Sexism in Science: Bias Beyond the Lab

CONCLUSION There’s no doubt that we’ve come far in this field and an improved concentration on exploring sex-based biology has resulted in a better understanding of sex differences–but we need to continue to such efforts in order to promote good health for all men and women. Clinical trials need to be designed to ensure not only the inclusion of, but also the recognition of their differences. Working toward inclusivity of medical research will benefit us all by increasing our understanding of what causes various illnesses and how to treat them. RESOURCES Primary  Society for Women’s Health Research: History Society for Women’s Health Research: Timeline Society for Women’s Health Research: News U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Leading Causes of Death Additional Journal of Applied Physiology: Sex and Gender: What is the Difference? American Heart Association: Status of Women in Cardiovascular Clinical Trials Chronic Neuroimmune Diseases: Yes, Biologically Speaking, Sex Does Matter American Journal of Nursing: Progress, Not Perfection Newswise: Alzheimer’s and the Downward Spiral: SWHR Holds Congressional Briefing About Women and Alzheimer’s Disease Netherlands Heart Journal: Gender Differences in Coronary Heart Disease Heart Sisters: Heart Attack Misdiagnosis in Women  
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