Have you ever wondered how hypertension affects elderly men and women differently in rural areas? It's a complex issue, and researchers are trying to shed some light on it. They're looking at physical, mental, and cognitive health problems, and how they show up in men and women over 60 who have high
Neurosurgery has always been a tough field to crack, but it seems like women are facing an extra challenge. Despite strides in gender equality across medicine, neurosurgery is playing catch-up. Let's zoom in on pediatric neurosurgery, often seen as the most welcoming for women. How has the gender ga
You might not think about it much, but violence against women is a big problem in many countries. In places with average incomes, it's often ignored or downplayed. But the truth is, it happens all the time. One place where it commonly surfaces is in primary care clinics. Doctors and nurses there see
Imagine you're in a school or a workplace, and you have to use the bathroom. Now, think about how difficult that might be if you were transgender. This is the reality for many trans people, and it's a problem that Congress is debating right now. Congresswoman Nancy Mace from South Carolina has propo
You might be wondering what kind of side effects people experienced after getting the COVID-19 vaccine in Bangladesh. An online survey was conducted between July 11th and 16th, 2021, to find out. Out of 175 people who got the vaccine, about half got one dose and the other half got two doses. Most pe
Sarah McBride, the soon-to-be congresswoman and the first openly transgender person elected to the US House of Representatives, recently shared her thoughts on the House's decision to ban trans people from using bathrooms that match their gender identity on Capitol Hill. This rule was announced by H
Ever seen a baby in a business meeting? At one Washington, D. C. office, it's a common sight. This small act shows support for working parents. But a recent report on Fortune 100 companies reveals many big businesses are not as family-friendly. Many lack transparency about their parental benefits, m
Have you ever wondered why men and women often perform differently in winter endurance sports like cross-country skiing, biathlon, and long-track speed skating? While we've looked at summer sports, it's time to dive into the winter games. Let's explore the factors that influence performance in these
In the halls of the US Capitol, a fresh debate is heating up over the use of public bathrooms. Republican Representative Nancy Mace from South Carolina is leading the charge to block Democratic Representative-elect Sarah McBride, the first transgender woman elected to Congress, from using women’s re
Imagine you're a mom-to-be in Kenya's Baringo or Nakuru. Where you decide to give birth makes a big difference, but it's not just about location. Researchers sat down with local women, asking about their home or hospital birth stories. They found that the setting, gender equality, and even politics
