Lipedema is a long-term condition that causes fat to build up unevenly in the limbs. It mainly affects women. This is different from obesity, which is often linked to various health issues. Interestingly, women with lipedema might have a lower risk of metabolic problems, even if they are overweight
Women's health is often a puzzle. Many women struggle with physical issues that doctors can't easily explain. These are known as somatic complaints. They can range from chronic pain to digestive problems. For women who have experienced intimate partner violence, these issues can be even more common
The relationship between hormones and health is complex. For middle-aged African women, the roles of sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and testosterone are particularly intriguing. These hormones do not act in isolation. Instead, they interact with other factors, such as HIV status and menopaus
Women's health faces a significant challenge. Around the world, 164 million women express a desire for family planning but lack access to it. This gap in family planning services has serious effects on both women and their children. One major factor contributing to this issue is intimate partner vio
The COVID-19 outbreak had a huge impact on women worldwide. It created a hidden crisis of violence against women. This crisis was especially bad for migrant and refugee women in Western Australia. They faced unique challenges during the pandemic. A study looked into how the pandemic affected these
A recent study dug into the lives of Brazilian women who have sex with women. It uncovered a significant issue: a quarter of these women face problems due to alcohol. This might seem like a small number, but it's a big deal. These women are part of a group that often gets overlooked in research. So,
A recent study looked into how a short but intense workout plan can make a big difference in the lives of older women. The focus was on functional training, which aims to improve daily activities like walking, bending, and getting up from a chair. This is not about becoming a bodybuilder, but abou
Sleep is a big deal for everyone. It is even more important for women who have had pregnancy issues in the past. Sleep patterns before getting pregnant can have a big impact on the outcome of a pregnancy. This is especially true for women who have experienced pregnancy loss before. So, what do w
For a long time, the spotlight on women's health has been on reproductive issues. Topics like childbirth, family planning, and pregnancy care have dominated the conversation. However, this focus leaves out many other health concerns that women face throughout their lives. It's time to broaden our vi
Cancer death rates in the US have been steadily dropping from 2001 to 2022. This is a big win, showing that efforts to fight cancer are paying off. However, the news isn't all good. The number of women getting diagnosed with cancer has been slowly increasing each year since 2003. This trend is a bit
