Health
Normal body temperature found to vary between people
You might think you know what a normal body temperature is, but there is no such thing.
Sep 5, 2023
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News tagged with menstrual cycles
Medical research
New research sheds light on the side effects of COVID-19 vaccination
Immediately after COVID-19 vaccination, Danes experienced side effects such as malaise, fever and fatigue. Serious side effects such as facial paralysis and allergic reactions are rare, but 30% of menstruating women reported ...
Aug 29, 2023
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Diabetes
Air pollution exposure early in pregnancy increases gestational diabetes risk, study finds
Exposure to air pollution early in pregnancy—and even shortly before conception—increases a woman's risk of developing gestational diabetes, according to a new USC study out in The Lancet Regional Health—Americas.
Aug 22, 2023
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Attention deficit disorders
Q&A: How hormones and the menstrual cycle can affect women with ADHD
Have you noticed that your levels of attention may slightly change during your menstrual cycle?
Aug 17, 2023
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Medical research
Science experiments traditionally only used male mice. Here's why that's a problem for women's health
If you have ever taken a medicine, then you have benefited from research in animals. But ten years ago, if you looked at a scientific report involving mice or rats, it would probably have used only male animals.
Aug 15, 2023
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Medical research
Scientists develop synthetic extracellular matrix that supports endometrial organoids
Scientists have developed a synthetic extracellular matrix (ECM) that can support the growth of a mini endometrium in a dish for at least two weeks. The endometrium—the mucosal lining of the uterus—has been historically ...
Aug 11, 2023
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Global study finds COVID-19 disease may cause change in menstrual cycle length
A new international study finds that individuals with COVID-19 disease may experience small, temporary changes in menstrual cycle length. Researchers emphasize changes are minor and typically return to normal in next menstrual ...
Aug 11, 2023
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Menstrual discs may be best for heavy monthly blood flow
Amid widely differing capacities of available menstrual hygiene products, a menstrual disc—similar in shape to a diaphragm—may be best for dealing with heavy monthly blood flow as well as indicating excessive blood loss, ...
Aug 7, 2023
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Sports medicine & Kinesiology
For female distance runners, leaner isn't faster
The idea that a leaner body makes for a faster stride is common among distance runners. But it's inaccurate and sets a dangerous ideal, according to Megan Roche, MD, Ph.D., an ultrarunner and researcher at Stanford Medicine.
Jul 27, 2023
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Sports medicine & Kinesiology
Does a woman's menstrual cycle affect her athletic performance? Here's what the science says
During the Women's FIFA World Cup, it has been wonderful to see the spotlight turn to female athletes.
Jul 24, 2023
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