Women victimized by kidney dysfunction more than men
High blood pressure (hypertension), diabetes, high cholesterol are some of the conditions that can cause kidney disease.
Mar 08, 2018, 12:01 PM IST
Women with larger waistline are at higher risk of anxiety
For the study, published in the Menopause: The Journal of the North American Menopause Society, researchers analyzed data from more than 5,580 middle-aged Latin American women.
Mar 07, 2018, 17:52 PM IST
Sexual violence in neighbourhood harms mental health in women
According to the researchers, feelings about the frequency of rape or other forms of sexual assault in a neighbourhood are significantly tied to women's perceptions of its safety.
Jan 15, 2018, 19:10 PM IST
Ladies, take note! Working in night shifts can increase cancer risk
Researchers urge long-term night shift workers should have regular physical examinations and cancer screenings.
Jan 09, 2018, 08:22 AM IST
Women are at their happiest stage after they are widowed, reveals survey
The study, a survey carried out by NHS, also revealed that women are more likely to report serious health issues in their lifetime than men.
Dec 15, 2017, 17:53 PM IST
There's nothing a woman can't achieve: Taapsee Pannu
Mumbai Actress Taapsee Pannu, who has made her mark with films like "Pink", "Naam Shabana" and "Judwaa 2", says women can achieve anything with determination and strength.
Dec 11, 2017, 17:04 PM IST
Women's health has worsened since 1990, says study
The results also showed that an increased proportion of study participants indicated obesity, anxiety and dissatisfaction with their personal economy, among both women and men.
Nov 26, 2017, 19:44 PM IST
Overweight women should undergo mammography more frequently: Study
Researchers identified the risk factors associated with tumours that do not get detected until larger than two centimetre, or about the size of a peanut.
Nov 21, 2017, 12:16 PM IST
No need to delay conception after a miscarriage, suggests study
The World Health Organization (WHO) currently recommends waiting at least 6 months before attempting another pregnancy.
Nov 16, 2017, 18:05 PM IST
No pouches to dispose sanitary napkins: NGT serves notice
In India, only 12 percent of the 355 million women in menstruating age can afford to use disposable sanitary napkins.
Nov 15, 2017, 18:59 PM IST
Exercise could curb the risk of premature death in older women: Study
The study, led by investigators at Brigham and Women's Hospital, investigated physical activity of women measured over seven days using a wearable device called a triaxial accelerometer.
Nov 07, 2017, 17:02 PM IST
Women with PCOS at increased risk of depression, says study
Children born to mothers with PCOS were also found to be at greater risk of developing ADHD and autism spectrum disorder.
Nov 06, 2017, 17:54 PM IST
IVF a boon for women with PCOS, says Maharashtra Health Minister
PCOS, is a common problem found among women of reproductive age and can cause problems with a women’s menstrual cycle, fertility, cardiac function and appearance as well.
Nov 01, 2017, 09:59 AM IST
Many women with disabilities don't get cancer screening, says study
Women with disabilities often have socioeconomic challenges, are less educated, and are often unmarried or have strong social networks.
Oct 09, 2017, 17:38 PM IST
Breast cancer tied to bacterial imbalances
Bacteria that live in the body, known as the microbiome, influence many diseases.
Oct 08, 2017, 15:22 PM IST
Want to cut your risk of urinary tract infection? Drink water, says study
Drinking more fluids increases the rate of flushing of bacteria from the bladder and also likely reduces the concentration of bacteria that enter the bladder from the vagina.
Oct 08, 2017, 15:15 PM IST
Know your body: Seven menstrual symptoms that are not normal
The following symptoms will make it easier for you to break it down and help you understand what's normal and what isn't.
Sep 27, 2017, 12:47 PM IST
Suffering from urinary tract infection? Study claims consuming cranberries may help
They found that overall, the use of cranberry products led to a statistically significant risk reduction in repeat UTIs.
Sep 20, 2017, 18:36 PM IST
Ladies, take note! Belly fat in postmenopausal women may elevate cancer risk
The study put a new spin on weight management priorities for women in this age-group, who are prone to abdominal weight gain.
Sep 11, 2017, 10:31 AM IST
Women, take note! Suffering from PCOS can increase your risk of diabetes
The findings showed that in women with PCOS, diabetes is diagnosed four years earlier.
Aug 30, 2017, 18:45 PM IST
