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Oestrogens are known to drive tumour growth in breast cancer cells that carry its receptors, but a new study by Duke Cancer Institute researchers unexpectedly finds that oestrogens play a role in fuelling the growth of breast cancers without the receptors, as well as numerous other cancers. The researchers describe how oestrogens not only decrease [...]

 For women with breast cancer undergoing mastectomy, an online decision aid can help in making informed decisions regarding immediate breast reconstruction (IBR). Breast reconstruction for women undergoing mastectomy can improve psychosocial outcomes such as body image and sexual functioning. Among the complex decisions facing these patients is whether to undergo breast reconstruction immediately after mastectomy [...]

By Verena Keller, IBCLC lactation consultant , Solms, Germany

Pregnant women who do not get enough sleep may be at higher risk of having children with neurodevelopmental delays, according to a new study. Short sleep duration (SSD) is defined as sleeping less than seven hours per night. Pregnant woman may have trouble sleeping due to hormonal changes, pregnancy discomfort, frequent urination, and other factors. [...]

A new study has shown that low-dose aspirin or heparin may be an effective treatment for preventing pregnancy loss or complications. Amongst women who experience recurrent pregnancy loss, around 20 per cent test positive for a specific antibody that targets the mother’s own body. A Kobe University-led research team has now found a treatment that [...]

A new study and accompanying editorial has argued for routine iron screening for all pregnant women after research results revealed that more than 80 per cent of women are iron deficient by the third trimester of pregnancy. When a woman becomes pregnant, her iron requirements increase almost tenfold to support foetal development as well as [...]

For the first time, new research shows one in three millennials experiencing menopause say symptoms have impacted their ability to perform at work. Maven Clinic, the world's largest virtual clinic for women's and family health, has released research examining the workplace needs of millennials entering menopause. Drawing on the responses of 1,050 millennials and Gen-Xers [...]

New research shows a link between prediabetes among young people and adverse pregnancy outcomes later in life - findings that could alter how doctors routinely screen or counsel youth on blood glucose levels, and subsequently, minimize potential maternal and neonatal risks. Prediabetes is a serious health condition that occurs when blood sugar levels are higher [...]

An innovative pelvic floor device has been developed by University of Porto, Portugal, researchers that could provide relief for millions of women suffering from pelvic floor disorders. Pelvic floor muscles are vital for supporting pelvic structures such as the bladder, bladder neck and urethra, and in the mechanism of the urethral sphincter, explains the Porto [...]

People who are gestational carriers - or “surrogates” - may have a higher risk of severe complications during pregnancy and early postpartum, hypertension in pregnancy, and postpartum haemorrhage, compared to people who conceive without assistance or with IVF. Gestational carriers carry and give birth to children for couples or individuals who are otherwise unable to [...]