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UNC-led scientists receive $5.1 million grant to combat cervical cancer in Malawi

Backed by a $5.1 million grant, University of North Carolina and University of Malawi College of Medicine physicians and scientists will launch a multi-pronged effort to combat cervical cancer in Malawi, a country in sub-Saharan Africa where cervical cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among women.

7 Feb 2019

Exploring racial disparities in social support needs among breast cancer patients

In a Psycho-Oncology study of 28 women who were being treated for breast cancer and were participating in focus groups, White participants noted that having other breast cancer survivors in their support network was essential for meeting their social support needs.

6 Feb 2019

Study examines links between workplace sexism and women's mental health, job satisfaction

A new Journal of Applied Social Psychology study investigates the associations between workplace sexism, sense of belonging at work, mental health, and job satisfaction for women in male-dominated industries.

6 Feb 2019

Drug cocktail may help combat breast cancer

MYC, a gene with high cancer-initiating potential, is overexpressed in over 40% of breast cancers. While MYC programs breast cancer cells to build more macromolecules (anabolic metabolism) it also creates a metabolic vulnerability by making them more sensitive to a type of cell death known as apoptosis.

6 Feb 2019

Prenatal maternal depression has important consequences for infant temperament, study shows

A new Infant Mental Health Journal study demonstrates that prenatal maternal depression has important consequences for infant temperament. Furthermore, the negative impact of prenatal maternal depression appeared to be magnified when pregnant women lived through Superstorm Sandy.

6 Feb 2019

Different characteristics associated with depression before and after giving birth

Depression during pregnancy and following childbirth (perinatal depression) is a common and potentially severe condition. In a Journal of Neuroscience Research study, researchers examined subgroups of women followed from pregnancy to six months postpartum, for example comparing those with depression only after childbirth with those experiencing depression during pregnancy.

6 Feb 2019

Non-cancerous ovarian cysts need not be removed surgically, suggests study

Women may not need to undergo surgery for non-cancerous ovarian cysts, avoiding potential surgical complications.

5 Feb 2019

Better diet could alleviate symptoms of depression finds study

It has been speculated earlier that a healthy diet can raise the mood and reduce symptoms of mild depression. A new study proves the cause and effect of healthy diet and improved symptoms of depression.

5 Feb 2019

Advantages of universal GBS screening for pregnant women unclear

Serological group B streptococci are common bacteria, which usually remain unnoticed. This is also the case for the almost 20% of pregnant women with vaginal or anal colonization of GBS.

5 Feb 2019

Study explains why women are more prone to Alzheimer’s disease

A study of 300 elderly individuals who underwent PET scans has revealed that women are more likely to develop the tau and beta-amyloid aggregates in the brain.

5 Feb 2019

Study: Maternal age, body mass index, race affect hormone concentrations in pregnancy

Hormone concentrations during early fetal development -- that may affect the child's development and increase the mother's risk for breast and ovarian cancer years later -- are significantly affected by maternal age, body mass index and race rather than lifestyle, according to a Rutgers study.

5 Feb 2019

Resuming sexual activity after childbirth can be difficult for many mothers

Resuming sexual activity after pregnancy isn't always like riding a bike, especially for mothers experiencing postpartum pain, fatigue and stress.

5 Feb 2019

New path toward improving effectiveness of chemotherapy in breast, ovarian cancer

People who inherit a faulty copy of the so-called "breast cancer genes" BRCA1 and BRCA2 are at high risk of cancer. About 10 percent of breast cancer cases and 15 percent of ovarian cancers can be traced back to a flaw in one of these genes.

5 Feb 2019

Insertions of long-acting reversible contraceptives have increased after 2016 election

Insertions of long-acting reversible contraceptive methods increased in the 30 business days after the 2016 presidential election based on an analysis of data for a large group of commercially insured women.

5 Feb 2019

Gut microbes could be linked to depression

The human gut contains trillions of bacteria that form the gut microbiome or microbiota. A new research has linked the composition of this gut microbiome and depressive disorder.

4 Feb 2019

Women's brains age slower than men's

A new study has revealed that women have a more youthful brain compared to similar aged male counterparts when it comes to metabolism. The researchers found that with age the rates of metabolism of nutrients slow down in both men and women.

4 Feb 2019

New recommendations on breast cancer screening and diagnosis released

With the release today of 17 new recommendations, the JRC now makes available in total 40 recommendations on breast cancer screening and diagnosis, as part of the European Commission Initiative on Breast Cancer.

4 Feb 2019

Obesity-related cancers are rising rapidly among adolescents in the US

A new study has found that the incidence of obesity-related cancers in the US is rising faster among millennials than it is among older age groups.

4 Feb 2019

I Am and I Will: The Steps We Can All Take This World Cancer Day

News-Medical speaks to Cary Adams about the reasons why cancer is still such a huge global issue, and the meaning behind the slogan: I Am And I Will.

4 Feb 2019

Special Feature: World Cancer Day

This World Cancer Day, we provide information and advice for those who want to reduce their risk of cancer, are caring for someone with cancer or simply want to learn more.

4 Feb 2019

Women's Health News

UNC-led scientists receive $5.1 million grant to combat cervical cancer in Malawi

Exploring racial disparities in social support needs among breast cancer patients

Study examines links between workplace sexism and women's mental health, job satisfaction

Drug cocktail may help combat breast cancer

Prenatal maternal depression has important consequences for infant temperament, study shows

Different characteristics associated with depression before and after giving birth

Non-cancerous ovarian cysts need not be removed surgically, suggests study

Better diet could alleviate symptoms of depression finds study

Advantages of universal GBS screening for pregnant women unclear

Study explains why women are more prone to Alzheimer’s disease

Study: Maternal age, body mass index, race affect hormone concentrations in pregnancy

Resuming sexual activity after childbirth can be difficult for many mothers

New path toward improving effectiveness of chemotherapy in breast, ovarian cancer

Insertions of long-acting reversible contraceptives have increased after 2016 election

Gut microbes could be linked to depression

Women's brains age slower than men's

New recommendations on breast cancer screening and diagnosis released

Obesity-related cancers are rising rapidly among adolescents in the US

I Am and I Will: The Steps We Can All Take This World Cancer Day

Special Feature: World Cancer Day

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