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A recent analysis from the POSITIVE trial offers reassuring news for young women recovering from hormone receptor-positive (HR+) breast cancer: breastfeeding after treatment is generally safe and feasible, with potential…

Japan has reported 162 suicides among pregnant and postpartum women between 2022 and 2024, raising urgent concerns about maternal mental health and the impact of postpartum depression. Health officials and…

Aging is a natural part of life, but for women, ovarian health and menopause are key factors affecting overall health and quality of life. Recent research highlights the importance of…

Expensive over-the-counter hormone tests marketed for menopause are clinically unnecessary and may even harm women’s health, senior doctors have warned. These private testing kits, which measure hormone levels through urine…

Women in the UK living with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) are experiencing significant gaps in healthcare, according to a new parliamentary report, highlighting serious implications for their long-term health. The…

Black adolescents in Canada, particularly girls, are less likely to access mental health services than their white peers, according to a new study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal.…

A groundbreaking study has mapped exactly how much common blood pressure medications lower blood pressure, giving doctors a powerful new online tool to guide treatment and reduce reliance on trial-and-error…

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has reversed its guidance on alcohol consumption, raising concerns among health experts. Last year, the agency had issued a report warning…

Staying informed about food recalls is a critical step in protecting your health—while some recalled items pose minimal threats, others can lead to severe illness, hospitalization, or long-term health risks.…

The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged the protection of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), emphasizing its critical role in safeguarding public health. WHO Director General…

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has warned of a “near-total collapse” of Gaza’s health sector, leaving children especially vulnerable to disease and lack of medical care. According to UNICEF…

A large study from the University of Bristol has found that breastfeeding for at least six months is associated with measurable improvements in children’s intelligence, academic performance, and certain speech…

Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) has grown increasingly popular in recent years, both in medically supervised settings and among gym-goers seeking performance enhancement—despite being a prescription-only treatment in the UK. Both…

Dickson MP Ali France has come under fire from medical professionals this week after suggesting that Medicare-funded menopause checkups would be “free,” a statement one former RACGP president described as…

As September ushers in the end of summer, children and teenagers across the country are returning to school, navigating the familiar mix of excitement and apprehension. For those transitioning from…

Deaths from hypertensive kidney disease — kidney damage caused by high blood pressure — have surged nearly 50% in the United States over the past 25 years, with striking disparities…

New research suggests that using cannabis as a form of self-medication may worsen mental health outcomes, increasing paranoia, anxiety, and depression, particularly among individuals with a history of childhood trauma.…

Menopause often brings a host of unwelcome symptoms as hormone levels shift, including hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and fatigue. Fortunately, a range of supplements can help ease these…

Despite being a simple, affordable way to lower sodium intake, salt substitutes remain underused among Americans with high blood pressure, according to preliminary findings presented at the American Heart Association’s…

Lesbian women who use their partner’s egg in IVF may face higher medical risks, according to new research. The study—the first of its kind—found that women undergoing co-IVF, also known…