Author Micah Sagini * For a long time, cervical cancer has been a global health concern for women globally. Cervical cancer ranks fourth among cancer-related causes of death in women worldwide, with more than 500,000 new cases and around 300,000 deaths each year. Unlike most cancers, cervical cancer is caused by a virus known as human papillomavirus (HPV), which infects the human reproductive system. This virus is responsible for over 95% of cervical cancer cases [1]. The d

It is essential that pregnant women in the United States receive comprehensive medical care throughout the perinatal period, which consist of three trimesters: 1) Prenatal (antepartum) - pregnancy, 2) Intrapartum -labor and birth, and 3) P ostpartum - the first 42 days after the birth. According to 2023 data from the National Center for Health Statistics [NCHS], Hoyert (2023) reported that non-Hispanic Black women in the United States experienced significan

Written by: Olivia Orr, BSN, RN If you live with migraine, it helps to understand how hormonal changes across the lifespan can influence symptoms and frequency. Migraine is linked to fluctuations in estrogen, particularly when estrogen drops. This relationship may explain why women are about three times more likely than men to experience migraine. Many women notice that migraine episodes become more frequent, less predictable, or simply different in their 40s and early 50s. P

Feeling constantly exhausted, lightheaded, or short of breath, even after a full night’s sleep, is something many women brush off as “just stress.” But for millions of women, the real cause may be iron deficiency. Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies worldwide, and women of reproductive age are at especially high risk. Yet it often goes undiagnosed because its symptoms can be subtle or mistaken for everyday fatigue. Here’s what you need to know a

Picture two mid-life women fanning themselves in a waiting room. One leaves her appointment armed with coping tips and a prescription for hormone replacement therapy; the other is met with a shrug and opts to just ride it out. Can you guess what was different about these two women? For something half the population experiences, menopause remains surprisingly misunderstood. And for women from marginalized racial and ethnic groups, it can be both misunderstood and undertreated.

Let's say you're a breastfeeding mother, and you notice a hard, tender lump on one of your breasts. Maybe it's red. Maybe you're having pain during letdown (the initial flow of milk every time your baby starts nursing). Unfortunately, it sounds like you have clogged milk duct . Breasts are made up of several milk ducts. Milk ducts are essentially small tubes in the breast that transport milk from the milk-producing glands to your nipple. When one of these ducts becomes blocke

Introduction Endometriosis occurs when cells like those of the endometrial lining implant and grow outside the uterus, most commonly on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and peritoneal surfaces. These ectopic implants respond to hormonal cycles, leading to inflammation and scar tissue formation. Since the disease depends on estrogen and involves inflammation, it’s most often diagnosed in women aged 25–35. Although endometriosis is diagnosed in 10-15% of women, with 30-50% of dia

Most people are taught that a menstrual cycle is supposed to look the same every month: a period comes every four weeks, lasts a few days, and causes some cramps. But in real life, menstrual cycles are often more unpredictable. Some months are heavier, some are lighter. Sometimes your period comes early, late, or not at all. While many cycle changes are completely normal, your period is also an important reflection of overall health. Menstrual patterns can shift due to stress

​A healthy pregnant Black woman smiling gently while cradling her baby bump in a sunlit, modern nursery. She is wearing a comfortable white maternity dress, representing maternal wellness and a positive pregnancy experience. Finding out you’re pregnant is a life-altering moment often followed by a flood of questions. In an era of conflicting influencer advice, thud blog will provide clarity through the latest clinical consensus. Whether you are in your first five weeks or you

Pelvic floor disorders affect millions of women, yet they remain some of the most under-discussed conditions in healthcare. Issues such as urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and chronic pelvic pain are often dismissed as a “normal” part of aging, childbirth, or womanhood itself. In reality, these conditions are common, treatable, and deeply connected to quality of life. Urogynecology, a subspecialty that focuses on pelvic floor health, sits at the intersection of wo

Valentine’s Day is often wrapped in images of romance, candles, and intimacy, but great sex isn’t just about chemistry. It’s also about communication, comfort, and care. Whether you’re spending the holiday with a long-term partner, a new flame, or celebrating solo pleasure, keeping your sex life safe doesn’t mean sacrificing excitement. In fact, informed choices can increase confidence, connection, and pleasure. Foreplay Is the Foundation (and It’s More Than Physical) Forepla

Source: Intimina.com Many people who menstruate notice headaches around their period, but menstrual migraines are a specific, more intense pattern linked to hormonal shifts. In this case, being able to understand the cause and various relief options can make a real difference. What Are Menstrual Migraines? Menstrual migraines are migraine attacks that happen anywhere from two days before to three days after a period starts. They are mostly triggered by the drop in estrogen th

Older Couple Showing Affection Most of understand the importance of keeping the muscles in our arms, legs, back, shoulder and chest strong and healthy. It's quite common to develop exercise routines that cover all the major muscle groups on a weekly basis. Another set of muscles that are often forgotten about are our pelvic floor muscles, which stretch from the pubic bone to the tailbone in the and from one side of the pelvis to the other. This group of muscles forms the "flo

Image Credit:Freepik What is Perimenopause? Perimenopause also referred to as menopausal transition is a phase in a woman's life marked by changes in the functioning of the ovaries. During this transition, your ovaries produce less hormones. As a result, your menstrual cycle becomes irregular and unpredictable. Perimenopause is a normal progression towards end of reproductive years for a woman. What hormonal changes occur during perimenopause? During your menstrual cycle, a

Image Credit: Freepik What is Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT)? NIPT is a technique that relies on the analysis of cell-free fetal DNA (cff DNA) extracted from the blood of a pregnant mother. NIPT results offer valuable information about the genetic makeup of the unborn child. This technique has revolutionized the field of maternal and fetal medicine eliminating the risk of miscarriage associated with invasive procedures such as amniocentesis, chronic villus sampling, and

Introdution Abemaciclib (brand name: Verzenio), developed by Eli Lilly, is an innovative anti-cancer drug. It is a targeted therapy that intervenes precisely in the cancer cell growth cycle, rather than functioning as a traditional chemotherapy agent. This drug has already established a "star" status in the treatment of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer and is actively being explored for other malignancies like endometrial cancer (EC). How Abemaciclib Works: Hitting the

By Jennifer Navarro MSN, RN, NPD-BC What is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a constellation of symptoms affecting the genetic, hormone, metabolic, and reproductive systems. It is a hormonal imbalance of the reproductive system.This disorder is the leading cause of female infertility. PCOS affects 1-in-10 women and is associated with amenorrhea (the absence of a menstrual cycle for 3 or 4 months in women who have had a regular menstrual cyc

When asked what my favorite rabbit hole to go down when it comes to medicine, it was no surprise. It is related to a family disease process, mitochondrial disease. At 19, M, my grandson, is a functioning high school graduate with many quirks and twists. Today, one sees a tall, very thin, quiet, long red-haired man with a beard that is patchy in places but covers much of his face. As you walk past him you notice he is very quiet, even if he is talking to someone. His eyes are

By Jessica Chhoy What is Menopause?: Menopause is when a women reaches the point in their lifetime where they've gone through 12 months without a menstrual period. This generally happens at the age of 52. Menopause Lifestyle Changes What are the Signs of Menopause?: Change in menstrual cycle (heavier/lighter flow than usual) Vaginal dryness Feeling the need to urinate more often Hot flushes and night sweats Sleeping problems Pain in joints Mood changes 3 Stages of Menopause:

Recent information from studies linking paracetamol/acetaminophen (Tylenol) use in pregnancy to autism disorders have popularised on the internet massively in August/September 2025, which has caused nationwide concern about mothers taking these painkillers when they are expected to have a baby. The information surrounding this comes from studies that are observational cohort studies, reporting statistical association between paracetamol exposure in pregnancy and increased ris