Sex hormones modulate the immune system
Sex hormones modulate the immune system to influence disease risk differently. Researchers have uncovered how hormones profoundly affect our immune systems, explaining why men and...
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.
Creation of ground-breaking database to enhance maternal care in Nigeria
A Coventry University researcher has been part of a first-of-its-kind project to establish an electronic healthcare database to improve maternity care and reduce deaths of...
A million breast bounces have helped scientists lead a bra revolution
The University of Portsmouth’s pioneering Research Group in Breast Health is celebrating 10 years since it opened the world’s first sports bra test facility. In...
Motherhood: Prioritizing maternal mental health
The journey of motherhood is often fraught with challenges, and for those struggling with additional mental health issues, these challenges can be magnified. The societal...
Dr Louise Newson: The Truth about the Menopause & HRT
Dr. Louise Newson is a leading menopause specialist and founder of the Newson Health Menopause and Wellbeing Centre. She is a passionate advocate for women's...
Substance Found to Prevent Chlamydia Infections
Active substance identified for the prevention of chlamydia infections: Despite the significant increase in sexually transmitted diseases in recent years, there is currently no vaccine...
Enhanced Therapy for Gestational Diabetes through New Subgroups
Patients with gestational diabetes show different disease progressions and therefore require personalised treatment measures. An international research team led by MedUni Vienna has now identified...
Epidural: Associated with reduction in severe maternal health complications
Receiving an epidural during labour is associated with a significant reduction in severe maternal morbidity (serious health problems during childbirth or the six weeks following...
The Quest for Longevity Starts In the Ovaries
While we know ovaries are one of the first organs to age in women, we do not know why and how fast. Women live a significant...
Potentially fatal anaemia cases are on the rise
Potentially fatal anaemia cases are on the rise – watch out for lesser-known signs, urges expert. Research shows cases of anaemia – a potentially fatal...
