Menopause and Brain Health Study | Des Moines News

Menopause isn’t just about hot flashes and sleepless nights—it’s a pivotal moment that may accelerate brain and vascular aging. Researchers at Iowa State University are launching the BRAVA Study to uncover how menopause impacts long-term health, especially for women who’ve been overlooked in past research. With 370 women aged 40–64 across menopausal stages—including those without a uterus—participants will undergo detailed tests to map changes in brain and blood vessel health. The goal? To reduce risks of stroke and cognitive decline and empower women with science-backed strategies to age gracefully. If you’re a woman navigating menopause, this could be your chance to shape the future of women’s health. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fb1fbe5072a3c0cd