Women Health

Fibroids are common growths that develop in or around the uterus. Many women have them, but not all know what they are or how they might affect pregnancy. When a…

A new study suggests that oxytocin, often called the “love hormone,” could help protect women from mood problems caused by poor sleep and hormonal changes during menopause and the postpartum…

The age at which a girl gets her first period may do more than mark the start of puberty—it could also signal future health issues, a growing body of research…

Many women are unaware of how early their fertility begins to decline, with age and lifestyle choices playing a much bigger role than often assumed, experts say. “The cruel irony,”…

Many women know the common signs of perimenopause, such as hot flashes, changes in periods, and weight gain. But there are many other symptoms that are less well known. Menopause…

Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is a common cause of newborn blood infections, meningitis, and death. While antibiotics treat or prevent GBS, rising bacterial resistance weakens their effectiveness. Now, U.S. scientists…

The World Health Organization (WHO) outlines five criteria for ideal painless childbirth: effective pain relief; no autonomic nerve block (avoiding hypotension); no side effects on mother or baby; no motor…

For years, there has been a common belief that morning sickness and specific dietary preferences during pregnancy are closely linked to the sex of the unborn baby. Now, a new…

Understanding your body can be hard when your periods don’t follow a regular pattern. If you have irregular cycles, knowing when you’re ovulating may seem impossible. But the good news…

Many women wonder if it is possible to have a period while being pregnant. This question often comes up when someone experiences bleeding during early pregnancy. It can be confusing,…

Many women experience strange symptoms like heavy periods, pelvic pain, or a feeling of pressure in the lower belly. These signs can be caused by a common condition known as…

A new study published in JAMA Network Open has found that the antibiotic trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX), when used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs) during early pregnancy, may increase the risk…

A recent study reveals that only 1 in 5 women going through menopause achieve optimal heart health scores. The research, published on July 8 in Menopause, emphasizes that sleep quality…

Menopause conversations often focus on estrogen, but progesterone plays an important role too. Though less talked about, progesterone influences many menopause symptoms and overall women’s health. Progesterone is mainly produced…

New research shows that better sleep and healthier habits can reduce heart disease risk in women going through menopause. A study led by scientists from the University of Pittsburgh, Albert…

Shernaz Engineer was 50 when she first felt pain in her arm. A physiotherapist told her it was just a trapped nerve. But days later, she walked into an A&E…

South Asia is facing a growing health crisis, as anaemia continues to affect millions of adolescent girls and women. A new report from UN agencies and the South Asian Association…

Kelly Ripa is known for her glowing skin, bouncy hair, and radiant smile. Now, fans have the chance to get one of her beauty secrets—at a discount. The morning show…

The UK has become the first country in the world to approve a non-hormonal treatment for hot flushes and night sweats linked to menopause. The new drug, called elinzanetant and…

Sumrin Kalia was 18 when she married. By 25, she had four children. Life moved fast — and so did her body. At 37, without warning, she began experiencing excessive…