Understanding trends in shared reading to inform targeted literacy interventions in early childhood: A data snapshot

Background Evidence linking arts and health has been mounting, and the World Health Organization (WHO) compiled this evidence in a 2019 report.1 The report explains how the arts combine health-promoting factors (e.g., cognitive stimulation) with an intrinsic desire to experience beauty or creativity. Literature is one artistic medium that can support health and well-being. For …

Characteristics Associated with Miscarriages in Utah Nail Technicians

Abstract Objective: Previous studies suggest possible worker over-exposure to hazardous chemicals in nail salons. The purpose of this study was to identify exposure characteristics among nail technicians that might be associated with adverse reproductive health outcomes. Methods: Using a cross-sectional design, 937 nail technicians licensed in Utah were invited to complete an online questionnaire regarding …

The association between preconception polycystic ovary syndrome and gestational diabetes mellitus among women with and without pre-pregnancy hypertension: a cross-sectional study from Utah’s Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System Survey (2016-2021)

Abstract Objectives: The objective of this study is to test the association between preconception polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) using Utah’s Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (2016-2021). In addition, pre-pregnancy hypertension will be tested as a potential effect moderator. Methods: This cross-sectional study utilizes data from Phase 8 of the Utah …

Barriers to Healthy Eating and Physical Activity for Women of Color in Utah

Abstract Background: Physical inactivity and unhealthy eating are associated with morbidity and mortality, elevating health disparities in underserved communities. This study aims to identify common barriers to fruit/vegetable consumption and physical activity and explore factors associated with these barriers in women of color living in urban Utah. Methods: The study involves secondary analysis of baseline …

Breast Cancer Risk and Assessment and Prevention in the Era of Precision Medicine

Presenter: Lisa Larkin, MD, FACP, NCMP, IF, Founder and President of Concierge Medicine of Cincinnati, Founder and CEO of Ms. Medicine, President of The Menopause SocietyDate: 5/16/2024Brief Description: Discusses breast cancer epidemiology, risk factors, and a practical approach to identifying women at high risk for breast cancer due to both genetic and non-genetic causes in clinical practice, including …

Gendered Experiences of Climate Grief Amongst Undergraduate University Students at an R1 University

Presenter: Adrienne Cachelin, PhD, Director-SPARC Environmental Justice Lab & Jennifer Follstad Shah, PhD, Associate Professor, School of Environment and Society and SustainabilityDate: 5/16/2024Brief Description: Discusses research on gendered experiences of climate grief and the student experience of climate realities among undergraduate students at the University of Utah.Keywords/Main Subjects: Environmental health, griefCopyright: copyright Adrienne Cachelin and Jennifer Follstad Shah ©2024

Putting the Mouth Back into the Body: Oral Health in Relation to Overall Health

Presenter: Brenda Heaton, PhD, MPH, Associate Professor of Epidemiology and Health Services Research Associate Dean for Research – School of DentistryDate: 5/16/2024Brief Description: Discusses the separation of oral health from other healthcare in the United States, its consequences, inequities, and gendered effects.Keywords/Main Subjects: Oral health, health equity, utilization of care, periodontal disease, oral health disparityCopyright: copyright Brenda Heaton ©2024

EnvironMENTAL Panel Discussion

Moderator: Kirtly Parker-Jones, MDDate: 5/16/2024Brief Description: A three-presentation panel on intersections between environment and mental and physical health followed by a Q&A session with all presenters.Keywords/Main Subjects: Environmental health, mental health, suicide, altitude, depression, anxiety, air pollution, cancerCopyright: copyright Kirtly Parker-Jones, Emily DiBlasi, Shami Kanekar, & Anne Kirchhoff ©2024 First Presentation: Clinical and environmental risk factors in suicide deaths …

Panel Discussion (Session 2)

Moderator: Diana Brixner, PhD, Professor, Department of PharmacotherapyDate: 5/16/2024Brief Description: A three-presentation panel on pharmacogenomics testing for medication sensitivities followed by a short Q&A session.Keywords/Main Subjects: Pharmacogenomics, testing, medication sensitivities, research, gendered effects, drug outcomesCopyright: copyright Diana Brixner, Joseph Rower, & Ryan Nelson ©2024 First Presentation: Pharmacogenomics tests that are being done on our patients for understanding their medication …

Weight Bias: Providing weight-neutral care in healthcare

Presenter: Kary Woodruff, PhD, RDN, CSSD, Assistant Professor-Department of Nutrition and Intregrative PhysiologyDate: 5/16/2024Brief Description: Discusses weight bias in healthcare, including effectiveness of dieting practices, impact of weight stigma, weight-based discrimination, and a weight-inclusive approach to patient care.Keywords/Main Subjects: Weight bias, dieting, harms of dieting, weight stigma, weight-based discrimination, weight-inclusive healthcare, Health at Every Size (HAES)Copyright: copyright Kary Woodruff ©2024