This study, published on January 15, 2025 in Cell was made possible by the participation of young women of color, who are at highest risk for this infection and most likely to experience its negative impact,” said study co-author Angela Diaz, M.D., Ph.D., MPH, dean of Global Health, Social Justice, and Human Rights at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. “We hope that our research and future studies continue to address disparities in healthcare, improve access to treatment, and enhance our approach to personalized care."