Browsing: Women’s Health

Eating the placenta is becoming a trend. Are there actual health benefits? Read more to know if there are medical explanations behind it

As we age, our bodies undergo various hormonal changes that can significantly affect our health and well-being.  For women, menopause is a major life transition marked by declining levels of oestrogen and progesterone, leading to a range of symptoms like hot flushes, night sweats, and mood swings. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has emerged as a popular treatment to alleviate these symptoms, but is it the right choice for everyone? In this article, we’ll explore the benefits and risks of HRT, focusing on its use in Asia.

Gender bias in denotes the systematic disparities in the treatment, diagnosis, and care of women. Here are 5 strategies to combat this.

Dive deep into the world of women’s sexual health. Explore common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and learn about their prevention.…

Achieving hormonal balance is essential for health and vitality. We provide insights and strategies for achieving hormonal equilibrium.

Hypogonadism, a condition that often flies under the radar, affects a significant number of people in Asia. It occurs when the body fails to produce enough sex hormones, leading to a variety of health issues. 

In a medical breakthrough, doctors in Boston have successfully performed pioneering in-utero brain surgery, treating a rare condition known as vein of Galen malformation (VOGM). This remarkable achievement marks the first instance of in-utero surgery being performed to treat this specific condition, shedding light on the potential of fetal surgeries to save lives and prevent postnatal complications.

Music-based intervention programme proved beneficial for elective Caesarean patients at KKH in reducing anxiety. Read more

Breast cancer screening guidelines recommend women start screenings at age 40, following the long-standing practice in Asia. Read more

World Ovarian Cancer Day is a global initiative to raise awareness about ovarian cancer, a disease affecting millions of women…