Shruthi Mahalingaiah, MD, MS

I am honored to be delivering a main lecture at the 2025 Annual Meeting of the Androgen Excess and PCOS Society in San Antonio, TX next week! Will I see you there? Let me know! @aepcossociety.bsky.social

A Season of Transition: Three Things You Need to Know About Perimenopause | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Whether it’s the reappearance of pumpkin spice on the menu, breaking out your favorite sweaters, or recognizing Menopause Awareness Month, October is all about celebrating the spirit of transition. On...

October is all about celebrating the spirit of transition. A new post for the SMart Body Blog unpacks three things you need to know about the season of perimenopause – check it out! hsph.harvard.edu/mahalingaiah... #MenopauseAwarenessMonth

She Found a Link Between Air Pollution and Infertility

Physician-scientist @smahalingaiahmd.bsky.social was studying how air pollution affects reproductive health when her federal funding was cut. When vital research like this is halted, we miss opportunities to dig deeper and find the solutions we urgently need.

"...a loss for us all." #LostScience

Turning research into reality: what is health literacy and why is it important? | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Health literacy is the bridge that closes the gap between scientific evidence and everyday life. Whether you’re a patient, researcher, or healthcare provider, we all have tremendous opportunity to tra...

Did you know? Clinical research takes an average of 17 years to reach real clinical practice. A new resource for the Mahalingaiah Lab discusses how we can combat this statistic: hsph.harvard.edu/mahalingaiah... #HealthLiteracyMonth #publichealthsky @hsph.harvard.edu @harvardmed.bsky.social

Frontiers | Utilizing a digital cohort to understand the health burden and lifestyle characteristics across the life course in individuals with polycystic ovary syndrome and possible PCOS IntroductionPolycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an ovulation disorder associated with multiple health conditions. This study analyzed health and lifestyle ch...

Our new paper for the Apple Women’s Health Study investigates patterns in PCOS underdiagnosis and lifestyle factors using a large-scale digital cohort. Read it here: www.frontiersin.org/journals/end... #PCOSAwareness #obgynsky

Understanding Ovulation Disorders: Types, Causes, and New Research | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Ovulation disorders occur when the full ovulation process is disrupted, or it doesn’t happen regularly. They can affect whole body health, and they are a common cause of infertility.

Ovulation disorders like PCOS can have impacts on whole-body health. A new patient resource guide explains the four types of ovulation disorders, why they occur, and the latest scientific findings: hsph.harvard.edu/mahalingaiah... @aepcossociety.bsky.social @ourbodiesourselves.bsky.social

Check out this new paper by Center member @smahalingaiahmd.bsky.social about the menstrual cycle as an important source of information about general health!

The menstrual cycle: a vital sign across the lifespan The menstrual cycle can provide valuable health information. However, concerns related to menstruation (eg, pain, heavy bleeding, and irregular menstrual cycles) are frequently overlooked by medical p...

Our menstrual cycles say so much about our overall health – not just our reproductive health. A new paper, “The menstrual cycle: a vital sign across the lifespan,” is now available online in @thelancet.com‬: www.thelancet.com/journals/lan... #obgynsky #publichealth #episky

As a reproductive endocrinologist that works with patients experiencing infertility, uterine fibroids are something I see in my practice frequently. So if you have fibroids, know that you aren't alone – your health matters this #fibroidawarenessmonth & beyond. Swipe through to learn more! #obgynsky

Menstrual periods are arriving earlier for younger generations, especially among racial minority and lower-income individuals | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health The average age at menarche—the first menstrual period—has been decreasing among younger generations in the U.S., especially those belonging to racial minorities and lower socioeconomic statuses, acco...

In 2024, the Apple Women’s Health Study discovered that the age of menarche has been declining, and young menstruators are taking a longer time than before to achieve regularity in their cycles. Read more about our findings here: hsph.harvard.edu/news/menstru... @hsph.harvard.edu

Parents can’t control when their daughters start getting their periods…can they? Girls are getting their periods earlier. Parents are trying to take control.

As both a mom & a reproductive endocrinologist, I know that first periods can mean a lot – not just as a significant life event, but as a sign of someone’s potential long-term health risk. In a new article for @vox.com with @annanorth.bsky.social, I discuss this & more: www.vox.com/life/416492/...

What a great session on Tuesday! It was so inspiring to engage with such a timely and important subject, and to connect with other passionate colleagues from around the world. Looking forward to the future of this work, and to a growing body of research in this field.
#SPER2025

I'm thrilled to be co-moderating the upcoming symposium "Reproductive and Perinatal Health in the Digital Age: Insights from App-Based or Online Studies" at the @spercomms.bsky.social 2025 Annual Meeting alongside @zifanwang.bsky.social tomorrow! #SPER2025 #episky

May is #WomensHealthMonth 💪 And our hormones impact every aspect of our health – whether that’s our menstrual cycles, energy levels, and more. Watch on to discover three hormone health tips to remember!

Climate Change Can Increase Health Risks During Pregnancy A new study shows extreme heat caused by climate change is posing dangerous risks for maternal health and birth outcomes.

I’m excited that a new article in TIME is focused on how exposure to changes in our environment can have a significant impact on our health. In the article, I discuss the impact of extreme heat and more on pregnancy outcomes and health. Read it in full:
time.com/7285515/clim... #environmentalhealth

MIT, University of Colorado Denver, and Clue App Publish Largest Women's Health Study Documenting Air Pollution's Impact on Menstrual Cycles Analysis of 2.2 million menstrual cycles shows connection between pollution exposure and reproductive health....

I am honored to comment about the importance of this research. Read the full article for a summary and to learn what people can do to minimize their own risk: www.globenewswire.com/news-release... #airpollution #environmentalhealth #obgynsky

That’s a wrap for #SRI2025! 🔬So grateful to have spent the conference connecting with associates both new & old about our shared passion for closing the gap in research & advancing patient outcomes. @sriwomenshealth.bsky.social @hsph.harvard.edu @mghobgyn.bsky.social #healthresearch #publichealth

It was so much fun to connect with @shathiyah.bsky.social & @kirsty-pringle.bsky.social in advance of #SRI2025 this week! Sharing our stories & what inspires our work is so important. Check out the full episode: creators.spotify.com/pod/show/soc... @sriwomenshealth.bsky.social #obgynsky #medsky

While there are so many things I love about Boston, being surrounded by such a dedicated & empathetic scientific community never fails to inspire me. A huge thanks to @museumofscience.bsky.social for hosting such a meaningful gathering at the recent Being Human kickoff event! #healthtech #sciencesky

Scientists that have impacted my work and our understanding of the female body: @neuroendoscientist.bsky.social @smahalingaiahmd.bsky.social and Linda Griffith of MIT.
My female health scientific dream team. Thank you for dedicating your career to advance our knowledge. #WomenInScience #GirlsInSTEM

The patient experience when seeking fertility care is of the utmost importance. A new paper led by Dr. Angela Li explores the key factors that impact it - read the full article in Fertility & Sterility: shorturl.at/hE90P #obgynsky #medsky @asrmorg.bsky.social @acog-org.bsky.social #ivfjourney

Climate change begins in the OR: Our unsustainable future in healthcare with Kelly Wright, MD | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Time

Tomorrow, I'm excited to attend this session led by Dr. Kelly Wright. She has been instrumental as a physician champion for enhanced recovery after surgery, #patientsafety, & sustainability in healthcare.

Join me via Zoom! hsph.harvard.edu/environmenta... #obgynsky @harvardchanschool.bsky.social