Women Health

Globally, women live an average of three and a half years longer than men, yet they often spend more years in poor health. Maternal risks, childbirth complications, and limited access…

For decades, disposable pads and tampons have been a staple of menstrual hygiene. Yet with billions of these products ending up in landfills annually—where some can take centuries to decompose—more…

New data reveals that more than 10% of pregnant women in Guernsey reported smoking at the time of delivery, highlighting ongoing public health concerns. According to Guernsey’s Quitline and Public…

Taiwan’s government is planning to increase financial support for in vitro fertilization (IVF) in an effort to reverse the island’s persistently low birth rate, among the lowest in the world.…

Artificial intelligence is detecting breast tumors earlier and more accurately in the Dutch breast cancer screening program, allowing for earlier treatment and potentially saving lives. Researchers from Radboud University Medical…

A new analysis reveals that the majority of Americans do not realize that the human papillomavirus (HPV) can cause six different types of cancer. HPV is responsible for nearly all…

Women living in U.S. counties with consistently low cervical cancer screening rates face nearly double the risk of late-stage diagnoses and death, according to new research from MUSC Hollings Cancer…

A recent Cochrane systematic review suggests that high-dose vitamin D supplementation during pregnancy could significantly reduce the risk of childhood wheeze, an early indicator of asthma. However, evidence for administering…

The global market for anti-aging devices is poised for remarkable growth, expanding from an estimated USD 9.8 billion in 2024 to nearly USD 25.6 billion by 2034. This represents a…

NHS England is urging pregnant women to use a new online service that allows them to self-refer directly to local maternity services without the need for an initial GP consultation.…

Researchers at Vanderbilt University have pioneered a novel optical technique capable of precisely analyzing the biochemical composition of vaginal fluid, shedding new light on the delicate microbial balance essential for…

The University of Michigan School of Public Health has secured a $1.8 million, five-year grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Maternal and Child Health Bureau. This funding will…

A new study from the University of California, Irvine reveals that women with Down syndrome display more advanced Alzheimer’s disease pathology than men at the time of diagnosis, despite both…

A new study from George Mason University’s College of Public Health has found that lingering fatigue among breast cancer survivors may be closely tied to increased inflammation, even during low-stress…

A recent survey conducted by Dr Vegan, involving 1,525 women, has shed light on the complex and often debilitating physical and mental challenges faced during menopause. Covering over 32 symptoms,…

New research from the University of Oxford suggests that weight loss interventions for overweight and obese women prior to in vitro fertilization (IVF) could significantly improve their odds of conceiving…

For years, many fertility specialists have viewed a thin endometrial lining—the inner uterine layer that supports embryo implantation—as a major barrier to successful in vitro fertilization (IVF). In the U.S.,…

A groundbreaking study reveals that stalking—a form of harassment often underestimated—significantly elevates women’s risk of serious cardiovascular events like heart attacks and strokes later in life. Women who have experienced…

A significant number of expectant mothers—up to 60%—experience some degree of fear about childbirth. However, new research indicates that a strong sense of mental well-being and positivity may help ease…

Six months ago, Selin Celikoyar made a significant change in her menstrual care routine by purchasing her last tampon and switching to a reusable menstrual disc. “I had concerns about…