Metabolic syndrome risk increased by severe hot flashes after menopause
Metabolic syndrome and high blood pressure are more likely to occur in women who experience increased severity of hot flashes after menopause.
Japan’s health ministry approves first abortion pill in its history
Japan’s health ministry has approved the country’s first abortion pill, following many discussions over controversial rules of consent.
Link between premature menopause, later hormone therapy and Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers are investigating the role of tau in the link between early menopause, delayed hormone therapy and Alzheimer's disease.
What are the causes of endometriosis? A study suggests genetics
Researchers were able to better identify the causes of endometriosis using different datasets of women with and without the condition, finding genetics play a large role.
Menopause in the workplace: Modernising employee support systems
In July 2022 the Women and Equalities Committee published a report focusing on menopause in the workplace, including recommendations to make menopause a protected characteristic under the Equality Act of 2010.
‘Discrimination towards men’ cited in UK menopause leave rejection
The proposal to make menopause leave a ‘protected characteristic’ under the Equality Act has been blocked by ministers in an effort to prevent discrimination towards men.
HIV is more likely for women suffering from intimate partner violence
Women who experience recent intimate partner violence are three times more likely to contract HIV in regions like Sub-Saharan Africa.
Predicting placenta accreta through blood panels
Researchers have identified circulating microparticle proteins with the ability to predict placenta accrete spectrum cases before their delivery, allowing improved mortality and morbidity for mothers.
Understanding the relationship between sex hormones and asthma
Dr Erika Kennington, Head of Research and Innovation at Asthma + Lung UK, says that millions of women are drawing the short straw with too little research exploring the effect of female sex hormones on asthma.
Drinking during pregnancy changes baby’s brain
Drinking during pregnancy, even in low to moderate amounts, can change the baby’s brain structure and delay brain development.
Pregnancy, breastfeeding and hormones
Here, Dr Fiona MacRae, Women’s Health & Hormone Specialist at The Marion Gluck Clinic, provides an expert view on pregnancy, breastfeeding and hormones.
How pregnancy changes the brain: 70% of women experience mental health issues
Pregnancy changes the brain in profound and long-lasting ways, affecting brain physiology, mood and behaviour.
SaliStick: World’s first saliva-based pregnancy test
The world’s first saliva-based pregnancy test is a non-invasive, easy and hygienic way to detect hormones, viruses and even diseases.
UK government to fund abortion services in Northern Ireland
Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris is commissioning state-funded abortion services across Northern Ireland, after the region fails to provide support for women.
Pregnant women die more from homicide than any other cause in the US
Pregnant women are more in danger of dying by homicide from intimate partner violence than any other cause of maternal death, including sepsis and haemorrhages.
Do PCOS symptoms vary depending on where you live?
Women's PCOS symptoms vary from state to state in America and are influenced by race and general health, here's why.
Research finds that 97% of women in the UK have been sexually harassed
An investigation by UN Women UK found that 97% of women surveyed have been sexually harassed, with a further 96% not reporting those situations because of the belief that it would not change anything.
Cannabis may offer relief from menopause symptoms
Menopause symptoms, ranging from hot flashes to weight gain, can be eased with cannabis and CBD, research finds.
What hidden carcinogenic chemicals are pregnant women exposed to?
Common ingredients used in dyes, pigments and plastics can contain carcinogenic chemicals which could potentially harm child development if used by pregnant women.
What’s the connection between menopause and weight gain?
The relation between menopause, BMI, hormones and weight gain is a complex one that many going through menopause don't really understand here menopause expert Dr Deborah Lee explains.