Women's health

Women earning more than their spouses have higher chances of depression, says study

The research team analysed more than 1,463 men and 1,769 women and out of which majority were born between 1957 and 1965.

Aug 14, 2017, 08:49 AM IST

23% Indian women seek dignity, respect in maternal healthcare

Women have seen improvement in maternal healthcare over the time and submitted their one wish as being treated in a respectful and dignified manner.

Jul 27, 2017, 11:56 AM IST

Swimming during menstruation: Can I, can't I?

If you enjoy swimming during the rest of your cycle, theres no reason to stop just because you have your period.

Jul 07, 2017, 14:31 PM IST

Vegetable proteins like whole grain, soy, tofu may protect women from early menopause

Early menopause – the cessation of ovarian function before age 45 – affects about 10 percent of women globally.

Jun 27, 2017, 14:32 PM IST

Mindfulness meditation good for women, may help uplift mood

The findings show that the classes were effective in teaching the techniques, though women made greater gains than men on four of five areas of mindfulness.

Apr 23, 2017, 16:05 PM IST

Actress Raveena Tandon bats for women's health, says 'issue' is close to her heart

Raveena, who also features in a film for the campaign, said in a statement: "She`s Ambassador is a CSR (corporate social responsibility) campaign to create awareness among young girls in the country.

Apr 12, 2017, 16:02 PM IST

Maneka Gandhi calls for 100% tax exemption for sanitary napkins, writes to Arun Jaitley

In her letter to Jaitley, Gandhi is believed to have communicated the overwhelming response the petition has received, over 2.1 lakh people have signed in on Change.Org.

Mar 31, 2017, 00:23 AM IST

Ladies, beware! Skinny jeans, oversized bags are making your bodies prone to damage

Researchers revealed skinny jeans, oversized bags and those worn on one side of the body, coats with large fluffy hoods, high heeled shoes and backless shoes as the top five clothing culprits.

Mar 19, 2017, 17:06 PM IST

Women can cut psychological stress risk by consuming lots of fruits, veggies!

The findings showed that women who ate 3-4 daily serves of vegetables had an 18 percent lower risk of stress, and those who ate two daily serves of fruit had a 16 percent lower risk of stress.

Mar 16, 2017, 16:17 PM IST

Hormone replacement therapy may increase women's longevity, says study

Having higher levels of calcium is a marker for the buildup of plaque, which increases the risk of having a heart attack or stroke.

Mar 09, 2017, 19:52 PM IST

Actress Meghan Markle writes on how menstruation affects women's potential

The 35-year-old "Suits" star has penned a column in Time titled "How Periods Affect Potential" on the occasion of International Women's Day.

Mar 09, 2017, 16:23 PM IST

Women's Day Special: Top tips for a healthier heart

Certain conditions such as heart disease, osteoarthritis affect women more severely than men.

Mar 08, 2017, 09:40 AM IST

How is depression different, more common among women!

While on the subject of women's health, let us take this moment to acknowledge that depression is one of the most common and most petrifying problems that women go through.

Mar 08, 2017, 00:27 AM IST

Breast cancer: Warning signs to look out for!

As the warning signs of breast cancer are not same for all women, it's important to pay attention if you spot any unusual changes to your breasts and get them checked by a doctor.

Aug 30, 2016, 16:46 PM IST

Menopause, insomnia may accelerate ageing

The dual research suggested that menopause and insomnia can increase risk for ageing-related diseases and earlier death in women.

Jul 28, 2016, 13:23 PM IST

US to use Ebola funds to fight Zika virus

The US has announced that it is transferring nearly USD 600 million which was leftover from the largely successful fight against Ebola to combat the growing menace of Zika virus.

Apr 07, 2016, 11:13 AM IST