Care in different European health systems
Everything filed under this heading in our womens health coverage, the 25 reports filed on it so far.
Mental Health Review Warns of Failing System and Overdiagnosis Risk
A government-commissioned review finds England's mental health and autism assessment system is failing young people.
Australian Abortion Pill Access Widens After Policy Change
A 2023 rule change allowing more health workers to prescribe the abortion pill MS-2 Step led to a nearly 50% increase in pharmacy stocking by...
NHS mental health trusts referred to CQC over Oxevision
Ten NHS mental health trusts have been referred to the Care Quality Commission after an internal review found failures in patient consent procedures...
Patient Navigators Boost Postpartum Care Attendance
A new study shows patient navigators dramatically improve postpartum care access and outcomes for low-income pregnant individuals.
Experts question science behind cycle-syncing workouts
Health and fitness experts caution that popular social media advice to tailor exercise to menstrual cycle phases lacks strong scientific backing.
PMOS Health Risks Extend Beyond Menopause
A 2026 review by UCSF doctors finds Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) is a lifelong condition. While some reproductive symptoms ease...
Experts Warn GLP-1 Drugs Alone Won't Solve Obesity Crisis
Public health experts argue that focusing solely on GLP-1 medications for obesity overlooks the systemic drivers of the epidemic.
Jersey Launches Pilot PMOS Screening Clinic
A pilot clinic offering annual health checks for women with Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) has launched in Jersey.
Salmonella outbreak nears 500 UK cases
UK health authorities report nearly 500 salmonella infections linked to imported eggs, with two deaths. Cases span multiple European countries, and...
NHS warns of chaos in ADHD and autism care
NHS bosses warn of chaos in ADHD and autism care as costs spiral out of control and unregulated private providers capitalise on huge demand for help.
Family Involvement in Open Dialogue Cuts Hospital Admissions
A study in The Lancet Psychiatry found that involving family and friends in Open Dialogue treatment reduced psychiatric hospital admissions by three...
Genetic Testing in Pituitary Adenomas: Consensus Statement
The Pituitary Society International Consensus Statement provides evidence-based guidance on the clinical application of genetic testing for pituitary...
NIH Launches $1.3 Million Maternal Health Research Challenge
The NIH has launched a $1.3 million maternal health research challenge to support community-based organizations serving pregnant and postpartum women...
Milken: Women’s Health Coverage Issues
A recent Milken Institute report examines how insurance coverage and reimbursement challenges limit access to women’s health innovations. The report...
Doctors Warn Vapes Harm Children's Health
Doctors warn of health risks associated with vaping in children and young people.
Midi Health Expands Beyond Menopause Care
Midi Health unveils new brand identity, expanding services beyond menopause care.
Hospitals Adapt to Abortion Bans
Hospitals in states with abortion bans have developed strategies to protect clinicians and support reproductive care.
The Doctors Who Refuse to Treat Pregnant Patients
Some doctors are refusing to treat pregnant patients, citing lack of knowledge about pregnancy, but this can create barriers to care and exacerbate...
Newborn with Severe Heart Defect at Center of Surrogacy Dispute
A California couple and their surrogate are embroiled in a legal battle over the care of a newborn with a severe heart defect, with the surrogate...
Infants Possibly Exposed to HIV via Breast Milk Donated Over Social Media
California health officials warn of the dangers of acquiring breast milk outside of vetted channels after multiple infants were potentially exposed...
Women's Health Advocates Urge Improved Pain Relief for Hysteroscopies
A woman shares her traumatic experience with hysteroscopies, highlighting the need for better pain management in the medical procedure.
Women Must Not Feel Pressured to Have 'Ideal Birth', Says New Health Secretary Yvette Cooper
The new health secretary, Yvette Cooper, has emphasized the need to address pressure on women to have a particular kind of birth experience...
The Pressure to Have an 'Ideal Birth' Can Override Women's Safety, Says Mother
A woman shares her harrowing five-day labour experience, highlighting how the push for low-intervention births can endanger mothers. She argues that...
Women's Hormones: From Suppression to Self-Understanding
The discussion around women's hormones has shifted from suppression to self-understanding, with younger generations being more literate about their...