News & Views ‘I was told it was normal’: The endometriosis pain I was told to ignore Looking back on my endometriosis journey, I wish I had questioned everything and hadn’t let doctors dismiss me, writes Yaelle Ohana.
News & Views Australian men do same amount of housework as 20 years ago, new data shows Australian men are not doing any more housework than they were two decades ago, with women doing 50 per cent more housework than men.
Women's Health News Menopause specialist Dr Fatima Khan on why women turn to social media for health answers Dr Fatima Khan says it’s important to understand why women are turning to social media for answers to their health and wellbeing questions.
Women's Health News Australia has one of the highest rates of breast cancer diagnosis in the world, new study finds Australia has one of the highest rates of breast cancer diagnoses in the world, with a falling mortality rate, according to a new study.
News & Views Women are less comfortable calling 000 for heart attack symptoms, study finds Women are more hesitant to dial 000 when they experience symptoms of a heart attack, possibly contributing to the worse outcomes.
News & Views ‘I don’t wanna see your ass’: Women respond to Kayla Itsines’ criticism of ‘highly sexualised’ gym content Women on social media are posting videos doing glute workouts from a “particulate angle” as a quiet retaliation against Kayla Itsines.
News & Views A new study confirms link between trauma and endometriosis – which should change how we diagnose and treat the disease A study links trauma to endometriosis, urging trauma-informed care for better diagnosis, treatment, and patient outcomes.
News & Views Australian women will soon be eligible for a menopause health check. Here’s what to expect Women will soon be able to access a Medicare rebate for menopause health assessments. Here’s what you should know.
Partner Content Lifesaving ovarian cancer research doesn’t exist in a vacuum. Here’s why collaborations and funding are the backbone to progress A new era for ovarian cancer research is being ushered in, with increasing global collaboration and research funding in the sector.
Partner Content Getting advice about contraception from social media? Here’s why it’s worth seeking professional support Many young women are looking to social media for information about their reproductive health, rather than consulting a medical professional.
Women's Health News After 10 years with USAID, I know women and children are already suffering following the shutdown Abby Bloom worked on women’s and children’s health programs for almost a decade with USAID. She knows all too well the immediate consequences of the shutdown.
Partner Content Gender inequity in medical research: Why has ovarian cancer been historically overlooked? This Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, experts say a better understanding of ovarian cancer presents opportunity for improved outcomes.