HIV/AIDS is a big health problem worldwide, and it hits young women especially hard. To fight this, more people need to get tested for HIV. One way to do this is by using HIV self-testing kits. These kits let people test themselves at home. But how many young women in Ghana know about these kits and use them? A recent study looked at this question. It focused on you...

In Sweden, a shocking number of young women, about one in four, have faced sexual violence from their peers. This isn't just a statistic; it's a harsh reality that leaves deep scars on their health and happiness. A recent study dug into these experiences, aiming to understand how these young women cope and heal. The study focused on the personal stories of these wom...

In Nigeria, young women in colleges and universities face a significant challenge when seeking help after experiencing sexual violence. This issue is particularly concerning because these services are vital for recovery. Unfortunately, these services are not widely available, and even when they are, many young women do not use them. It is important to understand why...

Young women in Eswatini face a unique set of challenges. Those with disabilities are at a higher risk of violence and HIV infection. This is a significant problem that needs attention. In 2022, about 14% of adolescent girls and young women aged 13-24 years in Eswatini reported having a functional disability. This means they have trouble with basic activities like see...

In Central Uganda, a recent study dug into why young women with HIV aren't getting the HPV vaccine. The focus was on 100 girls and young women aged 10 to 24. These young women were part of a trial in four healthcare facilities that provide antiretroviral therapy. The study happened between January and March 2024. The study looked at many things. It looked at things...

In Kenya, nearly half of the population is under 25. This age group is particularly vulnerable to unintended pregnancies. Young women in this group often struggle with consistent contraceptive use and sometimes engage in risky sexual behaviors. Why does this matter? Because it can lead to unwanted pregnancies and possibly unsafe abortion. However, the link betwe...

Cancer used to be a disease that mostly affected older adults. But things are changing. More young women are getting cancer now than before. For example, the Roark sisters from New Jersey. Kiki was only 37 when she found out she had breast cancer. Her sister Charmella got the same diagnosis six years later, at 44. Doctors didn't take Kiki seriously because she was yo...

Imagine this: a young, healthy woman who takes care of herself gets a shocking diagnosis. Siobhan Donovan, 33, had just finished a smooth pregnancy with her third child. She was active, ate well, and didn’t smoke. Then she found some swelling in her breast. It turned out to be metastatic breast cancer that had spread to her bones. She was clueless about what "metasta...

Tobacco use among kids and young women is a serious issue worldwide. Let's dive into what's happening in India. Researchers looked at data from the National Family Health Survey-5 to explore how common tobacco use is among Indian adolescent girls and young women. They also wanted to figure out what factors might influence this. First, let's talk about what they foun...

Recently, big tech companies like Google, Meta, and TikTok have taken down social media accounts linked to a Russian drone factory in Tatarstan. These accounts were used to recruit young foreign women, mainly from Africa, to work in the factory. The recruitment posts promised a free trip to Russia and a salary of over $500 a month. However, once the women arrived, th...