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#abortion-rights
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
2 weeks 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.
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Nation
3 weeks 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.
fromwww.npr.org
7 hours ago
US news

Georgian filmmaker embedded in a birth clinic for a year to make abortion drama

Dea Kulumbegashvili's film 'April' challenges societal norms by depicting the harrowing realities of women's struggles in rural Georgia over abortion rights.
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago
Mental health

Planned Parenthood's Alexis McGill Johnson on resistance and resolve

Planned Parenthood confronts significant funding threats post-Supreme Court ruling on abortion rights.
fromAnOther
5 days ago
Independent films

April: The Ferocious and Dreamlike Abortion Drama That Shook Venice

Dea Kulumbegashvili's film presents a haunting exploration of abortion and motherhood through the lens of a harrowing protagonist in Georgia.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
2 weeks 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.
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Nation
3 weeks 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.
fromwww.npr.org
7 hours ago
US news

Georgian filmmaker embedded in a birth clinic for a year to make abortion drama

Dea Kulumbegashvili's film 'April' challenges societal norms by depicting the harrowing realities of women's struggles in rural Georgia over abortion rights.
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago
Mental health

Planned Parenthood's Alexis McGill Johnson on resistance and resolve

Planned Parenthood confronts significant funding threats post-Supreme Court ruling on abortion rights.
fromAnOther
5 days ago
Independent films

April: The Ferocious and Dreamlike Abortion Drama That Shook Venice

Dea Kulumbegashvili's film presents a haunting exploration of abortion and motherhood through the lens of a harrowing protagonist in Georgia.
more#abortion-rights
#menopause
Women
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Menopause Is So Hot Right Now

Menopause is a universally challenging experience for women, often surprising them despite cultural discussions.
Women
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Menopause Is Having a Moment

Drew Barrymore openly shared her experience with perimenopause on her show, promoting awareness of women's health issues.
More celebrities are normalizing conversations about menopause, helping to destigmatize this natural transition.
Alternative medicine
fromAxios
1 month ago

Your OB-GYN might be feeding you outdated menopause information

Hormone therapy risks may have been overstated and can be beneficial for menopausal women under 60.
Women
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

What Hormone Therapy Can Do For Menopause and Long-term Health

There is confusion and anxiety among menopausal women regarding hormone therapy, leading to a divide in usage and perception.
Women
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Menopause at 34: I had so much guilt - I'm an only child, my parents wouldn't get the chance to be grandparents

Emma Quirke's experience highlights the onset of primary ovarian insufficiency and early menopause, which became apparent after returning to work post-Covid.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Maimonides Health opens first Menopause Center in Brooklyn

Maimonides Health opens Brooklyn's first dedicated Menopause Center to address the lack of specialized care for women experiencing menopause.
Women
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Menopause Is So Hot Right Now

Menopause is a universally challenging experience for women, often surprising them despite cultural discussions.
Women
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Menopause Is Having a Moment

Drew Barrymore openly shared her experience with perimenopause on her show, promoting awareness of women's health issues.
More celebrities are normalizing conversations about menopause, helping to destigmatize this natural transition.
Alternative medicine
fromAxios
1 month ago

Your OB-GYN might be feeding you outdated menopause information

Hormone therapy risks may have been overstated and can be beneficial for menopausal women under 60.
Women
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

What Hormone Therapy Can Do For Menopause and Long-term Health

There is confusion and anxiety among menopausal women regarding hormone therapy, leading to a divide in usage and perception.
Women
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Menopause at 34: I had so much guilt - I'm an only child, my parents wouldn't get the chance to be grandparents

Emma Quirke's experience highlights the onset of primary ovarian insufficiency and early menopause, which became apparent after returning to work post-Covid.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Maimonides Health opens first Menopause Center in Brooklyn

Maimonides Health opens Brooklyn's first dedicated Menopause Center to address the lack of specialized care for women experiencing menopause.
more#menopause
#body-positivity
Women
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks 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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
Women

The one change that worked: I took my bra off during lockdown and never put it on again

The author's experience with long Covid caused her to reevaluate her relationship with bras and their role in her daily life.
Women
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks 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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
Women

The one change that worked: I took my bra off during lockdown and never put it on again

The author's experience with long Covid caused her to reevaluate her relationship with bras and their role in her daily life.
more#body-positivity
#abortion
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Texas midwife accused by state's attorney general of providing illegal abortions

Texas files criminal charges under abortion ban for the first time against a midwife accused of illegal abortions.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 days 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
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Texas midwife accused by state's attorney general of providing illegal abortions

Texas files criminal charges under abortion ban for the first time against a midwife accused of illegal abortions.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 days 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.
more#abortion
#sexual-health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Endometriosis Awareness Month: Navigating Pain and Pleasure

Endometriosis significantly impacts sexual health, causing pain and emotional distress, yet remains underdiagnosed and overlooked in discussions about intimate relationships.
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago
Privacy professionals

Irish GPs increasingly seeing injuries in women from 'rough sex' fuelled by violent pornography

Growing online porn influences sexual behavior, leading to harm and neglect of women's health concerns.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago
Mental health

Is It Actually Low Libido?

Libido fluctuates naturally and is influenced by multiple factors; it's not a static trait.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Endometriosis Awareness Month: Navigating Pain and Pleasure

Endometriosis significantly impacts sexual health, causing pain and emotional distress, yet remains underdiagnosed and overlooked in discussions about intimate relationships.
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago
Privacy professionals

Irish GPs increasingly seeing injuries in women from 'rough sex' fuelled by violent pornography

Growing online porn influences sexual behavior, leading to harm and neglect of women's health concerns.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago
Mental health

Is It Actually Low Libido?

Libido fluctuates naturally and is influenced by multiple factors; it's not a static trait.
more#sexual-health
London startup
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days 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.
#endometriosis
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

GPs laughed off Traitors star's endometriosis fears

Elen Wyn highlights the urgent need for better treatment and understanding of women's health issues, particularly in relation to endometriosis.
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago
Women

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

Florence Pugh opened up about her diagnosis of endometriosis and PCOS, highlighting her decision to freeze her eggs.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

GPs laughed off Traitors star's endometriosis fears

Elen Wyn highlights the urgent need for better treatment and understanding of women's health issues, particularly in relation to endometriosis.
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago
Women

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

Florence Pugh opened up about her diagnosis of endometriosis and PCOS, highlighting her decision to freeze her eggs.
more#endometriosis
fromBustle
1 week ago
Gadgets

These G-Spot Toys Quite Literally Hit The Spot

G-spot stimulation, whether real or not, significantly enhances sexual pleasure for many women, as indicated by numerous studies.
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago
Medicine

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

Public awareness of women's health issues, such as ovarian pain, amplifies through celebrities discussing their struggles.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week 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.
#fertility
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

I Froze My Eggs & I Don't Know How Or When To Use Them

Egg freezing offers a safety net for women reconsidering their timelines for motherhood.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week 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.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

I Froze My Eggs & I Don't Know How Or When To Use Them

Egg freezing offers a safety net for women reconsidering their timelines for motherhood.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week 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.
more#fertility
#pregnancy
OMG science
fromwww.nature.com
1 month ago

Here's How Long It Takes the Body to Recover from Pregnancy

Research reveals prolonged postnatal recovery period and potential for identifying pregnancy complications before conception.
Health
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week 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.
OMG science
fromwww.nature.com
1 month ago

Here's How Long It Takes the Body to Recover from Pregnancy

Research reveals prolonged postnatal recovery period and potential for identifying pregnancy complications before conception.
Health
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week 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.
more#pregnancy
London startup
fromPage Six
2 weeks 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.
#exercise
fromScienceDaily
2 weeks ago
Mental health

Are high support bras bad for the back?

Excessive bounce reduction in sports bras may harm spinal health.
fromScienceDaily
2 weeks ago
Mental health

Are high support bras bad for the back?

Excessive bounce reduction in sports bras may harm spinal health.
more#exercise
#health
Health
fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk
4 weeks 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
3 weeks 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.
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago
Mental health

Why Do I Feel Like I Have To Pee Every 5 Minutes? A Urologist Weighs In

Frequent urination in women, particularly after 40, is common and often linked to hydration levels.
Health
fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk
4 weeks 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
3 weeks 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.
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago
Mental health

Why Do I Feel Like I Have To Pee Every 5 Minutes? A Urologist Weighs In

Frequent urination in women, particularly after 40, is common and often linked to hydration levels.
more#health
Women
fromFuturism
2 weeks 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.
#mental-health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Breaking Barriers: Women's Mental Health

Women's mental health issues stem from complex social and biological factors, often leading to higher rates of depression and anxiety than men.
Effective solutions to women's mental health require comprehensive community and policy actions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Mental health

NSW's sole women's only clinic dedicated to trauma ends game-changing' focus

Ramsay Clinic Thirroul has shifted from trauma-specific care to a broader general women's mental health focus.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Mental health

Migraines made life feel unlivable. It took years to find a doctor who believed me

Chronic health conditions can severely affect new mothers, leading to isolation and frustration in seeking help.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Breaking Barriers: Women's Mental Health

Women's mental health issues stem from complex social and biological factors, often leading to higher rates of depression and anxiety than men.
Effective solutions to women's mental health require comprehensive community and policy actions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Mental health

NSW's sole women's only clinic dedicated to trauma ends game-changing' focus

Ramsay Clinic Thirroul has shifted from trauma-specific care to a broader general women's mental health focus.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Mental health

Migraines made life feel unlivable. It took years to find a doctor who believed me

Chronic health conditions can severely affect new mothers, leading to isolation and frustration in seeking help.
more#mental-health
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
3 weeks ago
Alternative medicine

How to Prepare for a Gynecologist Visit

Preparing for a gynecologist visit ensures accurate diagnosis.
Tracking your menstrual cycle and preparing specific questions enhances communication with your doctor.
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago
Mental health

Desperate for Botox

A writer reflects on her journey with Botox and the societal pressures of beauty standards for women in their fifties.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks 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.
fromBusiness Matters
4 weeks ago
Food & drink

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

Gillian Anderson's new energy drink brand, G Spot, caters to women with a caffeine-free formula made from natural ingredients.
Women
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks 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.
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.
#femtech
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
London startup

Breast pump startup Willow acquires assets of Elvie as UK women's health pioneer moves into administration | TechCrunch

Willow's acquisition of Elvie shows consolidation in the femtech sector as the market tightens after significant investments.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
London startup

Breast pump startup Willow acquires assets of Elvie as UK women's health pioneer moves into administration | TechCrunch

Willow's acquisition of Elvie shows consolidation in the femtech sector as the market tightens after significant investments.
more#femtech
#health-risks
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Too relaxed about the risks: the crisis in Black women's hair care

The beauty industry endangers Black women's health with unregulated and hazardous hair care products.
Cancer
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Scientists Find Strong Link Between Drinking Sugary Soda and Getting Cancer

Sugary soda consumption is significantly linked to a higher risk of oral cancer in women.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Coffee

I nearly died': Taba, the tobacco drug Gambian women share in secret

Intravaginal use of taba poses health risks despite its popularity among women in The Gambia.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Too relaxed about the risks: the crisis in Black women's hair care

The beauty industry endangers Black women's health with unregulated and hazardous hair care products.
Cancer
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Scientists Find Strong Link Between Drinking Sugary Soda and Getting Cancer

Sugary soda consumption is significantly linked to a higher risk of oral cancer in women.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Coffee

I nearly died': Taba, the tobacco drug Gambian women share in secret

Intravaginal use of taba poses health risks despite its popularity among women in The Gambia.
more#health-risks
#health-research
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Common vaginal 'imbalance' may be an STI

Bacterial vaginosis may be a sexually transmitted infection, impacting treatment approaches and awareness.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Cancer

Type 2 diabetes increases risk of liver and pancreatic cancers, study shows

Type 2 diabetes significantly increases the risk of lethal cancers, especially in women.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Common vaginal 'imbalance' may be an STI

Bacterial vaginosis may be a sexually transmitted infection, impacting treatment approaches and awareness.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Cancer

Type 2 diabetes increases risk of liver and pancreatic cancers, study shows

Type 2 diabetes significantly increases the risk of lethal cancers, especially in women.
more#health-research
#empowerment
Women
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

Women Share The One Thing About Sex They Wish They Knew Way Sooner

Sex education for women remains inadequate, leading to misconceptions and lack of accurate information.
Women should enjoy sex and communicate their needs to enhance sexual experiences.
fromWhoWhatWear
1 month ago
Mental health

Thais Aliabadi Continues to Revolutionize Women's Health With Ovii

Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi exemplifies courage and dedication, transforming her personal journey into a powerful career in women's health.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
Public health

Evangelina Rodriguez Traveled to Paris to Revolutionize Health Care in the Dominican Republic

Andrea Evangelina Rodriguez Perozo dedicated her life to women's health, becoming the first Dominican woman to graduate from medical school and revolutionizing health care.
Women
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

Women Share The One Thing About Sex They Wish They Knew Way Sooner

Sex education for women remains inadequate, leading to misconceptions and lack of accurate information.
Women should enjoy sex and communicate their needs to enhance sexual experiences.
fromWhoWhatWear
1 month ago
Mental health

Thais Aliabadi Continues to Revolutionize Women's Health With Ovii

Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi exemplifies courage and dedication, transforming her personal journey into a powerful career in women's health.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago
Public health

Evangelina Rodriguez Traveled to Paris to Revolutionize Health Care in the Dominican Republic

Andrea Evangelina Rodriguez Perozo dedicated her life to women's health, becoming the first Dominican woman to graduate from medical school and revolutionizing health care.
more#empowerment
Healthcare
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The gender gap in healthcare out-of-pocket costs needs bridging

Healthcare costs are disproportionately higher for women, leading to significant disparities in out-of-pocket spending compared to men.
#bacterial-vaginosis
Women
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Bacterial Vaginosis May Be Sexually Transmitted, New Study Shows

Bacterial vaginosis may be treated more effectively by including male partners in the treatment regimen.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Mental health

Bacterial Vaginosis: A New Understanding of Transmission

Treating male partners for BV reduces recurrence in women by 63%.
BV is linked to imbalances in vaginal bacteria and can affect women's health.
Both partners should seek treatment for BV to prevent reinfection.
Labeling BV as an STI may help but could also increase stigma.
Women
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Bacterial Vaginosis May Be Sexually Transmitted, New Study Shows

Bacterial vaginosis may be treated more effectively by including male partners in the treatment regimen.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Mental health

Bacterial Vaginosis: A New Understanding of Transmission

Treating male partners for BV reduces recurrence in women by 63%.
BV is linked to imbalances in vaginal bacteria and can affect women's health.
Both partners should seek treatment for BV to prevent reinfection.
Labeling BV as an STI may help but could also increase stigma.
more#bacterial-vaginosis
Mental health
fromBustle
1 month ago

Colorectal Cancer Is On The Rise In Young Women

Colorectal cancer is becoming more prevalent, particularly among women under 50, underscoring the need for earlier screenings.
#genocide
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Israeli attacks on women's healthcare in Gaza amount to genocidal acts', UN says

Israel's attacks on women's healthcare in Gaza are accused of genocidal intent, as per a UN report.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Israeli attacks on women's healthcare in Gaza amount to genocidal acts', UN says

Israel's attacks on women's healthcare in Gaza are accused of genocidal intent, as per a UN report.
more#genocide
Women in technology
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Women's tennis players are finally getting paid parental leave. Here's what 5 stars have said about getting back into the game after having kids.

The Women's Tennis Association has implemented maternity benefits, including 12 months of paid maternity leave for players.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Athletes on fertility, egg freezing and having it all: I can have it if I want it'

Elite female athletes often delay family planning due to sport demands, creating a conflict between career and motherhood.
Health
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

In Nightmare News, Tampons Have Been Found To Contain Arsenic And Lead

Toxic metals found in menstrual products may pose health risks, including increased chances of dementia and infertility.
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