6+ hour, 41+ min ago  (1707+ words) The menopause transition is associated with a higher risk of chronic health conditions and symptoms including hot flushes and problems affecting the urinary and genital systems. Hormone therapy is often used to manage these symptoms, but it remains unclear whether…...

7+ hour, 40+ min ago  (1607+ words) Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. Aerobic activities such as brisk walking, jogging, cycling and swimming are already established ways to help reduce the risk. Strength or resistance training, also known as RT, is less established as…...

9+ hour, 38+ min ago  (1605+ words) The amount of protein found in the urine during pregnancy may help identify those at greatest risk of developing long-term health problems. Pre-eclampsia usually involves high blood pressure and increased protein in the urine. Some women also experience severe headaches…...

2+ day, 6+ hour ago  (1630+ words) Gesynta Pharma said 50 per cent of the target of 190 patients have been randomised in the NOVA trial. The study is evaluating vipoglanstat, described by the company as a novel, non-hormonal, non-opioid drug candidate for the treatment of endometriosis. Endometriosis is…...

9+ mon, 1+ week ago  (1659+ words) After decades of women carrying contraceptive responsibility, advancements in the development of male contraceptives could see products approved for use within the next few years, with the potential to shift the burden of birth control. For all the freedoms that…...

4+ day, 9+ hour ago  (1664+ words) As the Fem Tech World Awards 2026 winners are revealed, it is a privilege to reflect on the Research Award 2026 sponsored by Onco Genom X Inc. , and on the exceptional standard set by this year's finalists. On behalf of Onco Genom…...

4+ day, 12+ hour ago  (1712+ words) The retrospective cohort study included 387 postmenopausal women who underwent DXA scans between 2021 and 2025. A DXA scan is an imaging test used to measure bone mineral density. Participants were classed as menopausal hormone therapy users, who made up 33 per cent of…...

1+ week, 20+ hour ago  (1633+ words) Researchers have proposed a daily activity and sleep guide that they say was linked to a nearly 30 per cent lower risk of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy. The suggested pattern includes fewer than eight hours of sedentary time, at least seven…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (1324+ words) The winners were announced at a virtual event this afternoon attended by shortlisted companies, along with sponsors and judges. The event welcomed guests from the UK, Europe, Asia, Africa and North America. Thank you to all 174 entries, as well as…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (1674+ words) The results suggest Foundayo may help women with obesity or overweight lose weight during premenopause, perimenopause and post-menopause. Women taking the highest dose also saw reductions in waist circumference, a measure linked to abdominal fat and cardiometabolic risk. Rachel Batterham,…...