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Vaginal Microbiome Could Revolutionise Women’s Health, Says New MHRA Review
The microscopic bacteria living in women’s bodies could hold the key to transforming healthcare, according to a major new review...

Grace Carter
4 days ago4 min read


Scottish Accelerator Invests £1m in Female-Led HealthTech Startups
Three female-cofounded HealthTech companies have secured more than £1 million in investment from STAC, Scotland’s industry-led...

The Female Body
5 days ago2 min read


“Ozempic Vagina” and the Rise of Labia Puffing
Cosmetic fillers are no longer just for cheekbones and lips — increasingly, they’re being used on the vulva. The procedure, known as...

The Female Body
6 days ago2 min read


UCL Study Calls for Boys and Girls to Learn About Periods Together
Children in the UK are still being given far too little education about menstruation, according to new research from University College...

The Female Body
Aug 222 min read


Alcohol Use Is Rising Among Women - and So Are Cases of Severe Liver Disease, Study Finds
Heavy drinkers today are more than twice as likely to develop liver damage compared with two decades ago, researchers say. A new study ...

Grace Carter
Aug 223 min read


AI Tools Used by English Councils Downplay Women’s Health Issues, Study Finds
Artificial intelligence is creeping into the daily workings of England’s councils. Promoted as a way to ease the burden on social...

Grace Carter
Aug 224 min read


Could “Pregnancy Robots” Redefine Fertility Care?
China is exploring a radical new frontier in reproductive technology: humanoid robots equipped with artificial wombs that could one day...

The Female Body
Aug 212 min read


NHS Launches 2025–26 HPV Catch-Up Campaign
This summer, NHS England unveiled an ambitious HPV catch-up campaign for 2025–26 , running from 21 July 2025 to 31 March 2026 . The...

The Female Body
Aug 202 min read


Louise Thompson Speaks Out as NHS Compensation Hits Record £2.8 Billion
Made in Chelsea star Louise Thompson called out the NHS, echoing a growing public concern: last year, the health service paid a...

The Female Body
Aug 182 min read


Petition for Paid Leave for Endometriosis and Adenomyosis
A petition calling for statutory paid leave for people living with endometriosis, adenomyosis and severe menstrual conditions has...

The Female Body
Aug 182 min read


Forbes 2025 '50 Over 50': Redefining the Power of Age
This year’s Forbes 50 Over 50 list shatters ageist myths by spotlighting 200 women—50 in each category—over age 50 who are excelling in...

The Female Body
Aug 182 min read


Ireland Poised to Become Global Leader in Femtech
Ireland has the potential to position itself at the forefront of the global femtech sector – but only if urgent investment and strategic...

The Female Body
Aug 102 min read


New £250K Partnership to Help Pregnant and Post-Natal Women Stay Active
A major new partnership has been announced between Sport England and The Active Pregnancy Foundation (APF) to help expectant and new...

The Female Body
Aug 82 min read


Gates Foundation Commits $2.5 Billion to Transform Women’s Health by 2030
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has announced one of its largest-ever commitments: a $2.5 billion investment over the next five years...

The Female Body
Aug 82 min read


England’s Lionesses Crowned European Champions Once Again
England overcome Spain in a nail-biting final to retain their Women’s Euros title In a gripping conclusion to the UEFA Women’s European...
Alice Tooley
Jul 313 min read


Woman with MND Calls on NHS for Life-Saving Drug Access
Seckin McGuirk and her husband Richard stand beside a statue that represents a person living with MND. Photograph: MND Association In a...
Alice Tooley
Jul 302 min read


New Device Could Detect Endometriosis in Minutes
A new rapid diagnostic tool developed by researchers at Penn State University may dramatically change how endometriosis is detected....
Alice Tooley
Jul 302 min read


Changing The Game: Unilever Launch Bold New Film Around Periods in Sport
In a striking collaboration between Dirt Is Good (Unilever) and Arsenal F.C , creative agency Aphra has produced a powerful short film...

The Female Body
Jul 293 min read


‘A Real Turning Point’: Endometriosis Advocates Meet Health Minister Following Success of 'Endo the Battle' Campaign
Health writer Sarah McCann and Laura Collins hand over a folder containing more than 400 anonymous responses from the Endo the Battle...

Grace Carter
Jul 233 min read


CMA Calls on the Government for Regulatory Reform to Better Protect Fertility Patients in UK
On 18 July 2025, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) issued a comprehensive letter to Baroness Merron - the Parliamentary...

Grace Carter
Jul 233 min read
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