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A new study by researchers at Shinshu University holds promise for overcoming significant challenges in reproductive science, marking a major advancement in fertility research. Mature egg cells, or oocytes, are essential for fertilization in assisted reproductive technologies. However, some ‘denuded’ oocytes, or those lacking the protective granulosa cell layer, fail to mature. Now, researchers at [...]

A recent study has revealed new insight on mitochondrial dynamics and its likely role in the metastatic progression of breast cancer – the most commonly-diagnosed cancer in women across the globe. Shapeshifting mitochondria continually fuse and divide, but precisely how those dynamics influence metastatic progression has been unknown. The research, published in Science Advances, suggests that [...]

The British Menopause Society (BMS) has published its response to updated menopause guidance issued by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), following a review and formal consultation process of guidance first published in 2015. The organisation acknowledged several of the recommendations contained within the new guidance but has also identified some limitations [...]

With Donald Trump set for a second stint in the White House, it remains to be seen what this means for future policies related to women's health, research and reproductive rights. At the time of writing, the official election result hasn't been called, but Donald Trump, has already declared his victory, having won more than [...]

One in four Gen Z women were not taught how to use menstrual products before experiencing their first period, according to new research.  The survey of 1,000 adults who have periods, commissioned by Initial Washroom Hygiene, found that nearly a quarter (23 per cent) of those aged 25 and under were left to their own [...]

Flo Health, the worldʼs leading period and ovulation tracking app, has achieved a significant milestone by reaching a US$1bn valuation following a recent series C funding round. With a global base of over 80 million monthly active users and 1.5 million in India alone, Flo Health also made its official launch in India in Diwali. The [...]

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and obesity are at a higher risk of giving birth to smaller babies in terms of birth weight, length, and head circumference, according to a recent study conducted at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). One in eight women is affected by the hormone disorder PCOS. Common [...]

People with a history of concussion face a 25 per cent higher risk of having severe mental health issues after childbirth.  The research underscores the importance of identifying individuals with past concussions early in their prenatal care and highlights the need for long-term, trauma-informed support to safeguard their mental health. “We found that individuals with [...]

A common yet underdiagnosed sleep disorder contributes to the development of dementia among adults — particularly women. Investigators uncovered this by examining survey and cognitive screening data from more than 18,500 adults to determine the potential effect of known or suspected obstructive sleep apnoea on the risk for dementia. Obstructive sleep apnoea is a chronic [...]

While many people believe that poor sleep during pregnancy is inevitable, new research has determined that cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTi) while pregnant can not only improve sleep patterns but also address postpartum depression. Researchers from UBC’s Okanagan and Vancouver campuses, as well as the University of Calgary, discovered that delivering CBTi during pregnancy [...]