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Oct 135 min read

Why the Female Body Has Been So Misunderstood Throughout History

The female body, in all its complexity and wonder, has been misunderstood and misrepresented for centuries. From ancient civilisations to...

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Oct 135 min read

Hair Loss in Women: Causes and What You Can Do About It

Hair loss isn’t just something men deal with - many women experience it, too. In fact, by age 40, about 40% of women notice some thinning...

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Oct 134 min read

The Science Behind the Menstrual Cycle: Hormonal Changes Explained

The menstrual cycle is a natural part of life for many women, but what exactly is happening inside the body during those 28 (or so) days?...

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Aug 133 min read

Sex Bias in Research Labs: How Female Mice - and Women - Are Losing Out in Ageing Studies

First published: 13/08/2024 In research laboratories around the globe, scientists are conducting critical experiments aimed at unlocking...

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Aug 133 min read

‘Shocking’ Four-Year Wait for Endometriosis Treatment in Scotland

First published: 13/08/2024 Endometriosis, a painful condition affecting up to one in ten women, is causing growing concern in Scotland...

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Aug 84 min read

The Postpartum Hormone Drop: Understanding the Largest Hormone Shift in Human Life

First published: 08/08/2024 The postpartum phase, the period following childbirth, is often described as one of the most transformative...

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Aug 11 min read

Exploring the Role of Estrogen in Women's Cognitive Health During Aging

First Published: 01/08/2024 In a study published by Esperanza Navarro-Pardo, Carol A. Holland, and Antonio Cano in 2018, researchers...

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