Maternal mortality rates decline worldwide except US
The United States performs worse than any other developed nation when it comes to maternal death, according to State of the World's Mothers 2015, the most recent comprehensive report compiled by Save the Children, a 90-year old global organization advocating for kids' needs.
Mar 07, 2017, 11:13 AM IST
Ovarian Cyst: Early signs and symptoms every woman should know
Ovarian cyst is a solid or fluid-filled sac or pocket (cyst) within or on the surface of an ovary.
Mar 04, 2017, 23:55 PM IST
Know why painkillers are less effective in women than men!
A new study has explained why pain relievers are often found to be less effective in females than males.
Mar 03, 2017, 22:27 PM IST
Donald Trump's health policy changes may threaten women wellbeing, says study
A new study has revealed that US President Donald Trump's sexual and reproductive health policy changes may increase the risk of women's wellbeing across the world.
Mar 03, 2017, 18:45 PM IST
Women between 45-60 suffer from Obstructed Defecation Syndrome: Report
The study of 1,578 patients in the last three years also revealed that 42 per cent of the population suffered from the problems, mostly women.
Feb 28, 2017, 14:14 PM IST
Having kids at home may mean less sleep for women
Researchers looked at age, race, education, marital status, number of children in the household, income, body mass index, exercise, employment and snoring as possible factors linked to sleep deprivation.
Feb 27, 2017, 10:51 AM IST
Feeling depressed after childbirth? Ways to deal with postpartum baby blues
Postpartum depression (PPD), also called postnatal depression, is very common after childbirth.
Feb 27, 2017, 10:34 AM IST
Hormonal maintenance therapy can improve survival in women with ovarian cancer
A new study reveals that hormonal maintenance therapy (HMT) may significantly improve survival in women with a rare type of epithelial ovarian or peritoneum cancer and those having low-grade serous carcinoma (LGSC).
Feb 22, 2017, 23:09 PM IST
AIIMS nurse death: Consequences of delaying a necessary C-section
However, delaying a necessary C-section can cause severe or permanent medical complications to the mother and the baby or even death.
Feb 22, 2017, 14:05 PM IST
Men vs women - Why gender matters in heart disease?
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. But the symptoms and risk factors of heart disease aren't the same in men and women.
Feb 17, 2017, 13:22 PM IST
Migraines more common among females – Know why
This is because of of distinct differences found in mast cells, a type of white blood cell that is part of the immune system, says a study.
Feb 08, 2017, 14:47 PM IST
Anorexic women display autistic traits, says study
The similarities between anorexia and autism in women are also seen in a part of the brain which process social skills, said the study.
Feb 04, 2017, 23:44 PM IST
Pre-term delivery may increase heart disease risk in mothers
A new study has showed that mothers who deliver pre-term are at an increased risk of developing heart diseases, as compared to women who deliver babies at full-term.
Feb 03, 2017, 15:47 PM IST
Here's how climate change impacts women the most
Not only has there been a rise in trafficking of women, but a World Bank study has also found that 14 per cent households in India are now women-headed, mainly because of male migration, creating an additional burden on them.
Jan 30, 2017, 13:07 PM IST
Bone health: Here's why you should be eating anti-inflammatory foods
New research suggests that regularly eating vegetables, fruits, fish and whole grains, could boost bone health and prevent fractures in women.
Jan 27, 2017, 12:58 PM IST
Football may reduce high blood pressure in women
In addition, football can also be used for effective prevention and treatment of a number of lifestyle diseases, including cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes.
Jan 26, 2017, 00:29 AM IST
Are women in politics mere tools of election campaigning?
Panel Discussion on 'Are women just an ingredient of election campaigning in Politics? Watch this special segment and get to know more here.
Jan 26, 2017, 00:14 AM IST
Glucose supplements to women during childbirth may shorten labour time
A new study has found that glucose supplements given to women during childbirth, especially for the first birth, may shorten the labour time.
Jan 23, 2017, 21:27 PM IST
Sitting down for too long can age women faster, says study
Do you often sit down for long hours? Well, a new study has revealed that women who sit for too long are more likely to speed up ageing.
Jan 22, 2017, 00:11 AM IST
Why there is no strict action against molestation of women? Part III
Panel discussion on 'Why no action against open molestation with women'? Watch this special segment and get to know more here.
Jan 07, 2017, 22:09 PM IST
