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#menopause
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

These Facts About Menopause Will Make You Say "Wait, Why Didn't I Know This?!"

Menopause remains a misunderstood topic due to a lack of open discussion, leading to misinformation and unnecessary discomfort.
Women
fromIndependent
2 hours ago

Perimenopause, HRT and me: 'Men think their partners are lunatics... It's rage and sadness wrapped into one wrecking ball'

Free access to HRT in Ireland is prompting women to openly share their perimenopause experiences and advocate for better awareness of menopause.
Women
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Lisa Mosconi, neuroscientist: Menopause is making women feel less valuable than before'

Lisa Mosconi emphasizes the need for increased research on menopause, highlighting current underfunding and societal stigmas surrounding women's health.
Mental health
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

All the ways your vagina changes during menopause, from leakage to disappearing labia

Menopause significantly affects vaginal health due to the decline in estrogen levels, resulting in discomfort and changes to genital anatomy.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

These Facts About Menopause Will Make You Say "Wait, Why Didn't I Know This?!"

Menopause remains a misunderstood topic due to a lack of open discussion, leading to misinformation and unnecessary discomfort.
Women
fromIndependent
2 hours ago

Perimenopause, HRT and me: 'Men think their partners are lunatics... It's rage and sadness wrapped into one wrecking ball'

Free access to HRT in Ireland is prompting women to openly share their perimenopause experiences and advocate for better awareness of menopause.
Women
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Lisa Mosconi, neuroscientist: Menopause is making women feel less valuable than before'

Lisa Mosconi emphasizes the need for increased research on menopause, highlighting current underfunding and societal stigmas surrounding women's health.
Mental health
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

All the ways your vagina changes during menopause, from leakage to disappearing labia

Menopause significantly affects vaginal health due to the decline in estrogen levels, resulting in discomfort and changes to genital anatomy.
#pmdd
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
5 hours ago

'My health condition makes me scared to get pregnant'

Pregnancy poses unique challenges for women with PMDD due to treatment dilemmas.
PMDD often remains undiagnosed for an alarmingly long time, complicating women’s health issues.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
5 hours ago

Women scared to get pregnant due to overlooked disorder

PMDD symptoms can lead to severe anxiety, making daily life challenging for women diagnosed with the condition.
fromMail Online
1 day ago

Waking up early could be 'hidden' symptom of a life-changing illness

Waking up before your alarm can indicate hyperthyroidism, a hormonal disorder that, if untreated, can lead to serious health issues like heart problems and bone weakening.
Health
fromMedCity News
3 days ago

3 Health Investors Share Their Most Controversial Industry Takes - MedCity News

Does every business have to be an AI business? ... When I started with companies earlier, like there weren't AI companies ... I'm not smart enough to figure out if these models actually are the right ones.
Startup companies
Women in technology
fromCreative Bloq
1 day ago

Penis envy be gone! This rebellious branding is smashing women's health stigmas

Evvy's branding is an unapologetic departure from traditional feminine stereotypes in women's health, utilizing bold designs and honest messaging.
#mental-health
#breast-reduction
Women
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Why Breast Reductions Are Trending

Breast reductions are increasingly popular, outpacing augmentations, driven by women's health, psychological needs, and cultural shifts.
Women seek reductions for pain relief, comfort in exercise, and empowerment, challenging beauty norms.
Women
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Why Breast Reductions Are Trending

Breast reductions are increasingly popular, outpacing augmentations, driven by women's health, psychological needs, and cultural shifts.
Women seek reductions for pain relief, comfort in exercise, and empowerment, challenging beauty norms.
#healthcare-collaboration
fromNew York Post
2 days ago
NYC startup

Exclusive | NYU Langone Health launching $60M women's health collaborative - what patients can expect

fromNew York Post
2 days ago
NYC startup

Exclusive | NYU Langone Health launching $60M women's health collaborative - what patients can expect

#pain-management
Alternative medicine
fromScary Mommy
4 days ago

ACOG Is (Finally) Addressing IUD Insertion Pain With New Guidelines

The new guidance from ACOG aims to improve pain management during IUD insertions, emphasizing a patient-centered approach.
Alternative medicine
fromScary Mommy
4 days ago

ACOG Is (Finally) Addressing IUD Insertion Pain With New Guidelines

The new guidance from ACOG aims to improve pain management during IUD insertions, emphasizing a patient-centered approach.
#advocacy
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Abortion Bans Upended Their Lives-Now They're Fighting Back,One Story at a Time

The story highlights the risks associated with extreme abortion bans and the need for adequate medical care in such cases.
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Abortion Bans Upended Their Lives-Now They're Fighting Back,One Story at a Time

The story highlights the risks associated with extreme abortion bans and the need for adequate medical care in such cases.
#healthcare-awareness
Women
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Black women with health concerns urged to advocate for themselves

Women's health issues such as fibroids and iron deficiency often go undiagnosed, especially in Black and Hispanic women.
Women
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Black women with health concerns urged to advocate for themselves

Women's health issues such as fibroids and iron deficiency often go undiagnosed, especially in Black and Hispanic women.
#reproductive-rights
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I begged them, my daughter was dying': how Taliban male escort rules are killing mothers and babies

Access to emergency medical care for women in Afghanistan is severely restricted due to Taliban regulations.
Women
fromFuturism
1 week ago

A Draconian Abortion Law Is Forcing Doctors to Keep a Pregnant Brain-Dead Woman Alive for Months So She Can Give Birth

Georgia's 'heartbeat law' is keeping a brain-dead woman on life support to force delivery, raising ethical concerns.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I begged them, my daughter was dying': how Taliban male escort rules are killing mothers and babies

Access to emergency medical care for women in Afghanistan is severely restricted due to Taliban regulations.
Women
fromFuturism
1 week ago

A Draconian Abortion Law Is Forcing Doctors to Keep a Pregnant Brain-Dead Woman Alive for Months So She Can Give Birth

Georgia's 'heartbeat law' is keeping a brain-dead woman on life support to force delivery, raising ethical concerns.
#legal-issues
Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

Tips for staying alive, decades in the making - Harvard Gazette

Prevention through lifestyle choices is crucial for improving health outcomes, as emphasized by researcher JoAnn Manson.
#abortion-rights
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Bless This Clinic: How Clergy Are Showing Up for Abortion Clinics

Religious leaders blessed an abortion clinic staff in Cresaptown, Maryland, countering the narrative that faith equates to anti-abortion sentiments.
Alternative medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Conservatives are trumpeting a new abortion-pill study. One problem: it's bogus | Moira Donegan

Mifepristone, a key abortion pill, empowers women to control their reproductive choices despite ongoing opposition and restrictions.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Bless This Clinic: How Clergy Are Showing Up for Abortion Clinics

Religious leaders blessed an abortion clinic staff in Cresaptown, Maryland, countering the narrative that faith equates to anti-abortion sentiments.
Alternative medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Conservatives are trumpeting a new abortion-pill study. One problem: it's bogus | Moira Donegan

Mifepristone, a key abortion pill, empowers women to control their reproductive choices despite ongoing opposition and restrictions.
#cervical-cancer
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Wearables

Serena-backed health tech lands first FDA approval for home cervical cancer test | TechCrunch

Women in technology
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Pap smears suck. This tampon-like device lets you screen for cervical cancer at home

Teal Health's new FDA-approved product revolutionizes cervical cancer screening by allowing women to conduct pap smears at home, addressing discomfort and accessibility.
Cancer
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

A do-it-yourself wand could help replace your next Pap smear (yes, really!)

A DIY home swab kit for cervical cancer screening offers privacy and comfort, aiming to improve screening rates among women.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

The FDA approves first U.S. at-home tool as a Pap-smear alternative

Teal Health's at-home screening device aims to enhance cervical cancer screening rates by offering a more convenient and comfortable alternative to traditional Pap smears.
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Serena-backed health tech lands first FDA approval for home cervical cancer test | TechCrunch

FDA approves first at-home cervical cancer screening device, Teal Wand, enhancing access and comfort for patients.
Cancer
fromwww.bostonherald.com
2 weeks ago

First at-home test kit for cervical cancer approved by the FDA, company says

FDA approves the first at-home cervical cancer testing kit, enhancing access to HPV screening for women.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Pap smears suck. This tampon-like device lets you screen for cervical cancer at home

Teal Health's new FDA-approved product revolutionizes cervical cancer screening by allowing women to conduct pap smears at home, addressing discomfort and accessibility.
Cancer
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

A do-it-yourself wand could help replace your next Pap smear (yes, really!)

A DIY home swab kit for cervical cancer screening offers privacy and comfort, aiming to improve screening rates among women.
#health
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Cancer-causing chemicals are in many beauty products women use, a study finds

Over half of Black and Latina women in Los Angeles use personal-care products containing carcinogenic formaldehyde, raising health concerns.
Health
fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk
1 month ago

FREE programme on offer to women in Harrow to prevent Type 2 Diabetes

The Healthier You program offers free support for women with pregnancy-related diabetes to prevent Type 2 Diabetes.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The strong bone secret: can you avoid or even reverse osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis significantly affects the elderly, with millions at risk and serious consequences like fractures.
Preventative lifestyle changes can help manage osteoporosis risks.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Cancer-causing chemicals are in many beauty products women use, a study finds

Over half of Black and Latina women in Los Angeles use personal-care products containing carcinogenic formaldehyde, raising health concerns.
Health
fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk
1 month ago

FREE programme on offer to women in Harrow to prevent Type 2 Diabetes

The Healthier You program offers free support for women with pregnancy-related diabetes to prevent Type 2 Diabetes.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The strong bone secret: can you avoid or even reverse osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis significantly affects the elderly, with millions at risk and serious consequences like fractures.
Preventative lifestyle changes can help manage osteoporosis risks.
#reproductive-health
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Microplastics found in human ovary follicular fluid for the first time

Microplastics found in human ovary follicular fluid raise concerns about their potential effects on female fertility.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Microplastics found in human ovary follicular fluid for the first time

Microplastics found in human ovary follicular fluid raise concerns about their potential effects on female fertility.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This Midwestern State Was Just Named the No. 1 Retirement Spot for Women

Nebraska tops the list with an affordable cost of living index of 93.1, a strong health care system with an average hospital rating of 3.75, and numerous community centers per capita.
Retirement
fromDaily Mom magazine
1 week ago

Weird Pregnancy Symptoms: 9 Early Symptoms Of Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a journey filled with unexpected symptoms like strange tastes, increased saliva, and sharp pelvic pains, often triggered by hormonal shifts in the body.
Parenting
#fashion
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago
Wearables

These 32 Products Can Help With Those Awkward Things You'd Rather Just Not Talk About

fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago
Wearables

These 32 Products Can Help With Those Awkward Things You'd Rather Just Not Talk About

#medical-research
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Women

Why doctors and researchers say Canada needs to change course on women's health studies | CBC News

Despite existing mandates, women's health research funding remains stagnant, raising concerns about patient care and research priorities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Women in technology

Concerning' lack of female-only medical trials in UK, say health experts

Women are severely under-represented in clinical trials in the UK, with urgent calls for more focused research.
Women
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Why doctors and researchers say Canada needs to change course on women's health studies | CBC News

Despite existing mandates, women's health research funding remains stagnant, raising concerns about patient care and research priorities.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Male bias in medical trials risks women's lives. But at least the data gap is finally being addressed | Caroline Criado Perez

The MHRA has recognized a significant gender imbalance in clinical trials, highlighting a critical issue in women's health research.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

A 34-year-old woman developed rare bone fractures from breastfeeding. She had to use a walker and sneezing caused the 'worst pain' of her life.

Ultima Espino experienced severe back pain postpartum caused by a rare syndrome related to breastfeeding, leading to multiple spinal fractures.
Cancer
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

A woman was diagnosed with colon cancer at 31. She had unexplained abdominal pain for years and cycled through multiple diets.

Vorbe's struggle with undiagnosed colon cancer illustrates the importance of persistent medical advocacy in women's health.
#abortion
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

Once an abortion clinic, it now offers midwives, formula and housing help

The West Alabama Women's Center has shifted from providing abortion services to acting as a vital resource for struggling families.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

Once an abortion clinic, it now offers midwives, formula and housing help

The West Alabama Women's Center has shifted from providing abortion services to acting as a vital resource for struggling families.
#wellness
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago
Alternative medicine

29 Products From TikTok That Will Make You Feel Like You're Living In The Future

fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago
Alternative medicine

29 Products From TikTok That Will Make You Feel Like You're Living In The Future

fromBustle
3 weeks ago

How Many Tampons Do You Actually Need For One Period? An Expert Weighs In

On average, individuals use three to six tampons per day during their period, with variations based on flow intensity and personal factors.
Mental health
#endometriosis
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Women

Florence Pugh Shared An Update On Her Egg-Freezing Journey, And These Conversations Are So Important

fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Women

Florence Pugh Shared An Update On Her Egg-Freezing Journey, And These Conversations Are So Important

fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Minister 'starts to take women's health seriously'

"I think the minister is starting to take women's health more seriously but there is a way to go. It's good that the minister has accepted the findings of the public health report into women's health."
UK politics
#sexual-health
London startup
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 weeks ago

London Marathon runners' urine to be turned into fertiliser

Urine from women at the TCS London Marathon will be recycled into fertilizer, reducing waste and enabling sustainable agriculture.
fromBustle
1 month ago

These G-Spot Toys Quite Literally Hit The Spot

"The Rave's asymmetrical design and pleasure edges make G-spot stimulation more varied, rich, and intense," says Jess O'Reilly, PhD, MSc., sexologist.
Gadgets
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

Hailey Bieber Showed What Her Body Looks Like With Two Ovarian Cysts As She Gave A Health Update

These are so freaking painful and in my experience doctors won't do anything until they're the size of a softball.
Medicine
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Sex Hormones Are Brain Hormones. What Does This Mean for Treating Brain Diseases?

Estrogen has a vital role beyond reproductive health, influencing brain function and overall well-being.
Mental health
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Diagnosed with 'dense breasts'? You may need more than a mammogram

Breast density significantly impacts mammogram efficacy, prompting new regulations for clearer screening communication.
Health
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

What Causes Severe Morning Sickness, and What Treatments Exist?

Morning sickness affects about 70% of pregnant individuals, with a small percentage experiencing severe hyperemesis gravidarum.
London startup
fromPage Six
1 month ago

How Prince Harry really feels about Meghan Markle's As Ever brand

Prince Harry expresses pride in Meghan Markle's entrepreneurial ventures.
Markle's lifestyle brand, As Ever, launched successfully with sold-out products.
Meghan Markle also invests in women's health, indicating her diverse business interests.
fromScienceDaily
1 month ago

Are high support bras bad for the back?

While a supportive sports bra is crucial for exercise comfort, excessive bounce reduction may place additional strain on spinal muscles, increasing the risk of back pain.
Mental health
Women
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

Women Are Sharing The "Weird" Things Their Body Did That They Later Found Out Were 100% Normal

Many women experience bodily functions they consider weird, highlighting the need for better sex education in the U.S.
Women
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Baby Born to Woman With Transplanted Womb

The first womb transplant birth in the UK was achieved when a woman received a uterus from her sister.
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
1 month ago

How to Prepare for a Gynecologist Visit

It is imperative to prepare well with the information you will present to the doctor for you to receive a proper diagnosis.
Alternative medicine
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Desperate for Botox

The office was like an Airbnb run through a "women love this" A.I. filter - light floors, cream chairs, and textured neutral drapes.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Women to continue having babies later, says ONS

The projections show that women born in 2007 are likely to have an average of 1.52 children during their lifetimes, down from previous generations.
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Gillian Anderson's G spot energy drink lands in Sainsbury's with female-first focus

Actress Gillian Anderson has launched a caffeine-free energy drink brand, G Spot, aimed at women, now available in 370 Sainsbury's stores across the UK.
Food & drink
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Morning-after pill to be made free at pharmacies in England

Women in England will soon get free morning-after pills from pharmacies, addressing access inequalities and barriers they currently face.
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