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Utah nonprofit pushes for state-funded menopause resources and provider training
health-and-policy1 hour ago

Utah nonprofit pushes for state-funded menopause resources and provider training

The Policy Project, a Utah nonprofit, is urging state legislators to fund menopause care infrastructure, including a centralized resource center and provider training. Founder Emily McCormick highlights that 90% of doctors feel unprepared to treat menopause, while 59% of women in their 40s have never heard of perimenopause. The group seeks to close knowledge gaps for the 'sandwich generation' through legislative action and Utah-specific research.

via KSL.com|
#health-and-policy#healthcare-access#menopause
Contraceptive coil pain led to late-stage ovarian cancer diagnosis for Welsh woman
health1 day ago

Contraceptive coil pain led to late-stage ovarian cancer diagnosis for Welsh woman

Caroline Bailey, a 54-year-old woman from Flintshire, credits her contraceptive coil with saving her life after persistent abdominal pain led to the discovery of a 13cm ovarian tumour. Initially attributing her severe stabbing pain to the device, she sought removal but was instead referred for a CA125 blood test, which revealed elevated protein levels. Subsequent scans confirmed stage three ovarian cancer in June 2023. After chemotherapy and a six-hour surgery involving a total hysterectomy, she is now disease-free. Her experience highlights the importance of advocating for unusual symptoms, as she faced delays in being taken seriously. Bailey is now considering a double mastectomy due to gene mutations that increase breast cancer risk, and she aims to encourage other women to seek medical attention for persistent issues.

via BBC|
#contraception#genetic-testing#health
Kate Tolo’s $15,700 'Techno Tampon' Aims to Fill Gap in Female Cardiovascular Health Data
health-and-technology2 days ago

Kate Tolo’s $15,700 'Techno Tampon' Aims to Fill Gap in Female Cardiovascular Health Data

Kate Tolo, partner of longevity advocate Bryan Johnson, is using a $15,700 research-grade device to track nighttime clitoral blood flow, aiming to identify early signs of heart disease and sexual dysfunction in women. While Johnson uses a $275 wearable for similar vascular monitoring, Tolo’s setup requires a wired probe and laptop, highlighting a significant disparity in female health technology. Experts note that while the concept mirrors male erectile dysfunction testing, clinical validation for women remains lacking.

via New York Post|
#biohacking#bryan-johnson#cardiovascular-monitoring
UK MPs push for official definition of chronic UTIs to end patient neglect
health3 days ago

UK MPs push for official definition of chronic UTIs to end patient neglect

Labour MP Dr Allison Gardner is leading a cross-party parliamentary group to establish the first official medical definition for chronic urinary tract infections (UTIs) in the UK. Currently, the condition lacks a formal diagnosis, leaving an estimated 1.6 million women without clear treatment pathways. Gardner, who suffered for a decade before finding relief through private hormone replacement therapy, argues that the absence of a definition causes patients to be dismissed by doctors. An expert panel led by GP Dr Cat Anderson aims to finalize this definition by early 2027 to improve diagnosis and reduce the significant NHS costs associated with untreated infections.

via BBC|
#allison-gardner#chronic-uti#health
Study reveals women face 74% higher risk of psychosomatic misdiagnosis for autoimmune diseases
health3 days ago

Study reveals women face 74% higher risk of psychosomatic misdiagnosis for autoimmune diseases

A study published in the Lancet eClinicalMedicine finds that women with autoimmune conditions are significantly more likely than men to receive incorrect psychiatric or psychosomatic diagnoses. Women also experience substantially longer delays between symptom onset and correct diagnosis, with many waiting years for treatment. Researchers attribute these disparities to persistent historical gender biases in medicine, where women's symptoms are often dismissed as emotional or stress-related. The findings highlight the urgent need for clinicians to consider autoimmune possibilities before attributing symptoms to mental health issues.

via The Guardian|
#autoimmune-diseases#diagnostic-delays#gender-health-disparities
Silent leg condition linked to sixfold heart attack risk often missed in women
health11 days ago

Silent leg condition linked to sixfold heart attack risk often missed in women

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a widespread but frequently underdiagnosed condition where plaque buildup in leg arteries restricts blood flow, significantly increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke. While equally common in men and women, the condition is often overlooked in women due to atypical symptoms, such as fatigue or numbness rather than classic calf pain, and later onset. Early detection via a simple ankle-brachial index test and comprehensive risk management are critical to preventing severe outcomes, including limb amputation and cardiovascular events.

via New York Post|
#cardiovascular-health#diagnosis#health
Global study of 6 million people confirms women report higher pain across all body sites
health11 days ago

Global study of 6 million people confirms women report higher pain across all body sites

A massive global study published in Nature Medicine confirms that women report higher levels of pain than men across all 11 bodily sites measured. Analyzing data from over 6 million people in 118 countries, the research highlights a persistent gender pain gap, noting that women’s pain is often dismissed or undertreated despite being more prevalent. The findings suggest that pain burden peaks in mid-to-late adulthood, with specific types like headache and abdominal pain rising earlier in life, while musculoskeletal pain increases steadily with age.

via The Guardian|
#epidemiology#gender-gap#global-health
The Double-Edged Sword of Women's Strength Training Boom
health-and-wellness11 days ago

The Double-Edged Sword of Women's Strength Training Boom

A surge in women adopting strength training is driven by midlife health concerns, particularly bone density loss. While experts praise the shift away from cardio-only routines, critics warn that new 'strong' ideals often still prioritize thinness, potentially replacing one body standard with another. Sustainable habits and adequate rest are emphasized to prevent injury and disordered eating.

via CNN|
#body-image#bone-density#fitness-trends
New Hematology Guidelines Lower Thresholds to Catch Undiagnosed Iron Deficiency
health14 days ago

New Hematology Guidelines Lower Thresholds to Catch Undiagnosed Iron Deficiency

The American Society of Hematology (ASH) has released its first standardized guidelines for diagnosing iron deficiency, aiming to address widespread underdiagnosis in the U.S. The new recommendations lower the ferritin threshold for deficiency, particularly for women with heavy menstrual periods, to ensure earlier detection and treatment. Experts note that while iron deficiency affects nearly one-third of U.S. adults, it is often missed because standard blood tests do not measure ferritin levels, leading to untreated symptoms like fatigue and cognitive issues.

via NBC News|
#anemia#ash-guidelines#ferritin-levels
Why doctors are not yet routinely offering fallopian tube removal to prevent ovarian cancer
health14 days ago

Why doctors are not yet routinely offering fallopian tube removal to prevent ovarian cancer

A new wave of medical guidance and clinical trials is pushing for wider adoption of risk-reducing salpingectomy, a procedure that removes fallopian tubes to prevent ovarian cancer. While evidence suggests this surgery can cut cancer risk by nearly 80%, it remains underutilized due to a lack of routine clinical counseling and patient awareness. Recent updates from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and new trials like the SOROCk study aim to bridge this gap by offering alternatives to immediate surgical menopause.

via The Washington Post|
#brca#health#ovarian-cancer