Difference Matters: Women are 50% more likely than men to have adverse reactions to prescription drugs, yet most drugs do not have different dosages based on a patient's gender. Difference Matters: Men are more likely than women to die after an osteoporotic hip fracture. Difference Matters: Aspirin is more effective at preventing heart attacks in men and preventing strokes in women. Difference Matters: 75% of people living with autoimmune disorders like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis are women.

Research

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Laura W. Bush Institute for Women's Health and Texas Health Resources launched a collaboration that will leverage community involvement, education and research to empower women to take control of their health...

Professional Education

Because differences matter, the Laura W. Bush Institute for Women's Health improves the lives of women and girls through research, education and outreach. Our three-tiered approach is uniquely designed to help women live longer, healthier lives.

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Cardiology Center of Amarillo LLP Texas Health Resources Cancer Prevention Research Institute of Texas San Angelo Community Medical Center TTUHSC Amarillo Breast Center of Excellence Angelo State University