Rethinking BV: The role of Male Partners
Aileen Norton Aileen Norton

Rethinking BV: The role of Male Partners

A groundbreaking study published in The New England Journal of Medicine has revealed that treating male partners of women with bacterial vaginosis (BV) can significantly reduce the condition's recurrence. The findings challenge conventional treatment approaches, suggesting that BV may be more sexually transmissible than previously thought.

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Endometriosis: The Research Landscape
Aileen Norton Aileen Norton

Endometriosis: The Research Landscape

It can take 7-10 years on average to receive an endometriosis diagnosis. By then, the condition has often progressed, and treatment options remain limited. For the 1 in 10 individuals living with endometriosis, the journey to diagnosis is long and frustrating, filled with misdiagnoses, dismissals, and ineffective treatments. But emerging research may finally be shedding light on this complex disease, offering hope for earlier detection and better care.

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Heart Disease in Women: An Overlooked Epidemic
Aileen Norton Aileen Norton

Heart Disease in Women: An Overlooked Epidemic

Historically, cardiovascular disease research and treatment guidelines have been based on studies conducted mostly on men, by men, leading to a widespread knowledge gap in how heart disease affects women. As a result, the medical system has often overlooked or misinterpreted women’s symptoms. 

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The Science of Pleasure
Aileen Norton Aileen Norton

The Science of Pleasure

Sexual health is an essential part of overall health, yet it’s often overlooked in discussions about wellness. Sexual wellness, whether through self-pleasure or intimacy with partners, has real benefits for both the body and mind.

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Data Privacy: Period Tracking Apps
Aileen Norton Aileen Norton

Data Privacy: Period Tracking Apps

In today’s digital world, period racking apps have become a staple for many individuals seeking to monitor their reproductive health. These apps help track ovulation, fertility windows, and menstrual cycles with unparalleled precision. However, as technology evolves, so do concerns about data privacy.

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Reproductive Rights in the US Post-Election
Aileen Norton Aileen Norton

Reproductive Rights in the US Post-Election

In the most recent election cycle, ten states — Arizona, Nevada, Montana, Colorado, South Dakota, Nebraska, Missouri, New York, Maryland, and Florida — brought abortion rights initiatives to the ballot. Seven of the ten states voted in favor of protecting abortion.

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