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 Queensland found a low-iron diet in pregnant mice caused male-to-female sex reversal in a proportion of their embryos. Emeritus Professor Peter Koopman from UQ’s Institute for Molecular Bioscience, working with […]
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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, and partnership. Yet, too often, it slips into silence—buried under stigma or brushed aside by inadequate care. This guide seeks not only to inform but to affirm that intimacy, desire, […]
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Women who suffer from endometriosis have an increased risk of premature and early menopause, both naturally and surgically, University of Queensland researchers have found. A comprehensive international study found women with endometriosis are at 7 times the risk of surgical menopause (involving the removal of both ovaries) and face a higher risk of premature menopause […]
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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, University of Queensland researchers have found. A comprehensive international study found women with endometriosis are at 7 times the risk of surgical menopause (involving the removal of both ovaries) and […]
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It seems the norm for us all to be busy in life and not think anything of it. While we seem to be steering away from the idea of wearing the busy badge as a sign of glory, burnout is still an issue. Many of us are experiencing more anxiety, stress, and depression than ever, […]
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Are you suffering from constipation? Ahead of Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, Dr Tim Woodman, Medical Director, Policy and Cancer Services, Bupa UK Insurance, explores the UK’s top Googled searches around not being able to ‘go’, and shares advice for anyone seeking help. Constipation can have many possible causes, from being dehydrated to not moving around […]
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NHS approval of endometriosis therapy Ryeqo enhances patient care, eases healthcare strain, says GlobalData. A new endometriosis pill, relugolix combination therapy (Ryeqo), has been approved for NHS use in England. Expected to benefit around 1,000 women annually, the pill offers a more convenient, effective treatment option. The National Health Service (NHS) in England has approved […]
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Studies across the UK and the rest of the world reveal that there is continuing stigma and reticence concerning giving CPR to someone with breasts. In addition many women experience atypical signs and symptoms of a heart attack – so early warning signs may be missed and critical time may be lost. Women are less […]
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The British Heart Foundation are campaigning for more people to recognise the signs and symptoms of heart attacks in women. Many people have the misconception that heart attacks only happen to men and this has led to thousands of women failing to realise that they are experiencing a heart attack and consequently not seeking the necessary medical […]
Climate change may be delaying births – New Curtin University research has found exposure to outdoor air pollution and extreme temperatures during pregnancy may increase the risk of prolonged pregnancy, offering new insights into the impact of climate change on maternal health. The study analysed data from nearly 400,000 births in Western Australia and found […]
