Women's Health Areas of Research in the School of Health Professions

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Crystal Clark Douglas, PhD, RDN/LD, Dept of Nutrition & Metabolism
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Nutrition · Physical Function · Women's Health

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) need a way to choose healthy foods that reduces body weight and improves quality of life.

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Steven R. Fisher, PhD, PT, GCS, Dept of Physical Therapy
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Aging · Physical Function · Women's Health

Older women with urinary incontinence need a way to treat their condition in a way that doesn’t increase their ability to avoid falls and still enables safe participation in the life activities they enjoy.

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Elizabeth Lyons, PhD, MPH, Dept of Nutrition & Metabolism
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Aging · Physical Function · Women's Health

Older adult women need a way to improve their ability to participate in everyday physical functions in a way that is engaging and encourages sustained walking habits.

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