Jun 7, 2021 by Anjali A. Sarkar, PhD

Research continues to show a correlation between stress and physical health. Using functional MRI tests and frozen serum from four decades ago, the research team of one of our scientific council advisors — Dr. Jill Goldstein — has made an important discovery on the influence of stress during pregnancy on the brain development of their babies. Babies whose mothers had biomarkers of higher stress during their pregnancy have disruptions in how their brains process stress that are still apparent in middle age. These disruptions are different in female offspring than in male offspring.

Jan 14, 2021

The analysis found that at least 38 minutes of moderate intensity exercise each day was associated with the lower risk, which is a little more than the current recommendations of at least 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week.

Mar 4, 2021

Cardiovascular and metabolic derangements observed among adolescents with type 1 diabetes and obesity parallel those of youths with type 2 diabetes, suggesting a critical need for lifestyle management, data show.

Mar 8, 2021 by Michael Merschel

Today, there is a growing understanding of the importance of researching women's health and sex differences, but that was not always the case. Take a look back at the evolution of science to study women's health - some missteps we've overcome along the way - and the need for a continued focus on women's health and sex differences.

Dec 8, 2020

“Exercise can’t entirely reverse the effects of declining estrogen on the body,” the University of Colorado’s Kohrt says. “But there are so many potential health benefits, regardless of what you do. Anything is better than nothing—and it’s never too late to start.”

Feb 18, 2021

An innovative study that examined hundreds of factors linked to heart failure found one dietary factor that may lower risk: drinking coffee.

Nov 23, 2020

With COVID-19 cases surging around the world and a race for life-saving vaccines at the top of most people’s minds, focusing on happiness during the pandemic might seem petty. But it’s actually more important now than ever, said Laurie Santos, PhD, keynote speaker at the Nov. 11 Center for Women’s Health Research Annual Community Event.

Nov 5, 2020 by Devin Lynn

Community outreach is a central tenet of the CWHR. Research is a powerful tool for improving the lives of women and men around the world, but it is critical that they are given the necessary information. Partnerships like the one with AMG provide critical avenues for disseminating information to the community.

Sep 22, 2020 by Devin Lynn

A sincere welcome to our newest Advisory Board Member Jim Linfield! Jim joined the Advisory Board in July and is excited to work alongside our faculty and staff to further women’s health and sex differences research.

Aug 25, 2020 by Devin Lynn

The CWHR is empowering women to ask questions and advocate for their own health, by arming them with the knowledge and data about how various health issues impact women specifically. Sex differences research helps all people by determining the differences and the optimal treatments for women and their families.

Jul 27, 2020 by John Anderer

According to a new study conducted at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Moreover, researchers found that peer mentorships are oftentimes more accessible, helpful, and effective than traditional mentor-mentee relationships.

Jul 9, 2020

Men and women are different — especially when considering risk factors for heart disease. Some conditions specific to women, such as endometriosis or premature menopause, are linked to an increased risk of heart disease and diabetes.

Jun 16, 2020 by Simon Fraser University

A new study provides further evidence of the link between depressive symptoms and an increased risk of heart disease and early death.

Jun 1, 2020 by Nicholas Bakalar

New research shows that women who have had a prior miscarriage have a greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes in the future. While the exact reason for this connection is unknown, the authors proposed two possible explanations - 1) prediabetes at the time of the miscarriage may have led to that pregnancy loss as well as future type 2 diabetes; or 2) there is a genetic background linking risk for miscarriage and risk for type 2 diabetes.

Jun 19, 2020 by Mark Couch

Faculty at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus recently launched Researcher Management and Leadership Training on Coursera.org — a global learning platform partnering with leading universities and organizations to offer online education.

May 28, 2020

With May being Mental Health Month, we sat down with Neill Epperson, MD, professor and chair of the CU Department of Psychiatry, for a wide-ranging conversation about expanding mental health resources and services to the CU Anschutz Medical Campus and broader community in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, her new “Mind the Brain” podcast, the state of mental health in Colorado, and why the brain is so intriguing.

Apr 21, 2020 by C. Neill Epperson, MD

Dr. Neill Epperson, chair of the CU Department of Psychiatry and CWHR senior faculty, recently announced the availability of new resources from the CU Department of Psychiatry to address mental health issues during this time of uncertainty. These resources may help you cope with COVID-19 and prepare a resiliency plan for you and your family.

Apr 3, 2020 by Alisha Haridasani Gupta

The US is missing the boat on tracking sex differences in coronavirus infections. Researching sex differences and the immune system is important as we look for new treatments and a possible vaccine.

Mar 3, 2020 by Yoonkyung Chang Ji Sung Lee Ki-Jung Lee Ho Geol Woo Tae-Jin Song

You knew that a healthy diet, regular physical activity, and maintaining a healthy weight can prevent many cases of diabetes - now it appears that tooth-brushing frequently may also be protective. The benefits appear greater in women than in men, and in younger than in older people.

Mar 1, 2020

Strength training, also called resistance training or weight training, is particularly important. It brings many benefits. First, it makes your muscles stronger. That can help you keep up the activities you enjoy—at any stage of your life.