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
In Washington, House Speaker Mike Johnson has shown support for a Republican resolution aiming to block Democrat Sarah McBride, the first transgender person to be elected to Congress, from using women’s restrooms in the Capitol. Johnson stated, "We’re not going to have men in women’s bathrooms. " Th
Ever heard of Mildred Burke? Probably not, but her story is a wild ride. Back in the 1930s to 1950s, women's wrestling wasn't even legal in most places. But Burke didn't let that stop her. She started as a waitress in Kansas, dreaming of a bigger life. One day, a wrestling promoter named Billy Wolfe
Ever wondered how stress affects our food choices? Well, it turns out that when we feel overwhelmed, our diet might take a hit, especially for women. Let's dive into a study that explored this link in Chinese adults. The study started by looking at how stress impacts eating habits. Past research ha
Sex and gender can greatly influence how diseases show up, get diagnosed, and are treated. This is what sex- and gender-based medicine (SGBM) is all about. But how much do medical students and teachers know about these differences? That's what a recent survey wanted to find out. The study aimed to s
