Letter from the Editor, Karen Schliep, PhD MSPH, 2022

Welcome to the fourth annual issue of The Utah Women’s Health Review! On behalf of the editorial board and our dedicated staff, we are thrilled to present a diverse collection of original manuscripts that explore the intricacies of women’s health across the 7 Domains of Health. In these eleven thought-provoking contributions, our authors delve into …

Socio-Demographic Disparities in SARS-CoV-2 Illness Severity; Utah, 2020 

Abstract Objectives: To describe differences in COVID-19 illness severity by race, ethnicity, age, and gender in a Utah population-based sample by examining the likelihood of severe outcomes along an expanded illness severity index. Methods: This cross-sectional study uses clinical records of individuals tested for SARS-CoV-2 between March 10, 2020, and July 10, 2020, at University …

Letter from the Editor, Karen Schliep, PhD MSPH, 2021

Women’s Health Review has continued to grow in marvelous ways. We are excited to introduce the 2021 issue, which includes thirteen original manuscripts—seven research articles, three commentaries, and three data snapshots. Additionally, we provide a link to the recorded proceedings from the 2021 “Sex, Gender, and Women’s Health Across the Lifespan Virtual Symposium” and three …

What Role Does Hispanic/Latina Ethnicity Play in the Relationship Between Maternal Mental Health and Preterm Birth?

Abstract Objective: To investigate the association of prepregnancy and prenatal depression and/or anxiety on preterm birth (PTB), while also exploring Hispanic/Latina ethnicity as a potential effect modifier. Methods: Study population included respondents of  UT-PRAMS (2016–2019). Associations between prepregnancy and prenatal depression and/or anxiety and PTB were evaluated using Poisson regression models accounting for stratified survey …

Association Between Pre-pregnancy and Pregnancy Physical Abuse, Partner-related Stress, and Post-partum Depression: Findings from the Utah Pregnancy Risk Assessment and Monitoring System (UT-PRAMS), 2016-2018

Research Synopsis Study question: What is the relationship between pre-pregnancy and pregnancy physical abuse, stressful life events, and post-partum depression (PPD)? What’s already known: Previous research has shown that physical abuse occurring during pre-pregnancy and prenatal is associated with PPD, but limited research has investigated the interplay between physical abuse, life stress, and PPD. What …

Sex and Gender Differences in Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia

Title: Sex and Gender Differences in Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease and Related DementiaPresenter: Karen Schliep, PhD, MSPH, University of Utah Department of Family and Preventative MedicineDate: 5/12/21Brief Description: Discussing sex and gender differences regarding the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementiaKeywords/Main Subjects: Alzheimer’s disease, sex and gender differences, dementiaCopyright: copyright Karen Schliep ©2021Contact: karen.schliep@utah.edu Q&A: https://youtu.be/qFPrzUVE8CY

The Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI): An Early Cross-Sectional Analysis of PRAMS Phase 8 Data on Hospital Practices and Breastfeeding Outcomes in Utah and Wyoming

Abstract Introduction: Breastfeeding has immediate and long-term benefits for both maternal and child health.  This study examines the association between Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) experiences and breastfeeding outcomes in the Mountain West region. Methods: A cross-sectional (retrospective secondary data analysis) was performed using the 2016 Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) data. The participants were …

The Association Between Preconception Body Mass Index and Subfertility Among Hispanic and non-Hispanic Women: A Cross-Sectional Study from Utah’s Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System Survey (2012–2015)

Abstract Objective: To investigate the association between pre-pregnancy body mass index (BMI) and subfertility within a population-based cohort, exploring Hispanic ethnicity as a potential effect modifier. Methods: We used cross-sectional study data from the Utah Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System from 2012–2015. Relationships between maternal pre-pregnancy BMI and subfertility were evaluated via Poisson regression models …

Sex Differences in Subjective Cognitive Decline: Findings from BRFSS (2015–2018)

Title: Sex Differences in Subjective Cognitive Decline: Findings from BRFSS (2015–2018)Presenter: Karen Schliep, PhD, MSPH; University of Utah, Department of Family and Preventive MedicineContributors: Lily Gu, University of Utah; Fares Qeadan, PhD, University of UtahDate: 5/14/20Brief Description: Studying potential risk factors of subjective cognitive decline with a focus on sex differencesKeywords/Main Subjects: Subjective cognitive decline (SCD), …