The Gender Disparity in CPR: A Call for Inclusive Training
The Gender Disparity in CPR: A Call for Inclusive Training In recent years, a disturbing trend has emerged in the realm of emergency medical response: women and individuals with breasts are significantly less likely to receive cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) during cardiac arrest situations compared to their male counterparts. This gender disparity in life-saving intervention has […]
Bridging the Gender Health Gap: The Transformative Role of Emerging Trends and Femtech
Bridging the Gender Health Gap: The Transformative Role of Emerging Trends and Femtech In recent years, the conversation around women’s health has gained significant traction, highlighting a longstanding gap in healthcare research and clinical practice. This disparity, often referred to as the ‘gender health gap,’ is not merely a women’s issue but a societal one […]
Understanding and Addressing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Overview
Understanding and Addressing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Overview Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal disorder that significantly impacts women of reproductive age across the globe. Despite its prevalence, PCOS has historically been underdiagnosed, understudied, and underfunded, leaving millions of women without adequate understanding or treatment options. Recent years, however, have seen a […]
The Unspoken Struggles of Menopause: A Call for Better Understanding and Care
The Unspoken Struggles of Menopause: A Call for Better Understanding and Care Menopause, a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years, is often accompanied by a myriad of symptoms such as palpitations, hot flashes, and dizziness. Despite the prevalence and impact of these symptoms, a significant number of women feel […]
The Silent Impact: How Earthquakes Disrupt Women’s Menstrual Health
The Silent Impact: How Earthquakes Disrupt Women’s Menstrual Health Natural disasters are often discussed in terms of their immediate, visible impact—collapsed buildings, disrupted infrastructure, and the tragic loss of life. However, the less visible, long-term effects on individuals’ health can be equally devastating. A recent study published in the journal Brain and Behavior sheds light […]
Quest Diagnostics Study Reveals Pregnant Women Are Undertested for STIs, Raising Concerns for Maternal and Newborn Health
Quest Diagnostics Study Reveals Pregnant Women Are Undertested for STIs, Raising Concerns for Maternal and Newborn Health A recent study conducted by Quest Diagnostics in collaboration with the University of Alabama has unveiled significant gaps in the testing and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among pregnant women in the United States. This extensive study, […]
How Medical Research is Failing Women: A Deep Dive into Gender Bias and Its Consequences
How Medical Research is Failing Women: A Deep Dive into Gender Bias and Its Consequences Medical research has long been a cornerstone of advancements in healthcare, but it has also been plagued by significant biases that have profound implications for women. Kate Womersley, a former medical student at Cambridge University, was confronted with this reality […]