Women's health
Venous Thromboembolism Risk Elevated During Pregna
Venous Thromboembolism Risk Elevated During Pregnancy and Postpartum Period

Pregnant and postpartum women face an increased risk of venous thromboembolism due to various factors, with anticoagulation therapy serving as the primary treatment approach.

September 2023

Fathers Typically Older Than Mothers Across Human
Fathers Typically Older Than Mothers Across Human History

Men have historically fathered children about seven years later than women, a trend that persists throughout human history, according to a comprehensive analysis.

August 2023

Women Outperform Men in Empathy Tests
Women Outperform Men in Empathy Tests

On average, women demonstrate superior performance over men in theory of mind tests across 57 countries.

August 2023

Cluster Headaches May Pose Heightened Severity Ris
Cluster Headaches May Pose Heightened Severity Risk for Women

Women may experience more severe symptoms of cluster headaches compared to men, highlighting potential gender differences in the condition’s impact.

July 2023

Hormone Therapy Not Recommended for Postmenopausal Disease Prevention

The USPSTF advises against hormonal treatment for preventing chronic diseases in postmenopausal individuals.

July 2023

Hypertension Risk Following Pregnancy
Hypertension Risk Following Pregnancy

Approximately 1 in 10 women may develop hypertension after pregnancy, particularly those over 35 years old, smokers, or those who underwent cesarean sections.

July 2023

Homicide a Leading Cause of Death in Pregnant Wome
Homicide a Leading Cause of Death in Pregnant Women

Intimate partner violence and firearms create a lethal combination, contributing to homicide as one of the leading causes of death in pregnant women in the US, experts warn.

July 2023

Addressing Cardiovascular Disease in Both Genders
Addressing Cardiovascular Disease in Both Genders

Recognizing the gender-specific aspects of cardiovascular disease underscores the importance of implementing similar preventive strategies for both men and women.

July 2023

Maternal Diet and Childhood Obesity Risk
Maternal Diet and Childhood Obesity Risk

A mother’s consumption of ultra-processed foods correlates with an increased risk of obesity in children, highlighting the importance of maternal diet in shaping offspring health.

June 2023

High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy Raises Offspring
High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy Raises Offspring Mortality Risk

Offspring of mothers with high blood pressure during pregnancy face an increased risk of mortality from birth to early adulthood, highlighting the long-term health consequences of maternal hypertension.

June 2023