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When it comes to health care — and the research that informs it — why leave anyone out?

We are all unique. And precise, effective medicine focuses on each individual’s biology, psychology, and medical history. That means taking into account, as much as possible, what makes us different.

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Women’s Health Research at Yale funds promising new approaches to understanding sex and gender differences. We bring together Yale faculty from different fields to answer real-world health questions and train the next generation of researchers and clinicians committed to advancing women’s health. We share our findings with the public and policymakers, so that everybody can make more informed health decisions.

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