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Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
31 minutes ago

Puffy legs, heavy aches, rippled skin: what is lipedema?

Lipedema is a chronic condition causing disproportionate fat accumulation in the lower body, often misdiagnosed and resistant to diet and exercise.
#egg-freezing
Women
fromLondon On The Inside
6 hours ago

Eggs Belong in the Freezer Now

More women are freezing their eggs to delay motherhood due to career pressures, dating challenges, and the impact of the pandemic.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Why corporate America should pay for women to freeze their eggs

The rising costs of egg freezing disproportionately affect women, impacting their family planning and economic participation.
Women
fromLondon On The Inside
6 hours ago

Eggs Belong in the Freezer Now

More women are freezing their eggs to delay motherhood due to career pressures, dating challenges, and the impact of the pandemic.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Why corporate America should pay for women to freeze their eggs

The rising costs of egg freezing disproportionately affect women, impacting their family planning and economic participation.
#endometriosis
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
16 hours ago

Women can wait years for an endometriosis diagnosis. New tech could change that

A new CT scan technique may enable earlier detection of endometriosis, potentially reducing the average nine-year diagnosis time for women.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

Trial of non-invasive endometriosis scan boosts hopes for quicker diagnosis

A non-invasive scan using maraciclatide shows promise for quicker endometriosis diagnosis, potentially transforming clinical practice and treatment development.
OMG science
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

For U.S. medical researchers, shrinking labs and bare budgets are the new reality

Federal funding cuts are severely impacting American scientific research, particularly in women's health and endometriosis.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Podcaster advocating for endometriosis awareness

A woman from Kenilworth advocates for endometriosis awareness after struggling for diagnosis and facing dismissal from medical professionals.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'I'm not being listened to' - new health plan launched as women say they are still ignored

Zoe Trafford's experience highlights ongoing issues in women's healthcare, particularly regarding endometriosis and the need for better listening by medical professionals.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'Doctors thought my endometriosis was IBS'

Diagnosis delays for endometriosis have increased, with an average wait time of nine years and four months, impacting many women's health journeys.
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
22 hours ago

"Just Relax": Still Hysterical After All These Years

Women's physical symptoms are often interpreted through emotional regulation, leading to dismissal and delayed care.
#vaginal-health
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Wellness culture is trying to sell you products your vagina doesn't need

The feminine probiotic industry promises improved vaginal health, but the science behind the vaginal microbiome remains complex and not fully understood.
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Wellness culture is trying to sell you products your vagina doesn't need

The feminine probiotic industry promises improved vaginal health, but the science behind the vaginal microbiome remains complex and not fully understood.
#miscarriage
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Early care scheme could prevent thousands of miscarriages a year

Specialist help for miscarriages in England typically requires three losses, but new projects offer earlier support and treatment options.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Healthy life expectancy has fallen in the UK here's who is worse off

Healthy life expectancy in the UK has declined significantly, particularly for women, highlighting disparities based on socioeconomic status.
#menopause
Women
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

We cannot let the status quo continue': Manhattan lawmaker wants New York state to lead on improving menopause care for women | amNewYork

Legislators are urged to pass bills supporting menopausal women, including insurance coverage and workplace protections.
Women
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

We cannot let the status quo continue': Manhattan lawmaker wants New York state to lead on improving menopause care for women | amNewYork

Legislators are urged to pass bills supporting menopausal women, including insurance coverage and workplace protections.
Health
fromScary Mommy
2 days ago

I Would Rather Pull My Front Teeth Out Than Hear "Trimester Zero" Ever Again, Thanks

Trimester zero emphasizes pre-pregnancy health but can create undue pressure on women regarding fertility and motherhood.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Pro-choice campaigners in Malta create lockboxes containing abortion pills

The 15 black boxes aim to provide practical help to women grappling with the EU's strictest abortion laws; anyone who is less than nine weeks pregnant and in need of an abortion is invited to send an email to obtain the location and codes to access the pills.
Europe news
Women in technology
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Stop building breast pumps to impress investors. Start building them to impress women

The wearable breast pump market is crowded with innovations that often overlook women's actual needs and experiences.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

Psychology says a woman has a beautiful soul if she has taken real pain and turned it into gentleness rather than armor - because the default response to being hurt is becoming harder, and the woman who went through the same things and came out softer instead has done something rare and almost impossible to teach - Silicon Canals

Pain can lead to gentleness, with some individuals choosing softness over hardness despite their hardships.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Over a third of men have blamed a female colleague's behavior on 'hormones'

Women face significant workplace discrimination, including promotion disparities, pay gaps, and unfair health assumptions from male colleagues.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

'Adenomyosis ruined my life'

Adenomyosis causes debilitating pain and is often dismissed by healthcare providers, leading to frustration and inadequate treatment for affected women.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

'My lonely start to adulthood with endometriosis'

A peer-led support group for women with gynaecological health conditions has been established to combat stigma and loneliness.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Are you a woman who makes life easier for everyone else? Beware you could endanger your health | Emma Beddington

Women are disproportionately affected by autoimmune diseases, with societal pressures complicating their health and well-being.
SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Trans woman leaves role with women's health charity

A trans woman resigned from a women's health charity amid criticism regarding her role and its implications for women's health advocacy.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Why Midi Health holds AI office hours

Joanna Strober recognized a business opportunity in women's health, particularly for menopausal women, and demonstrated grit and patience in securing investor support.
Women
#adhd
Mental health
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

For women, gender disparities in ADHD diagnoses can be deadly

Recent research indicates that girls with ADHD are often underdiagnosed, leading to significant mental health challenges.
Mental health
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

For women, gender disparities in ADHD diagnoses can be deadly

Recent research indicates that girls with ADHD are often underdiagnosed, leading to significant mental health challenges.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Labour claims Reform UK won't protect women, as poll suggests Farage's party heading for seismic' wins in May UK politics live

Wes Streeting is publishing a revised women's health strategy, highlighting failures of the male-dominated medical establishment and Labour's political strategy against Reform UK.
Healthcare
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Women's health startup Midi Health hit a $1 billion valuation. Its founder says AI changed everything.

AI has transformed Midi Health from a menopause startup into an AI-driven company serving thousands of women weekly.
Health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

I've been a sex educator for six years. Why did I start doubting my contraception choices?

Milly Evans and Lauren share experiences of misinformation about hormonal contraception affecting their decisions and perceptions.
Medicine
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Opinion | Hormones Don't Need to Make You Live Longer to Be Worth It

Estrogen patch shortages are affecting women seeking hormone therapy due to increased demand and changing perceptions about menopause treatment.
Medicine
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

Almost Every Time I Orgasm, I Have an Involuntary Reaction. It Terrifies Me.

Severe orgasm headaches can occur in some individuals, causing intense pain and discomfort during climax.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Do you have heavy periods? Here's everything you need to know

Many women have endured difficulties with their menstrual cycles for years, often believing that their experiences were normal and that little could be done to help them.
Women
Health
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Everyone's talking about: Vitamin A and C supplements - will they give me youthful, glowing skin?

Vitamins taken orally are believed to enhance skin health and appearance, reflecting a shift in skincare practices.
#perimenopause
Health
fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago

The Most Common Age Perimenopause Starts, & What You Can Do To Prepare

Perimenopause symptoms can start in the 40s, often mistaken for pregnancy, leading to confusion and lack of awareness among women.
Wearables
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

Finally, a wearable designed for women approaching menopause

A new wearable device called Peri helps women monitor perimenopause symptoms and lifestyle factors.
Medicine
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

What Is a DUTCH Test? The Hormone Panel Explained

Women often face dismissive attitudes from healthcare providers regarding perimenopause symptoms, leading to frustration and a lack of proper testing.
Women in technology
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Katriona O'Sullivan: There's a dark side to menopause and joking about symptoms might be doing more harm than good

A 48-year-old woman publicly shared her perimenopause struggles on Instagram, breaking social conditioning that discourages women from discussing bodily experiences and hormonal changes.
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago
Women

How Jennifer Lawrence Reacted To Amy Poehler Saying She Was Showing Perimenopause Signs At 35

Health
fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago

The Most Common Age Perimenopause Starts, & What You Can Do To Prepare

Perimenopause symptoms can start in the 40s, often mistaken for pregnancy, leading to confusion and lack of awareness among women.
Wearables
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

Finally, a wearable designed for women approaching menopause

A new wearable device called Peri helps women monitor perimenopause symptoms and lifestyle factors.
Medicine
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

What Is a DUTCH Test? The Hormone Panel Explained

Women often face dismissive attitudes from healthcare providers regarding perimenopause symptoms, leading to frustration and a lack of proper testing.
Women in technology
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Katriona O'Sullivan: There's a dark side to menopause and joking about symptoms might be doing more harm than good

A 48-year-old woman publicly shared her perimenopause struggles on Instagram, breaking social conditioning that discourages women from discussing bodily experiences and hormonal changes.
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago
Women

How Jennifer Lawrence Reacted To Amy Poehler Saying She Was Showing Perimenopause Signs At 35

Exercise
fromNature
4 weeks ago

Regular physical activity in midlife cuts risk of early death

Regular moderate-to-vigorous physical activity significantly reduces early death risk in middle-aged women.
Women in technology
fromFortune
1 month ago

She left a Silicon Valley VC to solve a problem left untouched for 88 years. Now her bra brand is the fastest-growing at Nordstrom | Fortune

Bree McKeen innovated the bra industry by filing a patent for an underwire replacement after experiencing discomfort from traditional designs.
Medicine
fromwww.7x7.com
1 month ago

The Livelong Women's Health Summit demystifies the science of living well at every age in SF this April.

Mainstream medicine is beginning to recognize that women's health requires distinct approaches due to unique anatomical and hormonal differences.
fromABC30 Fresno
1 month ago

CA bill aims to provide 'dignity' and free menstrual hygiene products to female farmworkers

"The hands of women farmworkers are something very valuable. Women are indispensable in the fields. You can look at any farm, and you see mainly women."
Agriculture
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'I shampooed with raw egg to try and get pregnant'

Barbora Gray launched She Thrives to provide accurate women's health information and combat misinformation on social media.
Women in technology
fromiRunFar
1 month ago

Advancing Scientific Understanding of Women Ultrarunners With the Women's Health Programme

Women's Health Programme aims to address female-specific physiological challenges in ultrarunning through data collection and research.
Health
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

This Common Vitamin Deficiency Can Feel A Lot Like Mom Burnout

Vitamin D deficiency can significantly impact women's mental and physical well-being, especially in postpartum and perimenopausal stages.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Forced to give birth at a hospital door for not having a male companion: Taliban edicts endanger the lives of Afghan women

According to UNICEF, only 66% of women in Afghanistan currently give birth with skilled personnel present. Maternal mortality in 2024 reached 638 deaths per 100,000 live births, and neonatal mortality reached 24 deaths per 1,000 live births, figures among the highest in the world.
Women in technology
Women in technology
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Video: Opinion | Buckle Up, Women. Cars Still Aren't Built for You.

Car safety standards have historically neglected women's safety, leading to higher injury and death rates in crashes compared to men.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Women's health must be taken more seriously'

We are now realising we deserve more and for me it's teaching women what to say so they get taken seriously. Women on the whole - I wasn't - aren't very good at standing up for ourselves.
Cancer
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

Free Sound Baths, Pilates and Neuroscience Workshops at Westfield

Luxury wellness is coming to Westfield London as the Feel the Frequency 'wellness sensorium' is taking over The Village with free immersive experiences designed to reset your nervous systems and boost your moods.
Wellness
Health
fromNews Center
1 month ago

Premature Menopause Raises Long-Term Heart Risk by 40 Percent - News Center

Black women experience premature menopause (before age 40) three times more frequently than white women, and premature menopause increases lifetime coronary heart disease risk by 40 percent.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
1 month ago

Thrad Extends its Partnership with Betadine through iNova Pharmaceuticals

Thrad's advertising infrastructure enables Betadine to deliver digital-first healthcare campaigns that foster meaningful conversations around women's health and wellbeing.
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump chief of staff Susie Wiles diagnosed with breast cancer

Susie Wiles, White House chief of staff, diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, plans to continue working full-time during treatment with an excellent prognosis.
Health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Labour MP opens up about anorexia battle: I see my body and I feel disgust'

A Labour MP disclosed her teenage anorexia battle following leg amputation, highlighting eating disorders among disabled women linked to body image and identity struggles.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Endometriosis study aims for safer diagnosis

An NHS clinical trial tests a non-invasive diagnostic method using abdominal electrodes to detect endometriosis, potentially reducing diagnosis delays that currently require surgery.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Alternative to HRT for menopausal hot flushes now on NHS

For those who are unable to take HRT for varying reasons, options have historically been limited, and we have heard clearly from patients how difficult that has been. The evidence shows fezolinetant can meaningfully reduce symptoms, and was found to be cost effective, offering value for the taxpayer. This decision will give much-needed relief to those for whom HRT is unsuitable.
Medicine
Public health
fromNews Center
1 month ago

Automated Screening and Education Increases Urinary Incontinence Diagnoses - News Center

Automated urinary incontinence screening and education in primary care significantly increased diagnosis rates and treatment referrals among women.
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Whoop launches a new blood test focused on women's health | TechCrunch

Whoop launches women's health blood panel with 11 biomarkers and menstrual cycle tracking feature to provide insights into hormonal changes, cycle regulation, and metabolic health.
fromJezebel
1 month ago

We've Made More Progress in Barbie Technology in 60 Years Than in Women's Health!

In less than seven decades, Barbie's mug went from a strange and scary prototype to a perfectly sculpted, golden-ratio face. Her career opportunities? Endless. Her wardrobe? Infinite. Not to mention the intricate Malibu mansions, drivable cars, sprawling merchandise lines, and a movie-going phenomenon that earned over $1 billion worldwide.
Women
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

600 women's health leaders warn of social media censorship

Over 600 women's health leaders warn that social media platforms censor medically accurate women's health information, perpetuating harmful stigma around reproductive and gynecological topics.
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

My ADHD was missed until I was almost 40 women are struggling and underdiagnosed'

Women and girls with ADHD remain severely underdiagnosed, with one woman receiving her diagnosis at 37 after struggling with exhaustion, relationship difficulties, and frequent accidents throughout her life.
Health
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Sleep Apnea Often Goes Undetected in Women. That's Starting to Change

Obstructive sleep apnea in women during perimenopause and menopause is far more prevalent and underdiagnosed than historically recognized, with projections showing 30.4 million affected US women by 2050.
Healthcare
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Responsible compounding could close the innovation gap

Compounding can responsibly accelerate patient access to needed therapies when grounded in rigorous data, filling genuine clinical gaps while pursuing FDA approval, particularly in underserved areas like women's health.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Dr Janice Crowder: Discipline, Systems and Decades in Women's Healthcare

Born and raised in Texas, Dr Crowder left the state to attend Howard University. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in 1982 and her Doctor of Medicine degree in 1986 from Howard University College of Medicine. She returned to Texas to begin practising and later became board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in 1994.
Healthcare
Fundraising
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

DIY pads campaign for period poverty awareness

World Vision UK's Post Your Pad campaign encourages people to make reusable period pads in solidarity with 500 million women and girls facing period poverty globally.
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Majority of women unaware menopause can trigger new mental illness

Four in five UK adults lack awareness that menopause can trigger new mental illness, with only 21% of women knowing this connection despite widespread knowledge of physical symptoms.
Medicine
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How trendy 'whole-body' scans can miss this serious illness

Full-body MRI scans often fail to reliably detect breast cancer despite imaging the entire body, misleading consumers who assume comprehensive screening includes breast cancer detection.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

I spent 13 years in pain before doctors finally worked out why

Endometriosis diagnosis is significantly delayed in the UK, with patients waiting an average of nine years and four months, often dismissed as other conditions despite severe symptoms.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Tell us about your experience living with PCOS

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects over 10% of reproductive-age women and involves metabolic, cardiovascular, hormonal, psychological, skin, and reproductive impacts.
fromMail Online
2 months ago

The most bizarre responses to female climax - including CRYING

The researchers hope the findings will help to reassure women that their responses during orgasm are normal. 'While there have been case reports of women laughing, crying or having unusual physical symptoms during orgasm, this is the first study to characterize what these phenomena are, and when they are most likely to occur,' lead author Dr Lauren Streicher said. 'Women need to know that if they have uncontrollable peals of laughter every time they orgasm, and nothing was funny, they are not alone.'
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Failure to compensate pelvic mesh implant victims morally unacceptable', say campaigners

As every week, month, year passes, women are getting more frustrated, upset. You can't put their pain on hold. A lot of them have had to give up work or reduce their hours. They're struggling to make ends meet. We have some members, they've had to sell their homes and move in with elderly parents, marriages broken down We see those women at three in the morning trying to put up a post saying, I don't want to be here any more'
Public health
Women
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Can PR help solve the women's health crisis?

Women must advocate, ask the right questions, and use storytelling, education, and funding to improve access to life-saving health care and innovations.
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
2 months ago

The Personalized Vitamin Routine That Fits Her Life

vyv (pronounced v-eye-v), a new personalized vitamin and supplement brand designed for women ages 20 to 30 who want wellness to feel intuitive, flexible, and easy to keep up with. Think less pressure, fewer bottles, and way more "this actually works for my life." vyv is the younger sister brand to Persona™ Nutrition, designed with a fresh lens for Gen Z/Millennial females juggling packed schedules, shifting hormones, and big goals-without asking them to become supplement experts along the way.
Alternative medicine
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Why these women break the law to sell their eggs for IVF

Women in India are illegally selling eggs, undergoing repeated hormone stimulation and surgical retrievals to survive and supply a for-profit fertility market.
Public health
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Health insurance costs are up. Women and LGBTQ+ people are paying the price

Women and LGBTQ+ people face skyrocketing ACA marketplace premiums after subsidy lapse, forcing many to cut savings, work more, delay retirement, or forgo insurance.
fromYoga Journal
3 months ago

What You Need to Know About Yoga and Your Menstrual Cycle

The female hormonal system and menstrual health are extensively discussed in classical texts,
Women
fromBig Think
3 months ago

The medical myth that still shapes misunderstandings of women's health

Hysteria was long attributed to a wandering uterus. The earliest text blaming women's reproduction for illness was the Kahun Gynaecological Papyrus, an Egyptian medical scroll from 1900 BC. Women's wombs were blamed for things like choking, cognitive deficits and the inability to speak, and paralysis. Treatments for women were always nonsurgical: swallowing medicine or rubbing it on the body; fumigating the womb with oils or incense.
Women
Women
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

5 women's health myths, debunked by doctors

Breast cancer prevention requires individualized risk assessment and tailored screening beyond annual mammograms because mainstream coverage often oversimplifies and spreads misinformation.
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