By Kat Pachas BSN, RN Imagine never knowing whether your next meal or a stressful day will throw your gut into chaos. For millions of women with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), this happens every day. They deal with unpredictable waves of cramping, bloating, abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea (6, 9, 17). For them, these symptoms can feel like they have a mind of their own. IBS is very common, affecting 10–20% of the global population. Women are up to th

Giving birth is a remarkable experience, but the physical effects of labor can sometimes continue even after the baby arrives. Some women experience numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness in the legs or feet after a vaginal delivery. While these symptoms can be alarming, they may sometimes be caused by temporary nerve compression during labor. What Is Nerve Compression After Delivery? Postpartum nerve compression occurs when a nerve is temporarily compressed, stretched, or irr

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide. While advances in screening and treatment have significantly improved survival, early detection remains one of the most important factors in successful outcomes. Many people have heard about performing monthly breast self-exams. However, health organizations have shifted their recommendations toward breast self-awareness, encouraging women to become familiar with how their breasts normally look and fee

Introduction Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) affects 1 in 8 women, making it one of the most common hormonal conditions. Despite this, many people experience years of symptoms before receiving a diagnosis, leading to frustration, uncertainty and delayed treatment. Following a 14 year international collaboration between researchers, clinicians, charities and those living with the condition, a major change was announced in May 2026. The name PCOS will be replaced with PMOS (