Tag: women-health

Why women don’t leave violent partners

Any physical, sexual, emotional abuse, and/or controlling behaviours perpetuated by a person over an intimate partner is considered intimate partner violence

May 20, 2019

Get gorgeous

Q I am 58-years-old and find that however much I try to lose weight I just cannot. I am gaining most weight around my waist and tummy area. Please tell me why this is happening and what I should do to control it. I am very careful about what I eat but even this does …

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August 26, 2018

Breastfeeding may reduce hypertension risk

Long-term breastfeeding is associated with reduced children's allergies, celiac disease, obesity, and diabetes mellitus.

January 30, 2018

Is CBFC giving partial judgment on ‘Phullu’ over ‘PadMan’?

Director of Phullu movie Abhishek Saxena has rejected the claims made by Twinkle Khanna and Akshay Kumar about PadMan movie being the first to discuss menstrual hygiene and health. Abhishek Saxena claimed that his movie Phullu was the first, that talked about periods and menstrual hygiene. He registered it in 2015 and already had the censor certificate as well. He further …

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January 24, 2018

Breastfeeding secrets every mom should know

Breastfeeding seems to be a most natural process, but to some, it may be a challenge. Be patient and feed often.

January 24, 2018

One-third women avoid smear tests due to embarrassment

Cervical cancer weighs more than your embarrassment, stop feeling shame and run to your doctor now if you see symptoms.

January 23, 2018

Screening all women for cancer genes may be cost effective  

Screening all women over 30 years age for breast and ovarian cancer gene mutations can be cost effective.

January 22, 2018