Women’s Health

Here are suggestions for friends and family of cancer victims: what to talk about and things to do. These recommendations come from cancer survivors.

Oct 30, 2011 - Mistie Shaw

Embroideries is an ongoing creative campaign against FGM. Send in your 8x8" vulva patches to make a giant quilt for display at Coco de Mer erotic boutique.

Aug 25, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

New research shows that wearing silk briefs can reduce the symptoms of thrush and lichen sclerosus. And now you can try a pair on prescription on the NHS.

Jul 29, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

Help is available for domestic violence victims 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. Learn where to find medical, legal and financial assistance.

Jul 9, 2011 - Danielle McGinnis

Every year, the Save the Children charity reports on the health of mothers and children worldwide. Check it out and get involved for change.

May 4, 2011 - James Gibson

A study from Sweden has found that drinking coffee actually has health benefits for women - a reduced risk of stroke. Drinking none increases stroke risk.

Mar 11, 2011 - Marcus Hondro

Choosing plastic surgery to add silicone or saline implants to the breast area is a decision that needs to be made with valid information from research.

Feb 16, 2011 - Melanie Shearer

The survival rate for women with breast cancer generally varies according to the stage of the cancer. Early detection and treatment is very important.

Feb 8, 2011 - Noreen Kassem

When you stop smoking your body may suffer some withdrawal symptoms. Side effects can include anxiety attacks, weight gain, lethargy and headaches.

Feb 8, 2011 - Fiona Wilkinson

Many are familiar with the notion that a pregnancy test can give a false negative result, but what would cause it to be falsely positive?

Jan 29, 2011 - Melanie Shearer

Vital Signs offers 12 essential tests to help you optimise your health and avoid the need for medication in later life. Here's how it works.

Jan 28, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

Women searching for women's health and abortion clinics in NYC have many choices. Learn where to find clinics in New York City here.

Jan 28, 2011 - Melanie Zoltan

New research shows mental health problems are affecting over 60% of girls and women living in England and Wales.

Jan 11, 2011 - Kate Le Page

The UK government has launched a voucher scheme to help people improve their health & fitness. Here's how it works, and how to claim your free £50 voucher.

Jan 3, 2011 - Nicci Talbot

Looking for a brand new body after all that Christmas excess? Then ditch the diet. Here are my top 5 alternative health tips to help you detoxify naturally.

Dec 23, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Slimsticks are a weight loss aid that can reduce calorie intake by 30% and control your appetite mechanism for up to eight hours. We put them to the test.

Nov 13, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

'Kaytec-yenza' is an African word that describes the delicious sensation a man feels when a woman wears a female condom. Nicci Talbot puts it to the test.

Oct 11, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Oral contraceptives containing estrogen can lead to an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, pulmonary embolism, and deep vein thrombosis.

Oct 9, 2010 - Chasity Goddard

A study from researchers at the University of California at Berkley suggests women who go to the dentist have a reduced chance of cardiovascular illness.

Oct 3, 2010 - Marcus Hondro

A Swedish company has developed a new test that can predict whether a woman will need to have a caesarean during labour. Here's how it works.

Sep 13, 2010 - Nicci Talbot

Simple ways to reduce incontinence problems, include avoiding bladder irritants such as strawberries, pelvic floor exercises and limiting caffeine intake.

Aug 11, 2010 - Kate Le Page

Thrush or candidiasis is a common vaginal yeast infection which may be prevented by avoiding tight underwear and treated with over the counter medication.

Jul 14, 2010 - Kate Le Page

Cystitis symptoms include pain and more frequent urination than normal, while cystitis treatments may include both cranberry juice and antibiotics.

Jul 10, 2010 - Kate Le Page

Many dangers are in common cosmetics and personal care products. Ingredients like parabens, coal tar and 1, 4 dioxane cause cancer and other health issues.

Jun 28, 2010 - Tamara Laschinsky

Women who eat healthy food, maintain normal weight, drink only moderate alcohol, are physically active, and do not smoke have a reduced risk of heart attack

May 21, 2010 - Sanjiva Wijesinha

Hormonal imbalances affect many areas of a woman's life including her moods, bodily functions and sex life. Treatment is available in several forms.

May 17, 2010 - Debbie Roome

Hopi ear candling is an ancient holistic therapy, which can help alleviate ear, nose and throat conditions. Here's what happens in a treatment session.

May 11, 2010 - Nicci Talbot