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Women's sleep apnea symptoms frequently differ from men's and are mistaken for hormonal changes. Researchers are addressing this detection gap. In midlife, many women experience airway collapses during sleep that go unnoticed.

02 marzo 2026 Riportato dall'IA

A global analysis warns that India's breast cancer burden has doubled in three decades, with a surge among younger women fuelled by lifestyle risks.

A study of professional female football players suggests that injuries sustained during menstruation lead to longer recovery times. Researchers found that while injury rates do not increase during periods, the injuries appear more severe. This finding highlights potential hormonal influences on athletic recovery.

13 dicembre 2025 Riportato dall'IA Verificato

A 10-year study of nearly 10,000 women aged 65 and older found that regular tea drinking was linked to slightly higher bone mineral density, a key marker of osteoporosis risk. Moderate coffee intake showed no overall harm, but consuming more than five cups a day was associated with lower bone density, particularly among women who reported higher lifetime alcohol use, according to researchers from Flinders University.

Dr. Jaishree Sharad, a dermatologist, shares her personal experience navigating perimenopause in a new article. She discusses the science, skin effects, and emotional aspects of hormonal changes. The piece offers insights into her management strategies for women's health.

13 novembre 2025 Riportato dall'IA

Sleeping without underwear is recommended to maintain women's intimate health. Nurse Hailey Pucket explains that this habit helps balance vaginal pH and prevents irritation. This simple practice allows the intimate area to breathe at night.