JAMA Clinical Reviews Recent Developments in Women’s Health Research at the NIH
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Jan 6, 2025 
Janine Austin Clayton, MD, is the Associate Director for Research on Women's Health at the NIH, dedicated to bridging knowledge gaps in women's health. She highlights the evolution of NIH policies since 1986, advocating for inclusive research that considers sex differences. Recent findings from studies like GTEC and MOTORPAC reveal crucial variations in health outcomes between genders. Clayton discusses new initiatives and funding opportunities aimed at fostering comprehensive women's health research, paving the way for personalized healthcare strategies.
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Importance of Women's Health Research
- Studying women's health is crucial for understanding human health overall.
- Sex as a biological variable significantly influences health outcomes, necessitating specific research on women.
History of Women's Health Research at NIH
- The NIH has a long history of focusing on women's health research, starting with encouraging inclusion in 1986.
- Key policies like the SABV policy in 2016 mandate considering sex as a biological variable in studies.
NIH's Cross-Cutting Focus on Women's Health
- Women's health research is a cross-cutting theme across all 27 NIH institutes and centers.
- Policies ensure consistent standards and address women's health across all scientific domains.