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Treatment outcomes for breast cancer have become better over the years, but proportion of breast cancers still recur even after long periods without signs of cancer remaining dormant in the body. Finnish cancer researchers discovered a mechanism that wakes up these dormant breast cancer cells and demonstrated that preventing the mechanism can significantly improve treatment …
The Mediterranean Diet is ranked among the best to follow for its numerous health benefits and is gaining popularity for these reasons. Now a long-term study from Mass General Brigham and Women’s Hospital published in JAMA adds to these benefits, finding that the Mediterranean Diet is linked to a lower risk of early death in …
A new review of research evidence has explored the key differences in how women and men sleep, variations in their body clocks, and how this affects their metabolism. Published in Sleep Medicine Reviews, the paper highlights the crucial role sex plays in understanding these factors and suggests a person’s biological sex should be considered when …
A study led by a team of researchers from the Universities of East Anglia (UEA), Sheffield, and Leeds published in the European Heart Journal Open has made an important advancement in how heart failure is detected in women, by fine-tuning how magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is used to detect heart failure, making it more accurate, …
According to a recent longitudinal study published in PLOS Medicine from the University of Sydney measuring physical activity at more than one-time point, examining the long-term-causal effects of exercise, adherence to physical activity guidelines throughout middle age is associated with a higher health-related quality of life in women. For this study, data was collected at …
Women who regularly swim in cold water report experiencing significant improvements to both their physical and mental menopause symptoms, according to research recently published in Post Reproductive Health that was led by researchers from the University College London (UCL). This study involved 1114 women, 785 of whom were experiencing symptoms of menopause to examine the …
Menopause marks a significant phase in a woman’s life, characterized by the cessation of menstruation and a complex array of symptoms that can profoundly impact overall well-being and quality of life. From the discomfort of hot flashes and night sweats to the emotional turbulence of mood swings and the frustration of sleep disturbances, the manifestations …
The global population is expected to fall for the first time since the Black Death due to plummeting birth rates according to a study published in the Lancet. Overall, the decline in the number of women around the world having children is starting to slow the growth of the global population which stands at around …
In the realm of women’s health, the impact of reproductive factors on metabolic well-being has often been overlooked. However, emerging scientific research is now shedding light on the profound ways in which a woman’s reproductive experiences can shape her metabolic health. This expanded understanding is crucial for both patients and healthcare providers, as it empowers …
During the days leading up to their period (as well as during), women often experience disruptions in their sleep patterns and heightened feelings of anger. This study published in The Journal of Sleep Research, set out to shed light on the intricate relationship between women’s menstrual cycles, emotions, and sleep patterns. “Our research provides valuable …