Women

This study tests whether a single dose of equol, a compound made from soy, can improve blood vessel function in postmenopausal women with and without chronic kidney disease (CKD). Researchers will measure changes in artery health over a few hours after taking equol. The goal is t…

This study tests a program to help Black women in Baltimore start taking PrEP, a medication that prevents HIV. The program addresses challenges like intimate partner violence and racism that can make it hard to get PrEP. About 300 Black women who are HIV-negative and at risk will…

This study tests whether a generative AI chatbot can help new mothers learn about pelvic floor health and reduce feelings of loneliness after childbirth. Researchers will compare standard postpartum care with or without access to the chatbot over 4 weeks. The trial involves 130 f…

This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) goggles during a colposcopy can lower women's anxiety, stress, and pain. About 60 women scheduled for the procedure will either receive standard care or wear a VR headset showing calming content. The goal is to see if this simpl…

This study tests whether a non-invasive nerve stimulation technique, called transcutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (TTNS), can reduce pain and improve quality of life in women with primary dysmenorrhea (painful periods). Thirty-two women aged 20-25 will receive either TTNS plus …

This pilot study from the University of Toronto is testing how easy and enjoyable three different exercise programs are for women in perimenopause—the years leading up to menopause. The programs include moderate-intensity exercise, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), and str…

This early study tests whether a drug called gemtesa (used for overactive bladder) can improve blood vessel function in women aged 18 to 70. Researchers want to see if targeting beta3 receptors in blood vessels can help them relax and improve blood flow. The trial involves 60 hea…

Researchers at George Washington University are studying how a single 30-minute aerobic exercise session affects gut bacteria and their metabolites in premenopausal women. The study includes 40 women with different fitness levels and body mass indexes, both with and without obesi…

This observational study will survey over 300 Ukrainian women to understand how war influences their decisions about pregnancy and childbirth, and their mental health during the perinatal period. Participants will complete questionnaires about their well-being, reproductive choic…

This study looks at whether teaching female undergraduate dieters about genetics and healthy eating can shift their beliefs about weight control. Participants will watch educational videos and complete questionnaires on body image, self-esteem, and eating habits. The goal is to s…

This study is following 300 people in Norway who have had a spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), a rare cause of heart attacks, especially in women. Researchers will use scans, blood tests, and questionnaires to track their health for one year. The goal is to better und…

This study looks at how blood flow and the nervous system adapt early in aging women. Researchers will measure forearm blood flow in 64 women aged 18-70. The goal is to better understand these changes, not to test a treatment.