Cardiovascular disease kills 51% of women in Europe and breast cancer kills 3%
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) kills 51% of women in Europe and breast cancer kills 3%, bucking the misperception that CVD is a man’s disease. …read more
Strong genetic risk factor for MS discovered in family of five affected siblings
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago have identified a genetic variation that in women significantly increases their risk of developing multiple sclerosis. …read more
A family history of prostate cancer may increase women’s risk for breast cancer
A new study finds women who have a first-degree relative with prostate cancer – such as a father, brother or son – may be more likely to develop breast cancer after the age of 50. …read more
12 early signs that you might be pregnant
You may have an inkling that you are pregnant soon after you have conceived. Though you may experience some, all, or none of these, here are the MNT top 12 signs of pregnancy. …read more
Test for Fetal Abnormalities Finds Maternal Cancer
An assay that examines circulating fetal cell abnormalities in maternal blood has detected chromosomal irregularities suggestive of cancer or another disease in 40 women. Medscape Medical News …read more
Men are ‘more narcissistic and entitled than women’
A study examining gender differences across three aspects of narcissism finds that men are, on average, more narcissistic than women – a quality that has unique pros and cons. …read more
How to Prevent Ovarian Cancer
The fallopian tubes may be the answer to the puzzle of ovarian cancer pathogenesis. Dr Lundberg explains. Medscape Internal Medicine …read more
Community nurses urged to highlight dangers of female genital mutilation
In their trusted professional capacity, community nurses are well placed to develop effective collaboration with patients and families to tackle the harmful and illegal procedure of female genital… …read more
ADHD plus childhood trauma heightens risk for self-harm, suicide
Findings add to growing body of evidence that environmental factors contribute to negative psychosocial outcomesYoung women with ADHD who have been exposed to abuse, neglect or other traumas in… …read more
Best exercises during pregnancy: the top 5
Exercise during pregnancy provides numerous health benefits to both the mother and baby. Maintaining fitness boosts mood, energy, sleep and prevents excess weight gain. …read more