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Watch: She’s at high risk of breast cancer. She moved, and her screening costs soared.

Kelli Reardon undergoes an MRI twice a year to screen for breast cancer, a measure she said she must take to protect her health. Her mother died of the disease at age 48, putting Reardon at higher risk, and Reardon has dense breast tissue, which makes it harder to detect a growth through a mammogram.

10 Jul 2025

Transabdominal cerclage reduces risk of preterm birth for women with history of cervical insufficiency

A new study by investigators from Mass General Brigham adds evidence that the most effective way to prevent preterm birth among patients with a history of cervical insufficiency is to place a cervical stitch higher in the abdomen rather than vaginally.

9 Jul 2025

Improving sleep and lifestyle could reduce heart disease risk in menopausal women

During the menopause transition, only 1 in 5 women have optimal scores using the American Heart Association's health-assessment tool, known as Life's Essential 8 (LE8).

9 Jul 2025

Study finds no metabolic danger from ultra-processed foods

Research shows ultra-processed foods contribute to poor diet quality without a significant association to metabolic syndrome among European children and adults.

9 Jul 2025

Redefining Alzheimer’s development by mapping disease sequences

UCLA's study identifies distinct Alzheimer's disease trajectories, emphasizing the role of shared risk factors in early detection and targeted interventions.

9 Jul 2025

Blood flow restriction can match gym gains without joint strain

A clinical trial compares high-intensity resistance training and blood flow restriction methods, revealing effective alternatives for muscle strength gains.

9 Jul 2025

More fiber, fewer health risks: evidence for this easy diet fix

This study reveals that adequate dietary fiber intake is crucial for lowering obesity risk and mortality, supporting its role in effective weight management.

9 Jul 2025

Can dietary copper help protect against dementia and memory loss?

Higher dietary copper intake was linked to better cognitive performance in older US adults, with benefits plateauing above a certain threshold. The effect was especially notable in stroke survivors, but further research is needed to confirm causality.

8 Jul 2025

Vaping linked to higher COPD risk, meta-analysis finds

A comprehensive meta-analysis of over 4.3 million adults shows e-cigarette use is associated with significantly higher odds of developing COPD. The risk persists even after adjusting for smoking history, with former users at even greater risk than current users.

8 Jul 2025

Gamma knife radiosurgery shows high tumor control in brain metastases from ovarian cancer

Brain metastases from ovarian cancer (BMFOC) are rare but associated with poor prognosis. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Gamma Knife stereotactic radiosurgery (GKSRS) in managing patients with BMFOC.

8 Jul 2025

Salivary enzyme levels rise with gene variation in diabetics

This research highlights the association between AMY1 gene copy number and salivary enzyme activity, with implications for glucose homeostasis in diabetes.

8 Jul 2025

Aspartame triggers genetic changes tied to glioblastoma severity

Study shows aspartame affects gut microbiome and gene expression in glioblastoma, highlighting potential links to cancer progression and treatment strategies.

8 Jul 2025

New study finds UK mums-to-be miss out on key nutrients

A new British Nutrition Foundation review finds that most UK women of reproductive age fall short of key nutrients before and during pregnancy, with teens and low-income groups most affected. The paper urges targeted, consistent guidance and greater support for healthy weight, supplementation, and plant-based diets.

7 Jul 2025

PCOS patients often feel dismissed, misunderstood and underserved by the healthcare system

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Women's Health News

Watch: She’s at high risk of breast cancer. She moved, and her screening costs soared.

Transabdominal cerclage reduces risk of preterm birth for women with history of cervical insufficiency

Improving sleep and lifestyle could reduce heart disease risk in menopausal women

Study finds no metabolic danger from ultra-processed foods

Redefining Alzheimer’s development by mapping disease sequences

Blood flow restriction can match gym gains without joint strain

More fiber, fewer health risks: evidence for this easy diet fix

Can dietary copper help protect against dementia and memory loss?

Vaping linked to higher COPD risk, meta-analysis finds

Gamma knife radiosurgery shows high tumor control in brain metastases from ovarian cancer

Salivary enzyme levels rise with gene variation in diabetics

Aspartame triggers genetic changes tied to glioblastoma severity

New study finds UK mums-to-be miss out on key nutrients

PCOS patients often feel dismissed, misunderstood and underserved by the healthcare system

Assisted reproductive technology raises pregnancy risks in women with kidney transplants

New combination therapy inhibits tumor growth and blocks drug-induced resistance in ovarian cancer

Metabolic enzyme PHGDH found to play a surprising role in breast cancer immunity

Excess weight linked to breast cancer risk in postmenopausal women with cardiovascular disease

Flavonoid diversity, not just quantity, drives better health outcomes

Circadian misalignment in the blind may impact daily brain functions

Real-time Raman monitoring for pharmaceutical hot melt extrusion

Synthetic Psychedelics: A Growing Public Health Concern

How the Vutara VXL simplifies single-molecule imaging

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