Hormonal birth control is used by millions of women worldwide — most commonly to prevent pregnancy, but also to manage health conditions...

More than 1,000 people across the UK are set to take part in a new trial of a blood test for Alzheimer’s disease — a development that...

A new study links the length of a woman’s reproductive years to slower brain aging – and it could reshape how we think about hormones and...

In the days leading up to menstruation, many women report feeling more emotionally sensitive – tears may come more easily, and reactions...

We’ve all heard of ‘baby brain’ – the misplaced keys, the forgotten appointments, the thought interruptions. It’s often depicted for...

A “ministroke,” or transient ischemic attack (TIA), may sound minor, but medical experts are urging the public to take these events...

For decades, neuroscience research has overlooked the distinct ways in which female brains function, particularly in relation to hormonal...

Concussions affect women differently than men, yet they are often overlooked in research and awareness efforts. Women are not only more...

Recent research from the University of Liverpool has provided new insights into the connection between accelerated reproductive ageing in...

White matter microstructure, a measure of the brain’s wiring, peaked at the end of the second trimester. Photograph: Daniela Cossio...

First Published: 23rd May 2024 Image: Imperial College In a remarkable display of creativity and collaboration, students and early-career...