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American Academy of Neurology, April 13-18
The annual meeting of the American Academy of Neurology was held this year from April 13 to 18 in Denver, drawing participants from around the world, including clinicians, academicians, allied health...
AAN: Half of Premenopausal Women Have Menstrual Migraines
FRIDAY, April 19, 2024 – More than half of premenopausal women report menstrual migraine (MM), according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Neurology, held from A...
One in 3 Women With Migraines Say Attacks Occur During Periods
MONDAY, April 15, 2024 – Among U.S. women with migraine, a third say the attacks tend to coincide with their periods, a new survey finds. Migraines that occur during menstruation are often frequent...
How to Deal With Endometriosis Pain
SATURDAY, March 9, 2024 – Endometriosis causes crippling pain in women, with some spending up to a month of every year debilitated by it. “We’re talking about pain that’s beyond ‘I took two ibuprof...
Prenatal Psychological Distress Linked to Earlier Adrenarche in Girls
TUESDAY, March 5, 2024 – Fetal exposure to maternal psychological distress is associated with earlier adrenarche among girls, especially first-born girls, according to research published in the...
Female Reproductive Factors Linked to Risk for COPD
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 14, 2024 – Multiple female reproductive factors are associated with the risk for chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD), according to a study published online Feb. 13 in...
Use of Scented Menstrual Products Tied to Demographic Factors
TUESDAY, Jan. 9, 2024 – Lower educational attainment is consistently associated with greater use of scent-altering menstrual and intimate care products, according to a study published online Dec. 6...
Suicide Risk May Fluctuate With the Menstrual Cycle
FRIDAY, Dec. 15, 2023 – Most women know that their menstrual cycle can affect their mood. Now, new research suggests suicidal thoughts may peak at certain points during the monthly cycle. The...
Starting Periods Early Linked to Higher Odds for Diabetes, Stroke
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 6, 2023 – Girls whose periods begin before the age of 13 are at higher risk of becoming adult women with diabetes, compared to girls who start menstruation later, new research shows....
Women Need Better Guidance on Exercise & the Menstrual Cycle, Study Shows
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 6, 2023 – “Cycle syncing” – the notion that women should adapt their diet and exercise patterns to their menstrual cycle – has become a trendy topic online. Some experts argue that it...
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...
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