New drug improves fertility in women with reproductive health problems
A drug that acts via the natural ‘kisspeptin’ hormone system in the body has the potential to treat reproductive health…
Women’s Health
Caesarean-born babies at increased risk of hospitalisation
Caesarean-born babies are at increased risk during early childhood of being hospitalised due to an infection, according to a new…
Love during lockdown study
Love goes on in lockdown, but is less physical for some: study. Sexual activity and dating app use declined among…
Clearer picture on HRT & breast cancer
A new study, led by experts at the Universities of Nottingham and Oxford, provides a clearer and more detailed picture…
My menopausal vagina: vaginal dryness
https://youtu.be/HTMyoX6V3Vc One women's journey of menopause and vaginal atrophy. Written in a `tongue in cheek' way to help break taboos…
RSM Presidential address: “The changing shape of the Goddess of Fertility”, the impact of globesity in the gynaecologist’s world
RSM Presidential address: "The changing shape of the Goddess of Fertility", the impact of globesity in the gynaecologist's world Date…
Early blood serum profile changes can identify alcohol dependence
Changes in the blood serum metabolite profile are visible years before diagnosis of an alcohol-related disease: A new study from…
Severe morning sickness linked to depression
Severe morning sickness increases the risk of depression both during and after pregnancy, new research has found. Severe morning sickness,…
Post-traumatic stress experienced by partners following miscarriage
One in 12 partners experience post-traumatic stress after miscarriage, suggests a new study. The research, led by Imperial College London, surveyed…
Constipation during pregnancy and childbirth
More than 40% of women suffer from constipation during pregnancy and right after childbirth: Women are 2–3 times more likely to…