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Novel insights into how exercise functions as an antidepressant

Researchers from University College London propose a novel framework linking reduced inflammation and boosted dopamine transmission through exercise to alleviate depressive symptoms.

18 Jul 2024

Drinking coffee daily linked to decreased PCOS risk

A recent study reveals that daily coffee consumption significantly reduces the risk of developing PCOS symptoms. Women who drank two cups of coffee daily were at a 70% lower risk of PCOS.

17 Jul 2024

Study finds genetic counseling gaps among breast cancer survivors

As cancer treatment and survivorship care relies more on understanding the genetic make-up of an individual's tumor, a new study from the University of Michigan Health Rogel Cancer Center finds that many breast cancer survivors who meet criteria for genetic counseling and testing are not receiving it.

17 Jul 2024

Workplace bullying drives emotional exhaustion and job dissatisfaction among female workers

Workplace bullying against women in Pakistan is driving emotional exhaustion and job dissatisfaction among female workers, new research reveals.

17 Jul 2024

Hydrogel implant for fallopian tubes provides dual solution for contraception and endometriosis

Hydrogels have a variety of use cases, including contact lenses, delivering doses of medication within the body, moisturisers, water storage in soil, cleaning polluted water and as gelling and thickening agents.

17 Jul 2024

How your diet shapes your gut microbiome and impacts your health

Review published in Nature Reviews Microbiology highlights how different diets impact gut microbiome health, emphasizing the need for precision nutrition to optimize health outcomes.

16 Jul 2024

Predicting Alzheimer's decline: New model offers personalized insights for patients

Researchers developed a model to predict cognitive decline in Alzheimer's patients using clinical and biomarker data, improving personalized treatment plans.

16 Jul 2024

New study aims to examine how sleep patterns affect neurocognition in older women

Alzheimer's disease, the most common type of dementia, currently affects twice as many women as men, with minority populations predicted to witness the most significant increase in cases in the coming years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

16 Jul 2024

Hormone modulating therapy may lower dementia risk in breast cancer survivors

Hormone modulating therapy (HMT) used for the treatment of breast cancer was associated with a 7% lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and related dementias later in life, according to a new study published today in JAMA Network Open.

16 Jul 2024

Early detection of specific microRNAs may help predict preeclampsia in pregnant women

Preeclampsia (PE) is a significant contributor to the increase in maternal morbidity and mortality worldwide, with particularly alarming numbers in the United States, where it affects about 2–8% of pregnancies, resulting in premature birth with associated morbidities for their infants as well.

16 Jul 2024

Omega-3 fatty acids found to significantly reduce acne in new study

Recent research highlights that omega-3 fatty acids significantly reduce acne severity. Supplementation and a Mediterranean diet improved skin condition in most study participants.

16 Jul 2024

Study shows oral semaglutide matches DPP-4i in adherence and persistence for type 2 diabetes

Researchers found that adherence and persistence in T2D patients using oral semaglutide is similar to DPP-4i, but semaglutide users required fewer concurrent medications, indicating higher long-term efficacy.

16 Jul 2024

Low-GI Mediterranean diet boosts quality of life but not sleep in diabetes-prone adults

Researchers found that a low-glycemic index Mediterranean diet improves some aspects of health-related quality of life but not sleep in adults at risk for type 2 diabetes.

15 Jul 2024

Research reveals optimal magnesium levels could lower dementia risk

Researchers found moderate evidence of a U-shaped link between serum magnesium levels and dementia, but more studies are needed to clarify magnesium's role in cognitive health.

15 Jul 2024

Genetic marker predicts gabapentin response in chronic pelvic pain

Women who carry a particular form of a pain gene are more likely to respond well to a common medication used to treat long-term discomfort, research shows.

15 Jul 2024

Survey: Most Americans believe it's normal for women to experience pain and incontinence post-childbirth

A new national survey by the Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute finds most Americans believe it's normal for women to experience pain, pressure and incontinence after having children.

15 Jul 2024

Alcohol use significantly associated with mental illness symptoms in college women

The association between lifestyle factors and mental illness (MI) in college-going women.

15 Jul 2024

Transcendental Meditation empowers female youth in Uganda with improved self-esteem and resilience

Transcendental Meditation significantly boosts self-esteem, self-efficacy, and gratitude among female adolescents in the slums of Kampala, Uganda, empowering them to overcome socioeconomic challenges.

15 Jul 2024

Hidden threats in plant-based diets: Rising allergies to lesser-known legumes

Researchers have identified emerging legume allergens like peas, lentils, and lupines, calling for more extensive studies and better diagnostics to manage increasing allergic reactions. The popularity of plant-based diets has brought new allergenic challenges to light.

15 Jul 2024

40% of US cancer cases linked to lifestyle choices

Nearly 40% of cancer cases and 44% of cancer deaths in 2019 were due to modifiable risk factors, with cigarette smoking as the leading cause. This study highlights the potential to significantly reduce cancer burden through lifestyle changes.

14 Jul 2024

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Women's Health News

Novel insights into how exercise functions as an antidepressant

Drinking coffee daily linked to decreased PCOS risk

Study finds genetic counseling gaps among breast cancer survivors

Workplace bullying drives emotional exhaustion and job dissatisfaction among female workers

Hydrogel implant for fallopian tubes provides dual solution for contraception and endometriosis

How your diet shapes your gut microbiome and impacts your health

Predicting Alzheimer's decline: New model offers personalized insights for patients

New study aims to examine how sleep patterns affect neurocognition in older women

Hormone modulating therapy may lower dementia risk in breast cancer survivors

Early detection of specific microRNAs may help predict preeclampsia in pregnant women

Omega-3 fatty acids found to significantly reduce acne in new study

Study shows oral semaglutide matches DPP-4i in adherence and persistence for type 2 diabetes

Low-GI Mediterranean diet boosts quality of life but not sleep in diabetes-prone adults

Research reveals optimal magnesium levels could lower dementia risk

Genetic marker predicts gabapentin response in chronic pelvic pain

Survey: Most Americans believe it's normal for women to experience pain and incontinence post-childbirth

Alcohol use significantly associated with mental illness symptoms in college women

Transcendental Meditation empowers female youth in Uganda with improved self-esteem and resilience

Hidden threats in plant-based diets: Rising allergies to lesser-known legumes

40% of US cancer cases linked to lifestyle choices

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

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