Delivered to your inbox every week. Email* NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Δ Supported by Charles Sturt University Women’s Health News All Women’s Health News 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. News & Views Timely, heartbreaking: The Belle Gibson Netflix series is about much more than faking cancer It is a necessary series for our time. More about cancer than faking cancer, and a warning on the dangers of attention-seekers. News & Views ‘A prisoner in my own body’: The indescribable toll of endometriosis and ovarian cancer Living with endormetriosis and ovarian cancer has robbed me of my quality of life, writes Dr Shabnam Gujadhur. Appointments Professor Anna Peeters appointed VicHealth CEO Globally-renowned health expert Professor Anna Peeters has been appointed the new CEO of the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation. Partner Content Ovarian cancer leaves a lasting-impact on everyone. Here are three stories of resilience and hope Ovarian cancer – the most lethal female cancer – continues to pose unique challenges for patients, families and treating doctors. News & Views Pregnant women can now get a free RSV shot. What other vaccines do you need when you’re expecting? The RSV vaccine is now free for pregnant women under the National Immunisation Program. Here’s what you need to know. News & Views Mental health and domestic violence crises collide in NSW as psychiatrists resign The unfolding crisis in NSW public psychiatric services coupled with the national emergency of domestic violence could create a catastrophe. News & Views ‘Truth can be so liberating’: Naomi Watts opens up about sex and dating during menopause Naomi Watts opens up about the realities of living with menopause while first dating her now-husband Billy Crudup.
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.
News & Views Timely, heartbreaking: The Belle Gibson Netflix series is about much more than faking cancer It is a necessary series for our time. More about cancer than faking cancer, and a warning on the dangers of attention-seekers.
News & Views ‘A prisoner in my own body’: The indescribable toll of endometriosis and ovarian cancer Living with endormetriosis and ovarian cancer has robbed me of my quality of life, writes Dr Shabnam Gujadhur.
Appointments Professor Anna Peeters appointed VicHealth CEO Globally-renowned health expert Professor Anna Peeters has been appointed the new CEO of the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation.
Partner Content Ovarian cancer leaves a lasting-impact on everyone. Here are three stories of resilience and hope Ovarian cancer – the most lethal female cancer – continues to pose unique challenges for patients, families and treating doctors.
News & Views Pregnant women can now get a free RSV shot. What other vaccines do you need when you’re expecting? The RSV vaccine is now free for pregnant women under the National Immunisation Program. Here’s what you need to know.
News & Views Mental health and domestic violence crises collide in NSW as psychiatrists resign The unfolding crisis in NSW public psychiatric services coupled with the national emergency of domestic violence could create a catastrophe.
News & Views ‘Truth can be so liberating’: Naomi Watts opens up about sex and dating during menopause Naomi Watts opens up about the realities of living with menopause while first dating her now-husband Billy Crudup.
