Alice Broster, Contributor

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HPV Vaccine Has Protected Thousands Of People From Cervical Cancer, According To New Study

The HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine pledged to help protect students between the ages of 12 and 13 from cervical cancer, among other cancers.

Rod Stewart Says Teaching Men About Menopause Is “A Very Good Way To Go”

“Men have got to get on with it, understand and come out the other end,” the ‘First Step’ singer said during an interview on ITV’s Loose Women.

Companies Encouraged To Improve How They Support People Experiencing Menopause

“Suddenly my manager was passing over me for projects, asking others to present work I’d contributed on, and on occasion referenced that their mothers had also begun ‘the change.’ It felt entirely unprofessional.”

Coronavirus Linked To Changes In People’s Periods & Libido, Suggests Study

Researchers in Dublin spoke to women and people who menstruate about their overall health and found that the immense stress of the pandemic may have had some surprising effects.

How Tampons Could Be Used To Diagnose Endometriosis

A healthcare company is exploring what your period blood could tell you about your overall health.

How Has Coronavirus Stress Been Linked To Changes In Periods?

Researchers have highlighted that it’s important not to disregard your menstrual health during the pandemic.

Hormone Replacement Therapies For Menopause Not Linked To Higher Risk Of Dementia, Says New Study

After previous studies linked therapies that are offered to people suffering with the symptoms of menopause to dementia, new research suggested that this may not be the case.

How Are Menstrual Cycle Changes Being Linked To The Coronavirus Vaccines?

More than 30,000 people report menstrual problems of some form, including irregular periods, missed monthly bleeds and unexpected vaginal bleeding post-vaccination.

Breast Cancer Charity Launches A Campaign To Encourage Young People To Check Their Breasts

After research suggested that young people weren’t aware as to how breast cancer could affect them, CoppaFeel! launched a campaign to raise awareness for breast cancer in 18-24-year-olds.

Coronavirus Antibodies Found In Breast Milk 10 Months After The Infection, According To New Research

According to a recent study, the breast milk of people who have had COVID-19 may contain virus-neutralizing antibodies for up to 10 months. If babies are to feed on this milk over this period then they may get the benefits of being protected too.