Women’s Health & Gynaecology
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Breast treatment risk to heart "small"
Women who receive radiotherapy for breast cancer face an increased risk of developing heart disease – but it is small, researchers reported last night. Read more
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Europe getting healthier – for most
Life expectancy in Europe now stands at 76 – but this conceals big differences between men and women, a major report says today. Read more
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No body fat benefit of breastfeeding
Children who are breastfed for long periods in infancy do not gain benefits by being less overweight or obese than others, researchers say today. Read more
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Aspirin helps prevent skin cancer
Women who take regular doses of aspirin seem to enjoy some protection against skin cancer, researchers revealed yesterday. Read more
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Women’s health key to international day
It may be International Women’s Day today (8 March) – celebrating the achievements of women worldwide – but two studies have found they are more prone to heart disease and are not happier, despite living longer. Read more
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Brain pacemaker for anorexia
People suffering from severe anorexia could be treated with a brain "pacemaker", doctors report today. Read more
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Awareness week seeks to aid women
Gynaecologists have backed efforts to raise awareness of the effects of endometriosis on women. Read more
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Exercise may not prevent early breast cancer
Physical exercise may not protect against the development of breast cancer – but may help prevent its spread, according to a major European study. Read more
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Fertility treatment age extended
Women should be able to get fertility treatment up to the age of 42 on the British NHS, according to guidelines published today. Read more
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New pregnancy coffee warning
Chocolate and cola may be off the menu for pregnant women – as well as coffee – following the findings of Scandinavian research revealed today. Read more