Ovarian cancer rates in the U.S. began to decline faster in 2002 around the time many older women went off hormone replacement therapy, according to a new study.
Month: May 2013
Opioids Tied to Low T, Erectile Dysfunction?
Opioid use, particularly long-term use, may be associated with erectile dysfunction and low testosterone, researchers found.
Obese Women Miss Out Under IVF Shake-Up
Couples in Scotland who need help conceiving will be guaranteed two free infertility treatments from 1 July
Hysterectomy Not Tied to Heart Risk Factors
Despite evidence suggesting that women whose uterus has been removed may be more likely to experience heart troubles, a new study finds that the usual signs of heart disease risk are not more severe in middle-aged women after hysterectomy.
Slim Women Have Higher Endometriosis Risk Than Obese Women
Slim women have a higher risk of developing endometriosis than women who are morbidly obese, according to a new major study.
Scientists Clone Human Embryos To Make Stem Cells
Scientists say they have, for the first time, cloned human embryos capable of producing embryonic stem cells. The accomplishment is a long-sought step toward harnessing the potential power of embryonic stem cells to treat many human diseases. But the work also raises a host of ethical concerns.
Outdated Policies on Sexual Behavior in U.S. Military Adversely Affecting Women
The Pentagon’s fear of condoning sex and logistical hurdles have prevented it from adequately providing servicewomen with adequate information and a full spectrum of contraceptive alternatives.
The Unexpected Signs You’re About to Hit Menopause
Mandy Flynn felt woozy as she sat behind the counter at the bank where she worked. Three years ago, she’d started suffering from odd moments of dizziness. ‘They lasted only about 30 seconds, but I’d feel as if I was losing my balance,’ says the 49-year-old cashier from Kenley, Surrey.
Sex Supplements May Contain Hidden, Harmful Drugs
Consumers should not buy sexual enhancement supplements, either online or in stores, because the products may contain undisclosed drugs that could cause serious harm, medical experts say.
Remembering the Other Mother
This mother’s day I was reflecting on my infertility journey and how I became a mother. My daughter, Grace, was born because of the kindness of an egg donor. I will never be able to meet her or thank her …