychology, and medical history. This means understanding our unique needs to develop more inclusive treatments.

Women’s Health Research at Yale incorporates the study of women and the influence of sex and gender in science and medicine. We bring together Yale faculty from diverse fields. We respond to health questions women face and discover sex/gender differences that benefit all. We train the next generation of researchers and clinicians committed to improving the health of women. And we collaborate in advancing health policy. Learn more about how we're shaping the future of research.

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December 20, 2024

Creating a Brain Connectivity Blueprint to Address Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder, causing problems with memory, thinking, and behavior. It is the most common form of dementia, affecting an estimated 6.7 million Americans aged 65 and older, and is the sixth leading cause of death in the nation. Two-thirds of those with Alzheimer’s disease in the U.S. are women, yet having longer life expectancy does not fully explain this high prevalence. Carolyn Fredericks, MD, has dedicated her research career to understanding risk of and resilience to Alzheimer’s disease and is working to determine why this disorder is so much more common in women than men.

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Heart of the Matter

The most common cause of heart attack is a blocked artery, but it is not the only cause. Coronary vasospasm and microvascular disease have led to an under-diagnosis of heart disease, especially in women. A Women's Health Research at Yale study is changing that, providing greater insight into heart disease and accurate cardiac diagnoses for improved patient care.

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