Women's Health - Page 21

December 13, 2024

Incurable, 'highly contagious' STD affects nearly 900 million people under age 50

HSV, or genital herpes, has affected millions of people around the world. Researchers and experts weigh in on the risks and developing treatments of the high-burden sexually transmitted infection.

December 12, 2024

Biden says the GOP doesn't understand the importance of advancing women's well-being: 'I mean it'

Joe Biden slammed Republicans for not understanding how advancing women's health not only improves the lives of women but the prosperity of the entire nation, at the White House Wednesday.

December 12, 2024

Why do women get 'the ick' from men? Experts explain the psychology behind the feeling

Many women may get "the ick" from men's actions or appearance. Scientists say the phenomenon is related to a primal instinct to protect women's health that naturally occurs in other primate species.

December 9, 2024

New Taliban decree bans women from medical training: 'devastating decision'

The Taliban issued a new directive that bans women from studying at medical institutions, effectively shutting out women from becoming nurses and midwives.

December 2, 2024

Alcohol deaths have more than doubled in recent years, especially among women

From 1999 to 2020, the number of alcohol-related deaths has nearly doubled, according to Florida Atlantic University study. A researcher and addiction specialists discuss the risk factors.

December 1, 2024

Do women need more sleep than men? Here’s what experts think

Sleep is important for everyone – but do women require more than men? Women's health and sleep experts discuss sleep needs based on research and biological factors.

November 30, 2024

NY Times hammered for article referring to biological women as ‘non-transgender women’

Prominent social media users went scorched earth against a recent New York Times article that referred to biological women as "non-transgender women."

November 24, 2024

I wanted an abortion. But then I made a friend who saved my baby

Many women feel alone during pregnancy. The Human Coalition clinic listened to my worries and needs and helped prepare me for my baby. They also gave another gift -- friendship.

November 23, 2024

DR. NICOLE SAPHIER: Alarming rise of this cancer in younger women requires a surprising approach

Our societal shift from traditional families is taking a toll. The declining birth rate and delaying childbearing both are contributing factors for cancer in younger women.

November 22, 2024

AI detects woman’s breast cancer after routine screening missed it: 'Deeply grateful'

A U.K. woman had her breast cancer detected through AI after a routine mammogram came back as normal. Experts Drs. Nicole Saphier and Harvey Castro discuss the power of AI in cancer care.