It is tragic but true. Malaria, especially during pregnancy, can be extremely dangerous for both the mother and the unborn child. But finding drugs that are safe for pregnant women, especially during the first three months, has always been a challenge. Researchers have long been trying to
Vibrations are all around us, from the rumble of a train to the pulsating beats of music. But what about vibrations in exercise? Imagine a special platform that shakes at different speeds and the idea is that it makes your muscles stronger. Well, that's the idea behind whole-body vibration (WBV).
Across the United States, the future of brain surgery depends on policy making. Among many, there is a female pioneer who got the attention of everyone in the field. In 2022, a leader rose to the head of American Association of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Ann R. Stroink is an embodiment of lead
Since the establishment of basketball, traveling over the world to watch talented athletes compete in the WNBA was the norm. Unrivaled League brought a unique twist: a full court 3-on-3 format featuring top WNBA stars like Angel Reese and Arike Ogunbowale. However, the venue for these games is actua
First off, there's some serious controversy brewing in the world of mixed martial arts. UFC president Dana White made a stand when he publicly criticized fighter Bryce Mitchell. Why? Because Mitchell came out with some jaw-dropping remarks about Adolf Hitler, praising him of all things! Not to menti
Chinese women with cancer face a double battle: fighting the disease and dealing with depression. This issue is becoming more noticeable in society. It is a serious problem that needs to be addressed. Previous studies have focused on teenage girls, women going through menopause, and new mothers.
Denver is getting a new professional women's soccer team. At a recent event, the National Women's Soccer League announced that Denver would get their 16th franchise team. This team will begin playing in 2026. A key part of the deal is that Denver had to pay a record $110 million. This is pretty amaz
The Internet has opened up a world of connection for people who have often been left out of conversations. One group that has really benefited from this with their own spaces online is women. These spaces can be as varied as night and day. Researchers dug deep into over 6 million Reddit comments and
Have you ever pondered who's really behind the big discoveries in infectious diseases? Surprise! Many of these breakthroughs are driven by women. A recent special issue of ACS Infectious Diseases highlights the work of female scientists who are like chefs, cooking up chemical recipes to fight diseas
Let's talk about women's health for a bit. Women face a lot of unique challenges throughout their lives, thanks to biological, societal, and healthcare factors. These issues have led to some big gaps in health between men and women. For instance, diseases that mainly affect women often get less atte
