Shruthi Mahalingaiah, MD, MS
@smahalingaiahmd.bsky.social
Harvard physician scientist leading health, wellness and prevention research for patients with fertility needs and ovulation disorders. #medsky
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
October 16, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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
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
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...
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October 14, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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
Reposted by Shruthi Mahalingaiah, MD, MS
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
"...a loss for us all." #LostScience
She Found a Link Between Air Pollution and Infertility
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October 10, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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
"...a loss for us all." #LostScience
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
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...
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October 6, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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
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
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...
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September 30, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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
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
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.
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September 17, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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
Reposted by Shruthi Mahalingaiah, MD, MS
Check out this new paper by Center member @smahalingaiahmd.bsky.social about the menstrual cycle as an important source of information about general health!
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
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...
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August 7, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Check out this new paper by Center member @smahalingaiahmd.bsky.social about the menstrual cycle as an important source of information about general health!
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
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...
www.thelancet.com
August 6, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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
July 15, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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
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/...
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.
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June 17, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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/...
Reposted by Shruthi Mahalingaiah, MD, MS
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
#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
June 12, 2025 at 8:14 PM
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
#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
June 9, 2025 at 8:27 PM
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!
May 20, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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!
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
time.com/7285515/clim... #environmentalhealth
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.
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May 19, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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
time.com/7285515/clim... #environmentalhealth
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
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....
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May 19, 2025 at 8:49 PM
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
April 1, 2025 at 12:59 AM
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
March 24, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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
March 18, 2025 at 12:12 AM
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
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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
My female health scientific dream team. Thank you for dedicating your career to advance our knowledge. #WomenInScience #GirlsInSTEM
Today is the international day of the Woman and Girl in Science. To all badass women, scientists keep doing what you do: discovery, mentorship, and hard work. YOU belong in SCIENE.
To others, uplift the Women scientists you know, cite them, promote them, sponsor them, invite them - be an upstander.
To others, uplift the Women scientists you know, cite them, promote them, sponsor them, invite them - be an upstander.
February 11, 2025 at 7:26 PM
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
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
February 12, 2025 at 10:41 PM
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
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
Join me via Zoom! hsph.harvard.edu/environmenta... #obgynsky @harvardchanschool.bsky.social
Climate change begins in the OR: Our unsustainable future in healthcare with Kelly Wright, MD | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Time
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February 11, 2025 at 7:22 PM
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
Join me via Zoom! hsph.harvard.edu/environmenta... #obgynsky @harvardchanschool.bsky.social