Plastic surgeons call for ban on breast fillers
Britain's leading plastic surgeons are calling for an immediate ban on synthetic dermal fillers being injected into breasts, warning the procedure carries "unacceptable" risks including...
Women’s Health
The Women’s Health section explores a wide range of topics relating to women’s health, including breast and ovarian cancer, fertility, childbirth, and sexual health. It emphasises the importance of a global, multidisciplinary approach to these issues, addressing challenges such as delayed endometriosis diagnoses and the impact of climate change on pregnant women. The section also delves into the psychological aspects of health, like managing ‘chemo-brain’ in breast cancer survivors, and explores the genetic links between conditions like endometriosis and IBS, highlighting the diverse and complex nature of women’s health concerns.
Here’s Health (1937)
This archival British Pathé film shows members of the Women’s League of Health and Beauty taking part in organised group exercise. The footage captures young...
One in three women consider leaving their jobs due to menopause symptoms
Despite employer confidence in workplace provision, women say lack of support is forcing them to cut hours, turn down promotions, or quit entirely - but...
Endometriosis to be new NHS Online hospital priority
Endometriosis UK welcomes NHS England's announcement that menstrual health conditions, including endometriosis, will be one of the priority areas supported by the new NHS Online...
New method accelerates resistance testing in UTIs
New method accelerates resistance testing in urinary tract infections - Direct analysis of urine delivers antibiotic resistance results up to 24 hours earlier Researchers at...
Continuous glucose monitoring reduces risk of excessive birth weight
Gestational diabetes: Continuous glucose monitoring reduces risk of excessive birth weight An international research team led by the Medical University of Vienna has shown that...
HPV vaccination reduces pregnancy complications
Pregnant women who were vaccinated against Human Papillomavirus (HPV) at school are less likely to experience serious pregnancy related complications according to University of Aberdeen...
Iron deficiency in pregnancy may affect sex development
Iron deficiency in pregnancy may influence the sex development of a baby in utero, researchers have found. An 8-year international study involving The University of...
Menopausal Sexual Health: From Symptoms to Solutions
Your Guide to Menopausal Sexual Health: From Symptoms to Solutions: Sexual health in menopause is neither peripheral nor optional. It remains integral to identity, well-being,...
Endometriosis linked to premature and early menopause
Endometriosis linked to premature and early menopause: Women who suffer from endometriosis have an increased risk of premature and early menopause, both naturally and surgically,...
