Well Woman

Researchers found that raising screening rates in federally qualified health centers to national goals could prevent thousands of cancers.

A study found that taking as few as 4000 steps per day on just 1 to 2 days each week significantly reduces mortality in women aged 62 years and older.

A study found that while women show faster reaction times during ovulation, regular physical activity has a greater impact on enhancing cognitive function.

Carrie B. Hruska, PhD highlights how molecular breast imaging can reveal up to 2.5 times more invasive breast cancers than mammography alone.

Women undergoing mastectomy face greater risks of emotional distress, physical symptoms, and reduced quality of life compared with breast-conserving procedures.

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A panel issued new consensus statements on hormone therapy for breast cancer survivors, highlighting when estrogen may be considered.

Lariah M. Edwards, PhD, discusses how cost, accessibility, and inadequate policies limit women’s ability to reduce harmful chemical exposures.

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A large study shows that an AI algorithm analyzing routine mammograms can match leading cardiovascular risk models.

A trial found that avoiding risky ingredients lowered urinary chemical concentrations, indicating a need for stronger labeling.

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New research reveals rising non-adherence to cervical cancer screening and declining HPV vaccine awareness since the pandemic.

A study found that more than half of heart attacks in women aged under 65 years stem from factors beyond clogged arteries.

New research shows oral HRT increases cardiovascular risks in women with type 2 diabetes, while transdermal HRT appears to be safer.

Recent work presented at the 2025 annual meeting of American Society of Bone & Mineral Research found that romosozumab significantly outperformed teriparatide and denosumab in improving hip and spine bone strength.

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Biennial HPV testing and higher vaccination rates could help South Korea eliminate cervical cancer up to a decade earlier than with current policy.

An expert statement updates fracture prevention strategies for postmenopausal women with breast cancer receiving aromatase inhibitor therapy.

A new study finds women with pregnancy complications such as preeclampsia or preterm birth face significantly increased stroke risk at a younger age.

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Counties with persistently low cervical cancer screening rates have nearly double the rates of late-stage diagnoses and mortality, study finds.

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.