Women’s Health Study

The National Institutes of Health, Apple, and the Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health announced their research partnership for a major long-term study of women’s health. The collaboration will permit researchers to study conditions including pregnancy, infertility, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), menopausal transition, and osteoporosis. 

Read more: https://www.nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/nih-partners-apple-harvard-university-womens-health-study

Epigenetics

Certain aspects of genetics, such as passing genes to future generations, are fairly straightforward and well known, at least generally. A less well-known concept is that of "epigenetics." Whereas genetics involves genes inherited from parents, grandparents, and so on, epigenetics concerns how changes in those genes can be generated by the environment, age, and lifestyle.

Read more: https://orwh.od.nih.gov/about/director/messages/epigenetics-and-health-future-generations

Moms’ Mental Health

Pregnancy and a new baby can bring a range of emotions. In fact, many women feel overwhelmed, sad, or anxious at different times during their pregnancy and even after the baby is born. For many women, these feelings go away on their own. But for some women, these emotions are more serious and may stay for some time. 

 Read more: https://www1.nichd.nih.gov/ncmhep/initiatives/moms-mental-health-matters/moms/Pages/default.aspx

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