Browsing: menopause

In an era where women are living longer than ever, a significant gap in our understanding of reproductive health persists. The NUS Bia-Echo Asia Centre for Reproductive Longevity & Equality (ACRLE) at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine is pioneering research into one of the earliest ageing organs in women: the ovaries. Since its inception in 2021, ACRLE has been at the forefront of investigating how to delay ovarian ageing, which could have profound implications for women’s health worldwide.

Groundbreaking research by the Integrated Women’s Health Programme (IWHP) at the National University Hospital (NUH) and NUS Medicine has brought…

The ROSE Foundation has screened over 25,000 women in Malaysia for cervical cancer using simple, self-swab test kits in the fight against cervical cancer.

Up to 50% of women aged between 50 and 79 face the discomfort of Pelvic Organ Proplapse (POP), yet almost half remain silent due to the stigma surrounding such intimate conditions. 

A study conducted by Capstone-Intel revealed that many Filipino women lack knowledge about the health risks linked to the beginning of menopause. Menopause is a universal experience for all women, but educational resources are scarce on this subject. This is especially so in the Philippines. It is a part of the normal ageing process of women, which makes it vital to acknowledge and confront the possible health risks that might emerge during this phase of transition.

The National Sports Medical Center has set up the nation’s first women’s health clinic in an effort to tackle health issues among national female athletes.

“Second Puberty” isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a transformative phase many women encounter as they age. Read more

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.

Osteoporosis is a bone disease that affects millions of people around the world, and women are at a higher risk…

Menopause is the time in a woman’s life that indicates the end of her regular monthly menstrual cycle, it is…