#women's health

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Cancer
fromNature
21 hours ago

Lung cancer in women emerges as a distinct disease

Lung cancer in women is often misdiagnosed or diagnosed late due to gender bias, underrepresentation in research, and inadequate screening and treatment practices.
#autoimmune-disease
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
21 hours ago

Autoimmunity and the Good Girls

Self-silencing and over-giving can contribute to immune dysfunction in women, and empowerment may be a missing modality in women’s health.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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.
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
21 hours ago

Autoimmunity and the Good Girls

Self-silencing and over-giving can contribute to immune dysfunction in women, and empowerment may be a missing modality in women’s health.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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.
#pcos
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
Health

The promises and pitfalls of personalized health

Renaming PCOS to PMOS reflects a hormonal and metabolic condition affecting multiple organs and linked health risks beyond ovarian cysts.
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago
Medicine

PCOS Got A New Name, One Experts Hope Will Change How Women Receive Care

PCOS is renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome to better reflect endocrine and metabolic dysfunction, reduce stigma, and improve diagnosis and care.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

PCOS name change 'more representative of condition'

PCOS was renamed to PMOS to reflect a whole-body metabolic condition affecting more than 170 million women, improving understanding, diagnosis, and treatment.
Health
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

The promises and pitfalls of personalized health

Renaming PCOS to PMOS reflects a hormonal and metabolic condition affecting multiple organs and linked health risks beyond ovarian cysts.
Medicine
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago

PCOS Got A New Name, One Experts Hope Will Change How Women Receive Care

PCOS is renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome to better reflect endocrine and metabolic dysfunction, reduce stigma, and improve diagnosis and care.
Health
fromElite Traveler
2 days ago

The Nutritionists to Follow on Social Media Right Now

Follow evidence-based nutrition guidance from qualified professionals who translate research into practical, no-fad advice.
Women
fromFast Company
5 days ago

The care economy is aging

Care workers entering perimenopause and menopause lack guidance and protection, harming their health and undermining workforce stability and care continuity.
Medicine
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

OK, Is Claritin & Pepcid Really The Combo To Cure My Mom Brain & Perimenopausal Fog?

Daily Claritin plus Pepcid is promoted as a “histamine block” to improve focus and brain fog, but effectiveness and safety for moms need evaluation.
#adenomyosis
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

'Adenomyosis may be invisible, its impact is not'

Adenomyosis affects at least one in ten women, causing severe, irregular, painful periods and often leading to dismissal when seeking care.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month 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

'Adenomyosis may be invisible, its impact is not'

Adenomyosis affects at least one in ten women, causing severe, irregular, painful periods and often leading to dismissal when seeking care.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month 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
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Lose Weight With GLP-1s, Get Judged More Than if You'd Done Nothing

GLP-1 reduces food noise, but social judgment can intensify, shifting moral scrutiny from willpower to biology and self-worth.
Women in technology
fromFortune
1 week ago

World Economic Forum: women's health gets only 20% of R&D funding. We must seize this $1 trillion opportunity | Fortune

Agile, resilient health systems require innovation across clinical, digital, and organizational tools to adapt proactively to interconnected crises.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

'New cancer test makes me feel women's health matters'

A less invasive womb cancer test called WID-easy is being trialled, providing faster results and improving patient comfort and confidence in women’s health care.
#perimenopause
Women
fromTNW | Apps
1 week ago

Flo Health launches perimenopause tools as survey finds 66% of women felt more prepared for puberty

Flo Health will launch premium perimenopause tools to address widespread lack of knowledge and improve symptom understanding and relief options for women.
Health
fromScary Mommy
1 month 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
1 month 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
2 months 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.
Women
fromTNW | Apps
1 week ago

Flo Health launches perimenopause tools as survey finds 66% of women felt more prepared for puberty

Flo Health will launch premium perimenopause tools to address widespread lack of knowledge and improve symptom understanding and relief options for women.
Health
fromScary Mommy
1 month 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
1 month 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
2 months 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.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Becoming a mum left me incontinent - we need to talk about birth injuries

Bowel or anal incontinence affects many women and is often linked to birth injuries, yet survivors frequently face shame and lack of support.
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

This Female Entrepreneur Thinks Every Woman Should Microdose - Here's Why

“Women are always looking for a way to unwind,” says Tess Finkle. “It's a tale as old as time.” As the founder of a high-powered Los Angeles agency with 20 years of PR experience, she knows stress firsthand. But while the quest to relax hasn't ended, the tools have changed. Alcohol isn't as huge as it once was, beta blocker prescriptions are on the rise, and traditional options like the spa are often too time-consuming or expensive.
Wellness
Medicine
fromBustle
2 weeks ago

Let's Get Real About The Emotional Toll Of Recurrent UTIs

Recurrent UTIs cause significant emotional and mental strain, turning exciting plans into stress and limiting experiences.
Health
fromBustle
2 weeks ago

5 Surprising Reasons Your UTI Might Keep Coming Back

Recurrent UTIs are common in women and can persist due to incomplete eradication, triggering symptoms like urgency and burning despite hydration and hygiene.
Medicine
fromBustle
2 weeks ago

7 Signs To Not Ignore If You've Had A UTI Before

UTI symptoms can be subtle and worsen without obvious warning, so prior experience can delay care and allow infections to spread.
Medicine
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

A condition affecting 1 in 8 women just got renamed after decades of confusion and misdiagnosis

Polycystic ovary syndrome will be renamed PMOS to better reflect endocrine, metabolic, and ovarian dysfunction and improve diagnosis and care.
Public health
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Some Women Are Obsessively Testing Their Vaginas to Optimize Them

At-home vaginal microbiome tests can help identify infections and guide targeted treatment when conventional care fails.
#womens-health
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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.
Medicine
fromwww.7x7.com
2 months 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.
Women
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

These two words that women say could lead to a health crisis

Most women regularly say they are fine despite discomfort, leading many to avoid telling doctors and to suffer through recurring issues.
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks 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.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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.
Medicine
fromwww.7x7.com
2 months 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.
#menopause
Health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

How a Changing Body in Perimenopause Carries Mental Weight

Menopause can affect far more than hot flashes, and women’s symptoms are often dismissed instead of validated and supported.
Women
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks 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
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

How a Changing Body in Perimenopause Carries Mental Weight

Menopause can affect far more than hot flashes, and women’s symptoms are often dismissed instead of validated and supported.
Women
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks 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 in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Abortion pills are saving women's lives. The right is trying to eliminate them | Moira Donegan

The overturning of Roe v. Wade has severely impacted women's health and rights in America, leading to widespread consequences for women's lives.
Wellness
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

The Internet Is Obsessed With Ovulation

The menstrual cycle is often portrayed as a gift, but narratives around it can lead to misconceptions and potential emotional costs.
Mental health
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

The invisible face of pregnancy and postpartum: one in every 16 women experiences serious depression

Pregnancy and postpartum can involve serious mental health issues, with 1 in 16 women suffering from major depressive disorder during this period.
Medicine
fromBustle
3 weeks ago

HS Disproportionately Affects Women - Here Are 4 Things To Know

Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic inflammatory skin condition affecting women, causing painful bumps and often misdiagnosed due to misconceptions.
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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 month 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
3 weeks 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 month 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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 month 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 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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.
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks 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
4 weeks 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.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks 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
4 weeks 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.
Health
fromScary Mommy
4 weeks 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
4 weeks 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
1 month 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 month 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 month 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 month 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.
SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month 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.
Mental health
fromFast Company
1 month 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.
Healthcare
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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.
Exercise
fromNature
1 month 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.
fromABC30 Fresno
2 months 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 in technology
fromiRunFar
2 months 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
2 months 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
2 months 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
2 months 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.
fromLondon On The Inside
2 months 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
2 months 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
2 months 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
2 months 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
2 months 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
2 months 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
2 months 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
2 months 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.
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months 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.
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