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Asian American women face higher rates of liver cancer and heart disease, yet receive almost no research funding and are left out of most health studies. Now, a public health expert is leading the charge to rewrite the rules.
New research finally puts to rest the harmful myth that parenthood makes you dumb. A two-year study of 400 people reveals what's really happening in new parents' brains, and it's actually incredible.
Scientists discovered why women face twice the risk of Alzheimer's disease as men, and the breakthrough points to a promising new treatment approach. The hidden space between brain cells becomes vulnerable when estrogen drops during menopause.
Three breakthrough breast cancer medications can now be used in earlier disease stages, giving patients better survival rates with fewer side effects. The drugs previously reserved for late-stage cases are now available for stage two and three patients.
A new program in Nigeria is teaching girls to make their own reusable sanitary pads, tackling both period poverty and stigma. The initiative could help half a billion women worldwide who lack access to menstrual products.
A common lupus medication may protect patients with a skin form of the disease from heart complications and diabetes. Johns Hopkins researchers found the drug reduced cardiovascular risks significantly over five years.
Women with triple negative breast cancer now have a powerful new treatment option that nearly doubles the time before their disease progresses. The FDA just approved Datroway, giving hope to patients who previously had limited choices beyond traditional chemotherapy.
A hospital in northern Nigeria has successfully treated over 2,000 women suffering from obstetric fistula, a devastating childbirth injury that causes social isolation. The center now performs 150 life-changing repairs annually with a 70% success rate.
Breakthrough vaccines and treatments are dramatically reducing HPV-related cancers that affect millions worldwide. Scientists now have powerful new tools to prevent and treat cervical, throat, and other cancers caused by the virus.
After her own mastectomy, Stace Donaldson turned her scars into art and now gives free tattoos to other breast cancer survivors. Her "Tats for Tits" program transforms mastectomy scars into beautiful artwork, helping women reclaim their confidence.
Georgie Aspros survived three cancers thanks to routine mammograms that caught tumors before symptoms appeared. Her message to women: "They're just boobs" and early detection saves lives.
A groundbreaking surf therapy program in Queensland is helping female veterans overcome PTSD and trauma by combining ocean waves with mental health support. The retreat, believed to be the first of its kind in Australia for female veterans, has already been called "life-changing" by participants.
A groundbreaking treatment for advanced cervical cancer just got approved in England, offering new hope to young patients who've run out of options. The targeted therapy extends survival while causing fewer severe side effects than traditional chemotherapy.
After a breakup sparked her fitness journey, this woman went from inconsistent gym visits to deadlifting 285 pounds and creating a complete strength training program. Now she's helping other women discover their own physical and mental strength through accessible dumbbell workouts.
Women's superior verbal memory helps their brains compensate for Alzheimer's damage longer than men's, but this advantage means they get diagnosed and treated years too late. New research shows women pass standard memory tests for nearly three years longer despite having the same brain pathology as men.
Twenty-one Ugandan women received life-changing surgeries during a three-day free medical camp, ending years of silent suffering from painful birth-related conditions. The initiative targeted women who couldn't afford treatment for obstetric fistula and severe perineal tears.
Vanessa Trump announced her breast cancer diagnosis on Instagram Wednesday, sharing her treatment journey with grace and optimism. Surrounded by family support, she's focusing on recovery while inspiring others with her courage.
A groundbreaking study of 17,000 adults reveals that common health problems like high blood pressure and depression harm women's brain health more severely than men's. This discovery could transform how doctors prevent dementia in millions of women.
After years of "unbearable" acne and dismissed doctor visits, Keke Palmer finally got her PCOS diagnosis. Now the condition has a new name that could help millions of women get diagnosed faster.
A groundbreaking stem cell procedure brought a patient's dormant ovary back to life, helping her get pregnant after years of failed fertility treatments. The innovative surgery offers new hope for endometriosis patients struggling with infertility.
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