Women athletes often face a tough choice: wear uncomfortable uniforms or risk looking "unflattering. " Tess Howard, a British Olympian, knows this struggle well. In 2021, her new field hockey uniform was so tight and restrictive that it made her feel embarrassed and limited her movement. She wasn't
Women's sports teams are making serious cash these days. Just a few years ago, these teams were often given away for free with the purchase of men's teams. Now, there are 25 women's sports teams worth over $100 million each, adding up to a whopping $5. 6 billion. The WNBA is leading the pack, with
Women and girls around the world face many unfair challenges. These challenges make it hard for them to get the same chances as men. One big problem is the gender health gap. This means women often get worse health outcomes than men. Why does this happen? Mainly because not enough research is done o
Women's health is a complex puzzle, and a recent study has uncovered a surprising piece. Uterine fibroids, those non-cancerous growths in the uterus, might be more than just a gynecological issue. They could also be a red flag for heart disease. Researchers dove into data from over 450, 000 women w
Women in academia, especially in STEM, have long faced an uphill battle. The numbers tell a clear story: fewer women are appointed, retained, and promoted compared to their male counterparts. This underrepresentation is not just a gender issue; it's a problem for the entire educational system and wo
Women with lupus face a tough battle at work. They often have to hide their pain and act like everything is fine. This is because workplaces value people who seem stable and productive. But for someone with lupus, this can be really hard. Lupus is a condition that causes pain and other symptoms tha
Women who have trouble controlling their bladder might need surgery. Two methods are often used. One is a classic approach using body tissue. The other is a newer method using special tape. Both aim to stop leakage when coughing or exercising. Researchers wanted to see how these methods compare. Th
Women often struggle to get the healthcare they need. They juggle many roles, like caring for kids or elderly parents, and this makes it hard to find time for their own health. For instance, a working mom might find it tough to take time off for a simple check-up. This is a big problem because women
Women tend to live longer than men, but they often face more health challenges in their later years. To understand why, researchers studied 96 women aged 18 to 80. They looked at body composition, muscle strength, and hormone levels. As women age, their muscle mass and strength decrease. This happe
Women's college basketball is already serving up some surprising results this season. The top five teams are still holding strong, with UConn leading the pack. But things are getting interesting outside of that elite group. Michigan has been on fire, crushing Notre Dame by 39 points and then domina
