InterLACE: International collaboration for a Life course Approach to reproductive health and Chronic disease Events

心血管疾病和糖尿病是妇女的主要慢性疾病。这项世界领先的研究结合了7项国际和3项澳大利亚妇女健康研究的数据。我们将调查从初潮到更年期的生殖健康与以后患2型糖尿病和心血管疾病风险的关系。研究结果将支持制定政策和预防性健康战略，以减少这些慢性疾病的风险。

Cardiovascular disease and diabetes are major chronic diseases among women. This world-leading research combines data from 7 international and 3 Australian studies of womenÍs health. We will investigate the relationship of reproductive health, from menarche to menopause, with the risk of Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease in later life. Findings will support the development of policies and preventive health strategies to reduce the risk of these chronic diseases.