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New Drug Shrinks Prostate Tumors in 82% of Trial Patients
Health & Wellness3h ago

New Drug Shrinks Prostate Tumors in 82% of Trial Patients

A groundbreaking immunotherapy drug has shown stunning results in early trials, shrinking tumors in men with advanced prostate cancer who had run out of treatment options. Researchers believe this breakthrough could eventually lead to cures for a disease that affects 1.5 million men worldwide each year.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
Lupita Nyong'o Launches Fund for Fibroid Research
Health & Wellness3h ago

Lupita Nyong'o Launches Fund for Fibroid Research

After discovering she has 50 uterine fibroids, Oscar winner Lupita Nyong'o is fighting to give women better treatment options than invasive surgery. She's raising $200,000 for research and taking her cause to Congress.

Good Good Good3 min read
Jerry McCormick Urges Black Men: Get Tested at 45
Health & Wellness1d ago

Jerry McCormick Urges Black Men: Get Tested at 45

A San Diego cancer survivor is turning his unexpected diagnosis into a mission to save lives. Jerry McCormick's message is simple: early screening for prostate cancer can mean the difference between life and death, especially for Black men.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Korean Scientists Launch Plant-Based Period Pads in U.S.
Innovation1d ago

Korean Scientists Launch Plant-Based Period Pads in U.S.

Female scientists from South Korea's top tech university just brought a genuine period care innovation to America. Their pads replace the hidden synthetic chemicals in most products with plant-based materials.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)2 min read
India Launches Free HPV Vaccine for Girls Nationwide
Health & Wellness2d ago

India Launches Free HPV Vaccine for Girls Nationwide

India is rolling out a nationwide HPV vaccination campaign starting February 28 to protect 14-year-old girls from cervical cancer, which kills 75,000 Indian women every year. The free vaccine will be available at 30,000 centers across the country.

Indian Express2 min read
UK Baby Born from Deceased Donor's Transplanted Uterus
Health & Wellness2d ago

UK Baby Born from Deceased Donor's Transplanted Uterus

A healthy baby boy named Hugo became the first UK child born from a deceased donor's uterus transplant, opening new doors for women with infertility. His mother was born without a uterus, but groundbreaking surgery and IVF made her dream of pregnancy possible.

Google News - Medical Breakthrough2 min read
HPV Vaccine Cuts Cervical Cancer Risk 79% After 18 Years
Health & Wellness2d ago

HPV Vaccine Cuts Cervical Cancer Risk 79% After 18 Years

A groundbreaking 18-year study from Sweden shows the HPV vaccine provides lasting protection against cervical cancer, with no signs of weakening over time. Nearly a million women participated in research that could help eliminate cervical cancer as a public health threat.

Medical Xpress3 min read
Southern Africa Cuts HIV Deaths, Maternal Mortality by 50%
Community Heroes3d ago

Southern Africa Cuts HIV Deaths, Maternal Mortality by 50%

Seven countries in Southern Africa have achieved up to 50% reductions in maternal deaths while continuing to lead the world in HIV response. The SADC region's bold 2018 health strategy is delivering measurable results for women and girls across the continent.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
HPV Vaccine Cuts Cervical Cancer 27% Nationwide
Health & Wellness3d ago

HPV Vaccine Cuts Cervical Cancer 27% Nationwide

Since the HPV vaccine became available in 2006, cervical cancer rates have dropped 27% among young American women, with some states seeing reductions over 50%. Every 10% increase in vaccination rates translates to nearly 12% fewer cancer cases.

Medical Xpress3 min read
Tanzania Hospital Removes 15-Pound Tumor, Saves Woman's Life
Health & Wellness3d ago

Tanzania Hospital Removes 15-Pound Tumor, Saves Woman's Life

After four years of living with a 15-pound tumor she thought was pregnancy, a 44-year-old Tanzanian woman finally received life-saving surgery at a free medical outreach clinic. Her story highlights both the success of expanded healthcare access and the critical importance of seeking medical care early.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
Pro Golfer Max Homa Gets Real About Skin Condition
Health & Wellness3d ago

Pro Golfer Max Homa Gets Real About Skin Condition

Six-time PGA Tour winner Max Homa is speaking openly about his 20-year battle with seborrheic dermatitis to help others seek treatment. The golfer wants to break down the stigma that keeps many people, especially men, from seeing a dermatologist.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Kenya's $50 Trainer Helping Doctors Master Life-Saving Surgery
Innovation3d ago

Kenya's $50 Trainer Helping Doctors Master Life-Saving Surgery

A portable surgical training device made in Kenya is helping doctors practice keyhole surgery at home, cutting recovery times and saving lives. Female doctors now make up 80% of recent graduates from the program.

AllAfrica - Health3 min read
68-Year-Old Doubles Her Strength in Just 4 Weeks
Community Heroes3d ago

68-Year-Old Doubles Her Strength in Just 4 Weeks

A woman who never stuck with strength training finally found a program that worked—and doubled her lifting weight in one month. Her journey proves it's never too late to build serious muscle and transform your fitness.

Womens Health2 min read
Runner Completes Marathon in Every Trimester of Pregnancy
Community Heroes3d ago

Runner Completes Marathon in Every Trimester of Pregnancy

A dedicated marathoner ran three full races during her pregnancy, one in each trimester, proving that staying active can be safe and empowering for expecting mothers. With medical support and a flexible training approach, she crossed finish lines at 3, 17, and 33 weeks pregnant.

Womens Health2 min read
Ghana Counselor: Support Wives Through Health Changes, Not Divorce
Acts of Kindness4d ago

Ghana Counselor: Support Wives Through Health Changes, Not Divorce

A marriage counselor in Ghana is urging husbands to stand by their wives when intimate health challenges arise after childbirth, calling it a time for partnership rather than separation. Her advice comes after a man considered divorce over physical changes he noticed in his wife five months after she gave birth.

Myjoyonline Ghana3 min read
Mammograms May Soon Detect Heart Disease Risk in Women
Health & Wellness4d ago

Mammograms May Soon Detect Heart Disease Risk in Women

Routine mammograms could soon screen for both breast cancer and heart disease in a single appointment. New research shows calcium deposits spotted in breast arteries predict cardiovascular risk with surprising accuracy.

Womens Health2 min read
Snooki's Stage 1 Cancer Caught Early, Urges Screenings
Health & WellnessFeb 21

Snooki's Stage 1 Cancer Caught Early, Urges Screenings

Jersey Shore's Snooki announced her stage 1 cervical cancer diagnosis but shared hopeful news that doctors caught it early thanks to regular Pap smears. She's using her platform to encourage fans to prioritize their health screenings.

Google News - Entertainment2 min read
Woman Crochets 29,000 Free Breast Prosthetics for Survivors
VideosFeb 20

Woman Crochets 29,000 Free Breast Prosthetics for Survivors

After her own battle with breast cancer, Jayashree Ratan picked up a crochet hook and created something that changed 29,000 lives. What started as one handmade breast prosthetic in 2017 has become a nationwide movement restoring dignity to cancer survivors.

The Better India2 min read
Brain Changes in Menopause Are Reversible, Study Finds
Health & WellnessFeb 20

Brain Changes in Menopause Are Reversible, Study Finds

Scientists discovered that menopause reshapes your brain in measurable ways, but the good news is you can actively support your cognitive health through simple lifestyle changes. New research offers hope and concrete solutions for millions of women navigating this life stage.

Womens Health2 min read
Running After 50 Won't Wreck Your Knees, Science Confirms
Community HeroesFeb 19

Running After 50 Won't Wreck Your Knees, Science Confirms

New research proves running doesn't cause knee arthritis, and inspiring women in their 70s and 80s are living proof that you can lace up at any age. The old "running ruins your knees" warning? Doctors say it's time to retire that myth.

Womens Health3 min read

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