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Adverse Mental Health Symptoms Reported During Contraceptive Pill Pause
FRIDAY, Sept. 29, 2023 – For women taking combined oral contraceptives (COCs), withdrawal during the pill pause is associated with adverse mental health symptoms, similar to those experienced during...
Estrogen Could Be Key to Women's Brain Health
THURSDAY, Sept. 28, 2023 – Being exposed to more estrogen throughout life – or a longer reproductive life span – may be good for the brain, according to new research that found a lower risk of...
Tear Gas Might Harm a Woman's Reproductive Health
MONDAY, Sept. 25, 2023 – Researchers in Minnesota have uncovered a new link between tear gas exposures and negative effects on reproductive health. The study was prompted by anecdotal reports of...
Premenstrual Disorders Tied to Earlier Natural Menopause
THURSDAY, Sept. 21, 2023 – Premenstrual disorders (PMDs) are associated with a higher risk for early menopause, according to a study published online Sept. 19 in JAMA Network Open. Yihui Yang, from...
Fertility Issues? Ovulation Tests Can Help, Study Finds
TUESDAY, Sept. 19, 2023 – A new review of clinical trials with an eye toward successful conception affirms that timing is key when trying to get pregnant. The review found that using urine ovulation...
Premenopausal Bilateral Oophorectomy Linked to Chronic Conditions
TUESDAY, Sept. 19, 2023 – Women with a history of premenopausal bilateral oophorectomy (PBO), with or without concurrent or preceding hysterectomy, have more chronic conditions in late midlife,...
Reproductive Factors Linked to Risk for Lung Cancer
FRIDAY, Sept. 15, 2023 – Reproductive factors, including early menarche, early menopause, and a shortened reproductive life span, are associated with increased risks for incident lung cancer,...
'Forever Chemicals' PFAS Found in Some Period Products
MONDAY, Aug. 14, 2023 – Some menstrual products – pads, tampons, cups and underwear – contain harmful “forever chemicals,” according to new research into the contents of these essential items. Res...
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