Middle age and older Americans spend an average of nine hours every day sedentary. Adult with type 2 diabetes engage in sedentary behavior approximately three hours more per week. The SitWise study aims to better understand sedentary behavior as it relates to cardiovascular health for older women with type 2 diabetes. The Ludeman Center's Dr. Mary Whipple is conducting this innovative study.
Two community leaders recently joined the Ludeman Family Center for Women's Health Research Advisory Board to continue their passion for women's health and sex differences research. Betty Arkell and Bill Ernstrom will be great additions to our outstanding board. We look forward to working with them.
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