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Age at Menarche Decreasing, Time to Cycle Regularity Increasing
FRIDAY, May 31, 2024 – The mean age at menarche has decreased and time to cycle regularity has increased with increasing birth year, according to a study published online May 29 in JAMA Network...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Menstrual Discs Could Help Women With Heavy Periods, Study Finds
TUESDAY, Aug. 8, 2023 – For women with heavy periods, some newer menstrual products may offer more security than old-fashioned pads and tampons. That's among the findings of a new study that tested...
FDA Approves Medicines360’s Supplemental New Drug Application for Liletta (levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system) 52 mg as Treatment of Heavy Menstrual Bleeding
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – July 10, 2023 – Medicines360, a global nonprofit organization with a mission to catalyze equitable access to quality medicines for women, announced today that the U.S. Food and...
Xanodyne Announces FDA Approval of Lysteda (Tranexamic Acid) for Treatment of Women with Heavy Menstrual Bleeding
NEWPORT, Ky., Nov. 16 /PRNewswire/ – Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals, Inc., an integrated specialty pharmaceutical company with both development and commercial capabilities focused on women's healthcare...
FDA Approves Additional Use for IUD Mirena to Treat Heavy Menstrual Bleeding in IUD Users
ROCKVILLE, Md., Oct. 1, 2009--The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Mirena (levonorgestrel intrauterine system) to treat heavy menstrual bleeding in women who use intrauterine...
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