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A major challenge study finds top-performing AI models can detect breast cancer on screening mammograms with accuracy comparable to experienced radiologists.

A large Brazilian study finds that early or late menarche may predict long-term cardiometabolic and reproductive health risks in women.

A recent study found that unopposed estrogen therapy reduces young-onset breast cancer risk, while combined estrogen-progestin therapy increases it.

A major study of over 2 million women reveals that common pregnancy complications significantly increase the risk of stroke decades later.

Eliminating a modest out-of-pocket cost significantly increased digital breast tomosynthesis use and reduced disparities across racial, ethnic, and language groups.

A new study finds women with postpartum hemorrhage face significantly higher odds of cardiovascular disease and thromboembolism for up to 15 years after childbirth.

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A new study reveals rising breast cancer rates among minority women aged 65 to 74 years, highlighting the need for targeted screening and intervention strategies.

Oral sulopenem (ORLYNVAH; Iterum Therapeutics) was non-inferior to amoxicillin/clavulanate for treating uUTIs in women, per the phase 3 REASSURE trial.

New research shows women receiving Medicaid and support services are significantly more likely to receive treatment for opioid and drug use disorders.

Researchers developed a CRISPR-Select assay to classify BRCA gene variants, improving early breast and ovarian cancer detection.

A large study finds that women working night or irregular shifts face significantly higher odds of moderate to severe asthma, unlike their male counterparts.

A recent study found that women with colorectal cancer face an increased long-term risk of pain during sex, early menopause, and pelvic disease.

Patients with non-English language preference face significant delays in definitive breast cancer surgery, according to new research.

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A phase 3 trial shows elinzanetant effectively reduces hot flashes and improves quality of life in patients undergoing hormone therapy for hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer.

A new study shows that a self-collected cervical cancer screening device is highly accurate, easy to use, and preferred over clinician collection.

A new study suggests long-term use of estrogen-based hormone therapy may offer cardiovascular benefits for postmenopausal women.

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The potential shutdown of the 30-year Women’s Health Initiative threatens critical research on aging, disease prevention, and postmenopausal women’s health.

New research reveals a significant link between urinary incontinence and increased cardiovascular disease risk, even without reduced physical activity.

A new University of Sydney study reveals a strong connection between poor oral health and higher rates of migraines, body pain, and abdominal pain in women.

A new study found that older women experiencing persistent or changing social isolation are at higher risk of unhealthy eating habits.

A new survey highlights gender differences in knowledge and attitudes toward GLP-1/GIP receptor agonists.

A new study found that routine mammography significantly reduces late-stage diagnoses and mortality in women aged 70 years and older.

A new study finds that Black women living in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods face significantly higher breast cancer mortality rates.

Women with prior pre-eclampsia develop cardiovascular (CV) risk factors nearly a decade earlier, prompting calls for earlier and regular CV screening.

A new study from Intermountain Health reveals that while disparities in heart disease outcomes between men and women are shrinking, women still face unique risks and challenges in diagnosis and treatment.

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A new study found that diet, exercise, and other health factors have a greater impact on heart disease risk in women than in men, highlighting the need for gender-specific prevention strategies.