I looked away from the nurse as she wrapped the tourniquet around my arm and prepared the needle. Then I realized that I was the only patient getting blood drawn. Everyone else was receiving intravenous chemotherapy. My neurologist referred me to this hematology-oncology practice on the off chance that my cryptogenic stroke was caused by … Read more
First lady Jill Biden plans to stop in Aurora this weekend to promote the White House Initiative on Women’s Health Research. First lady Jill Biden speaks next to Colorado Gov. Jared Polis at the Colorado Capitol on April 3, 2023, in Denver during a stop to highlight workforce training investments. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver … Read more
It’s common knowledge that cotton underwear is the best choice for the health of your nether regions. Many people, however, choose to ignore this advice for the sake of fashion and opt for knickers that are made out of lace or satin. Yet three countries, Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan, effectively banned lace panties starting back … Read more
BEIJING, April 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — NaaS Technology (NASDAQ:NAAS) , the first U.S. listed EV charging service company in China, recently announced its new status as a global member of the United Nations Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs). The company pledges to advance gender equality and women’s empowerment, supporting global sustainable development goals through its practical … Read more
There are new products on the market that are once again aimed at women’s bodies. They’re “vulva balms” with names like VMagic, Revive-A Balm and Comfy Cream, and they’re popping up in the health and beauty space with increasing regularity. But even with the fun packaging and empowering marketing messages, are products to moisturize the … Read more
Police in Japan have confirmed the arrest of four men on charges of forcibly recruiting victims into the sex industry abroad, following raids on 729 “host clubs” accused of preying on women customers, charging them exorbitant amounts and coercing them into prostitution to pay off their debts. Activists applauded the police action, but said authorities … Read more
For people who get periods, a bit of menstrual pain is, unfortunately, a normal part of life. Every month, the body releases an influx of hormones known as prostaglandins, which cause the uterus to squeeze and contract to shed its lining. The contractions can trigger throbbing cramps across your abdomen, and the wave of hormones … Read more
The couple sat on the edge of the bed in their Denver home, tightly holding hands, as the minutes slowly ticked by. A lot was riding on that moment on an early April morning. Kristina Turczyn and her wife, Mindy Taylor, had decided that this would be their last round of in vitro fertilization — … Read more
The Nigerian Army troops have killed five terrorists and rescued 78 persons held hostage by the Islamic State of West African Province (ISWAP) in the North-east region. Army spokesperson, Onyema Nwachukwu, a major general disclosed this in a statement on Saturday. He said the Combat Team (CT) of the 7 Division of the army, on … Read more
New Jersey umpire hopes to make history as first woman ever to call MLB regular-season game – CBS News Watch CBS News New Jersey native Jen Pawol has been umpiring spring training games over the past month in the Florida Grapefruit League. This season, she hopes to become the first woman ever to call a … Read more
