The Health and Well-Being Collection features insights about menopause, mental health, beauty, clinical care and other areas.
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The menopausal transition involves hormonal changes, particularly a decline in estrogen, leading to symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings. Rece...
A study published this summer in Environment International reveals that all tampons tested in the research were contaminated with heavy metals like...
An interesting 2024 study by Delta Dental uncovered a stunning revelation: a staggering 84% of women aged 50 and above remain unaware of the impact of menopause on their oral health. However, despite 70% of women over 50 encountering oral health symptoms due to menopause, only a small percentage have engaged their dentists about these concerns.
In 2023, Oura, which has developed a wearable device measuring an array of biometrics, launched the Daytime Stress Feature. This is a framework that uses sensors on the device to measure daytime heart rate variability (HRV), heart rate, temperature trends, and accelerometer data and associate measurements with stress levels.
Women’s health is a complex landscape where mortality rates are lower compared to men, but the burden of disability and unhealthy years is significantly higher. The gender gap in disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) is striking, particularly for conditions such as low back pain, depressive disorders, and headache disorders, which disproportionately affect women globally.
Insights from recent studies have highlighted a crucial link between the age at which menopause occurs and a woman’s lifespan. Premature or early menopause has been associated with a heightened risk of all-cause mortality and reduced longevity, independent of other factors such as smoking, weight, and childbearing.
Research highlights the presence of harmful “forever chemicals” and heavy metals in menstrual and incontinence products, raising safety concerns. This has spurred a global focus on menstrual hygiene management, with efforts from governments and NGOs. The feminine hygiene market is shifting towards sustainability, emphasizing eco-friendly and reusable products. Additionally, the significant gender gap in healthcare research funding calls for increased investment in women’s health, particularly in period care. There is a crucial need for innovative and sustainable solutions to enhance women’s health and address safety issues in feminine hygiene products.
The gender health data gap — the vast differences in the quality and quantity of health data collected from men and women — is real and life-threatening. Watch this video for insights about the scope of this problem and efforts to address it.
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