Utah Women's Health Review
Beyond Access: Investing in Women’s Health and Well-Being in Utah presented by Sharon Talboys, PhD, MPH, Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, University of Utah Cultivating Culturally-Based Wellness: An Experiential DiabetesPrevention Program with Refugees presented by Blessing Otesanya, Department of Health and Kinesiology, University of Utah Enhancing Screening & Referral Practices for Paternal Postnatal Depression …
Abstract Background: While plausible mechanisms exist for an association between endometriosis and hypertriglyceridemia, prior studies have shown inconsistent findings, possibly due to the inability to assess endometriosis severity or subtypes. Objectives: Among 473 premenopausal individuals undergoing gynecologic laparoscopy, the present study assessed the association between incident endometriosis and non-fasting serum triglycerides. Methods: Participants were recruited …
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Abstract Objectives: To investigate whether epilepsy folklore, the belief that epilepsy is caused by supernatural phenomena, is a barrier to accessing neurologic care in the Hispanic/Latinx community and, if so, to what degree. Methods: In this single-center cross-sectional study, adults were selected who self-identified as Hispanic/Latinx with a diagnosis of epilepsy as determined by an …
Introduction Infant mortality in the US is frequently caused by adverse birth outcomes, particularly by low-birth-weight (LBW) and preterm births (PTBs).1 In 2021, the U.S. recorded its highest PTB, accounting for 10.5% of all live births.2 These outcomes are shaped by a complex interplay of maternal risk factors, including health behaviors, exposures to acute and …
Background The soil-dwelling pathogenic fungus Coccidioides is native to the Southwestern United States and parts of South America. Coccidioides causes coccidioidomycosis in humans, or Valley fever (VF), through inhalation of airborne fungal spores.1 VF is predominantly a respiratory disease, but can manifest in any organ system.2 About 60% of cases are asymptomatic.3 The remaining 40% …
Abstract Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection, with nearly all sexually active individuals exposed to it at some point in their lives. While most HPV infections resolve on their own, persistent infections with high-risk strains, particularly HPV-16 and HPV-18, can lead to cervical cancer. The HPV vaccine is highly effective in …
More than 30 million Americans are currently living with diabetes—approximately 1 in every 10 people.1 Of these cases, over 90% are classified as type 2 diabetes. 2 Diabetes is more prevalent within certain populations and age groups, with risk generally increasing with age. While about 10% of the overall adult population has diabetes, this figure …
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Abstract Cigarette smoking remains a leading preventable source of morbidity and death among women in the United States. This data snapshot examines the intersection of smoking behavior, mental health, and social health among Utah women, a state with unique demographic and cultural influences on health behavior. While Utah’s smoking prevalence is lower than that of …
Background This data snapshot presents a comparative analysis of the mental health of women in Utah relative to the national average for women across the United States. It explores the factors that contribute to the notably higher rates of depression among women in Utah compared to the national average. The study explores key questions, including …
Background Stillbirth, sometimes called fetal mortality, is a public health issue that spans many of the seven domains of health. However, stillbirth remains relatively undiscussed and unexplored. Even the definition is not widely agreed upon across states and nations.1 In Utah, stillbirth is defined as a baby of at least 20 weeks gestational age being …