October 18, 2023

Use of Hair Relaxers Raises Women's Odds for Uterine Cancer

Older Black women who use chemical hair relaxers may be more likely to develop uterine cancer, new research suggests.

October 6, 2023

Living in 'Walkable' Neighborhoods Lowers Women's Cancer Risk

Healthy steps: Living in a neighborhood that's easy to walk in could be good for women's health.

October 2, 2023

Estrogen Could Be Key to Women's Brain Health

Being exposed to more estrogen throughout life -- or a longer reproductive life span -- may be good for the brain, according to new research that found a lower risk of cerebral small vessel disease in women who had more cumulative exposure.

September 20, 2023

Common PFAS Chemicals Linked to Cancers in Women

Harmful "forever" chemicals are widespread in the environment, and new research hints they pose a particular health risk to women.

September 19, 2023

Early-Life Removal of Ovaries Could Bring Faster Aging

Premenopausal women who have surgery to remove the ovaries (oophorectomy) and fallopian tubes may face chronic medical conditions and a decline in physical functioning, new research warns.

September 6, 2023

Women Talking: Online Therapy Connects Postpartum Depression Patients With Survivors

Lee-Anne Mosselman-Clarke knows firsthand what it’s like to battle with postpartum mental health crises. She experienced difficulties after the births of her two children.