Infertility's impact on long-term health in Hispanic women with Mexican heritage
Infertility and Long-Term Health Outcomes Among Hispanic Women with Mexican Heritage
This study looks at how infertility might affect the long-term health of Hispanic women with Mexican heritage, especially regarding risks for conditions like cancer and heart disease, to better understand their unique health challenges.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Arizona NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tucson, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10869530 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term health outcomes of Hispanic women with Mexican heritage who experience infertility. It focuses on understanding how infertility may increase the risk of conditions such as cancer and cardiometabolic diseases later in life. By utilizing data from the Mexican Teachers' Cohort, which includes detailed reproductive health information and health outcomes over 18 years, the study aims to identify specific infertility diagnoses and their associated health risks. This research seeks to fill the gap in knowledge regarding the unique health challenges faced by this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Hispanic women with Mexican heritage who have experienced infertility.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Hispanic or who have not experienced infertility may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health monitoring and interventions for Hispanic women facing infertility.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated significant health risks associated with infertility, but this specific focus on Hispanic women is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Tucson, United States
- University of Arizona — Tucson, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Farland, Leslie V — University of Arizona
- Study coordinator: Farland, Leslie V
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.