Lesbian and bisexual women more likely to have substance addictions
Sexual minorities, especially women, are more likely to have substance addictions due to discrimination, stress and childhood trauma.
The future of treating gestational diabetes
Dr Lucy Mackillop, Chief Medical Officer, Sensyne Health discusses the future of treating gestational diabetes.
New kisspeptin drug could treat polycystic ovary syndrome
Imperial College London are working on clinical trials of a kisspeptin drug that could treat PCOS, HA and other reproductive health problems.
AI technology can help diagnose birth defects and gestational diabetes
Researchers from the University of Seville have found that artificial intelligence (AI) can help to diagnose birth defects, gestational diabetes and preterm birth earlier.
Menstrual dysfunction more prevalent among young athletes
A study from the Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences at the University of Jyväskylä, Finland has found that menstrual dysfunction is more prevalent in young Finnish athletes than it is among non-athletes of a similar age.
What is the association between contraception and climate change?
Dr Deborah Lee, Dr Fox Online Pharmacy, explores what the association between contraception and climate change is and how it can save the planet.
Poorer women in Bangladesh fear bribes are required to access healthcare
Holding conversations in the slums of Dhaka, researchers found that poorer women in Bangladesh feared making "undocumented payments" as a necessity of accessing maternity healthcare.
46% of women believe the menopause will improve their sex life
Workout App niix fit has conducted research to investigate how women really feel about the menopause in order to raise awareness about the problems and the benefits that exist.
Female empowerment within sport: Four icons to enforce post-COVID change
Here, Zalando celebrates four icons enforcing female empowerment within sport in a post-COVID world.
13 remedies for back pain during pregnancy
Here, Bodytonic Clinic share their top 13 ways that women can alleviate the symptoms of pregnancy-related back pain as recommended by experts.
Vitamin D in pregnancy and post-partum
Tegan Philip, Head of Education at The Association of Naturopathic Practitioners, reviews how COVID-19 may amplify the already important role of vitamin D intake during pregnancy and post-partum.
Calcium supplements for menopausal women
Dr Deborah Lee, Dr Fox Online Pharmacy, explores the issue of calcium supplementation and shares her own personal experience after recently suffering her first osteoporotic fracture.
New link between menstrual cycle seizures and epilepsy
Rutgers University found that people experience menstrual cycle seizures due to genetic generalised epilepsy.
Getting to know the four phases of your menstrual cycle
Natasha Richardson, Founder of Forage Botanicals and Author of Your Period Handbook, explores the four phases of the menstrual cycle, what defines them and what to expect in each.
COVID-19: Women are losing the gender battleground once again
Faryal Minhas, Country Director for Iraq at Human Appeal tells us that women are losing the gender battleground once again because of the global pandemic restrictions.
5 ways to improve sleep during menopause
Dr Nerina Ramlakhan, neurophysiologist and sleep expert, shares advice on how to improve sleep and energy levels when you’re menopausal.
Bristol City Council spearheads campaign to eradicate period poverty
Councillor Helen Godwin, Cabinet Member for Women, Children and Young People on Bristol City Council, discusses the work being done by Bristol City Council to eradicate period poverty.
Health leaders raise awareness for the benefits of breastfeeding
To mark World Breastfeeding Week, health leaders in Leeds are raising awareness for the environmental and health benefits of breastfeeding.
Can CBD restore your hormonal imbalance?
Lorraine Clark, Director of hapihemp, explores whether CBD oil can be used to restore hormonal imbalances.
Pelvic floor dysfunction: Signs and symptoms
Roseanna Grace, Clinical Specialist Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist working within the NHS and Private Practice, highlights the signs and symptoms that women should look out for in pelvic floor dysfunction.
