PCOS gets a bold new name — and a long-overdue reckoning
A new name for PCOS could unlock better diagnoses and long-overdue care for millions of women. For decades, the name told only part of the story — and for millions of women, that incomplete picture came at a real cost. Now, researchers and medical experts are making a historic move to correct it. PCOS, long […]
Myositis is stealing lives one muscle at a time
A rare inflammatory muscle disease is leaving patients undiagnosed for years, with consequences that go far beyond physical pain. Climbing a flight of stairs. Carrying a bag of groceries. Wrapping your arms around someone you love. For most people, these are thoughtless movements. For someone living with myositis, they can be out of […]
Why women’s heart disease symptoms are so different from men’s and how that difference is proving fatal
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women, surpassing all cancers combined, yet it remains widely perceived as primarily a male condition. That perception is not merely a cultural misunderstanding. It is a clinical reality that has shaped research priorities, diagnostic criteria, and treatment protocols in ways that have systematically disadvantaged women experiencing […]
Unlocking the secrets of endometriosis: How gut health may hold the key
Endometriosis is a debilitating condition that affects approximately 11% of women of reproductive age. It occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of it, leading to inflammation, pain, and the formation of scar tissue. The symptoms can be severe and include chronic pelvic pain, heavy menstrual bleeding, and complications with […]
Endometrial cancer detection: A call for change in screening for Black women
Endometrial cancer, the most prevalent gynecologic cancer in the United States, poses a significant health risk, particularly for Black women. Recent research published in JAMA Oncology has raised concerns about the reliability of transvaginal ultrasounds, a common imaging technique used to detect this type of cancer, specifically for Black women. Study findings: A disparity in […]
New blood test could detect Alzheimer’s disease
An innovative new blood test is being developed to help detect the signs of Alzheimer’s disease. New research has suggested that the test could actually be just as good at detecting the signs of Alzheimer’s disease as lumbar punctures. “This study is a hugely welcome step in the right direction as it shows that blood […]