Browsing: women’s health

New research finds men and women use separate biological systems to manage pain—men rely on opioid-based mechanisms, while women use non-opioid pathways. This could explain why opioid treatments often offer less relief for women, highlighting the potential for sex-specific pain therapies and opioid alternatives.

New diagnostic tools are being explored to address the gaps in endometriosis diagnosis. Researchers are focusing on non-invasive methods and…

What Sparks the Surge in Women’s Sexual Desire? Exploring the Libido Peak Could the secret to unlocking the peak of…

The National University of Singapore (NUS) has established the Global Centre for Asian Women’s Health (GloW).  The inauguration was held…

Explore the essential facts about Bartholin’s cysts, from causes and symptoms to treatment and prevention, in this insightful article.

Approximately 65% of breast cancer instances in the Philippines are identified in the advanced or late stages due to insufficient treatment and delayed detection. Among Filipinos, the five-year relative survival rate for breast cancer is a mere 44.4%. The Philippine Cancer Society highlighted that breast cancer is the leading cancer in terms of both new cases and fatalities, not only in the local context but also on a global scale. The statistics reveal 27,163 new cases annually, resulting in 9,906 deaths each year for both genders.

Explore the uncommon signs of stroke in women for early detection and prompt medical intervention. Read more

Explore the intricacies of safe abortions in Singapore, covering legal norms, societal views, and obtaining an abortion. Read more

Adenomyosis and endometriosis are two reproductive health conditions that are often confused with one another due to their similar symptoms. However, they are distinct conditions that require different treatment approaches. 

Vulvodynia is a chronic pain condition that affects the vulva, which is the external female genitalia. It is a poorly understood condition that is often misdiagnosed or dismissed, leaving many women struggling with pain and discomfort for years.