Jean Wactawski-Wende
Jean Wactawski-Wende is an esteemed epidemiologist and professor at the University at Buffalo, specializing in women's health and cancer prevention.
Pronunciation
Jean Wactawski-Wende: /ʒɑ̃ vɑk.tɔv.ski vɛnd/
Etymology
The name "Jean" is of French origin, meaning "God is gracious". "Wactawski-Wende" is of Polish origin, however, the specific meaning is not known.
Career
Jean Wactawski-Wende has had a distinguished career in the field of epidemiology, with a focus on women's health. She is currently a professor at the University at Buffalo, where she has conducted significant research on cancer prevention, particularly in relation to breast cancer and ovarian cancer.
She has also served as the Principal Investigator for the Buffalo center of the Women's Health Initiative, a long-term national health study focused on strategies for preventing heart disease, cancer, and osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.
Research
Wactawski-Wende's research has contributed significantly to our understanding of the risk factors for gynecologic cancers, osteoporosis, and periodontal disease. Her work has also explored the connections between oral health and systemic diseases.
Related Terms
- Epidemiology
- Women's Health
- Cancer Prevention
- Breast Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Heart Disease
- Osteoporosis
- Periodontal Disease
- Gynecologic Cancers
- Systemic Diseases
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Jean Wactawski-Wende
- Wikipedia's article - Jean Wactawski-Wende
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