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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
4 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
5 days 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
4 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
1 week 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
4 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
5 days 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
4 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
1 week 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.
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.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
2 months 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.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

These Facts About Menopause Will Make You Say "Wait, Why Didn't I Know This?!"

Menopause remains a misunderstood topic due to a lack of open discussion, leading to misinformation and unnecessary discomfort.
Women
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

Lisa Mosconi, neuroscientist: Menopause is making women feel less valuable than before'

Lisa Mosconi emphasizes the need for increased research on menopause, highlighting current underfunding and societal stigmas surrounding women's health.
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.
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.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
2 months 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.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

These Facts About Menopause Will Make You Say "Wait, Why Didn't I Know This?!"

Menopause remains a misunderstood topic due to a lack of open discussion, leading to misinformation and unnecessary discomfort.
Women
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

Lisa Mosconi, neuroscientist: Menopause is making women feel less valuable than before'

Lisa Mosconi emphasizes the need for increased research on menopause, highlighting current underfunding and societal stigmas surrounding women's health.
more#menopause
#wellness
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
5 days ago
Mental health

Breaking the Stigma: How Cannabis Is Quietly Revolutionizing Women's Wellness | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Women are leading a wellness revolution in cannabis use, shifting the narrative from recreational use to health benefits.
fromBustle
6 days ago
Mental health

Night Sweats & Hot Flashes Getting In Your Way? These Supplements Can Help

Menopause symptoms can be managed with natural supplements, promoting women's health during this life phase.
fromBuzzFeed
2 days ago
Alternative medicine

29 Products From TikTok That Will Make You Feel Like You're Living In The Future

A portable cordless heating pad offers effective relief for menstrual cramps and other pains, with adjustable heat and vibration features.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
5 days ago
Mental health

Breaking the Stigma: How Cannabis Is Quietly Revolutionizing Women's Wellness | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Women are leading a wellness revolution in cannabis use, shifting the narrative from recreational use to health benefits.
fromBustle
6 days ago
Mental health

Night Sweats & Hot Flashes Getting In Your Way? These Supplements Can Help

Menopause symptoms can be managed with natural supplements, promoting women's health during this life phase.
fromBuzzFeed
2 days ago
Alternative medicine

29 Products From TikTok That Will Make You Feel Like You're Living In The Future

A portable cordless heating pad offers effective relief for menstrual cramps and other pains, with adjustable heat and vibration features.
more#wellness
fromBustle
4 days ago
Mental health

How Many Tampons Do You Actually Need For One Period? An Expert Weighs In

The average tampon use is 3-6 per day of menstruation, varying by factors like flow intensity and comfort.
#endometriosis
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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Mental health

Major endometriosis study reveals impact of gluten, coffee, dairy and alcohol

Dietary changes may help alleviate endometriosis pain, as shown by a new survey highlighting significant symptom relief for many women.
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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Mental health

Major endometriosis study reveals impact of gluten, coffee, dairy and alcohol

Dietary changes may help alleviate endometriosis pain, as shown by a new survey highlighting significant symptom relief for many women.
more#endometriosis
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago
UK politics

Minister 'starts to take women's health seriously'

Jersey's health minister is beginning to prioritize women's health issues, according to the Health and Social Scrutiny Panel head.
#reproductive-health
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks 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.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
5 days ago
Mental health

From Period Pain to Menopause Relief: Cannabis and the Future of Women's Health | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Women are turning to cannabis for reproductive health issues, finding relief from menstrual pain, mood swings, and menopause symptoms.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks 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.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
5 days ago
Mental health

From Period Pain to Menopause Relief: Cannabis and the Future of Women's Health | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Women are turning to cannabis for reproductive health issues, finding relief from menstrual pain, mood swings, and menopause symptoms.
more#reproductive-health
#body-positivity
Women
fromBuzzFeed
3 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
1 week 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
3 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
1 week 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
1 week 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
1 week 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
fromIrish Independent
1 week 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
3 weeks ago
Mental health

Is It Actually Low Libido?

Libido fluctuates naturally and is influenced by multiple factors; it's not a static trait.
fromIrish Independent
1 week 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
3 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
1 week 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.
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.
#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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
1 month 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
4 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
1 month 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
4 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
#mental-health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 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
fromThe New Yorker
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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.
London startup
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

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.
#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
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.
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.
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.nytimes.com
2 months 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.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months 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.
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