The wait may finally be over for millions of women. A new test which uses a saliva sample may make detecting a serious reproductive condition a much easier and less invasive process. The technique could also provide results faster, meaning earlier diagnosis as well as better treatment and care. A saliva test could be a … Read more
Aunt Flo has arrived — and this time, she’s bringing a beverage cart. Period-friendly drinks have flooded the wellness world, with brands promising their specially formulated concoctions can help take the edge off that time of the month. The Cycle, for instance, sells two canned drinks it markets as supporting hormonal health around your period, … Read more
It’s a code red — but what does it mean? Knowing what’s normal when it comes to your period can be tricky. After all, women aren’t exactly chatting about the color, consistency and smell of blood at the water cooler. But if you’re informed about what to look for, that time of the month could … Read more
A new health platform hopes to make women’s health easier to navigate — and cut down on the years it can take to get a diagnosis. “Women just keep telling us, I want answers, and I want to know what to do next. And right now, they just feel like their care is fragmented,” Xella … Read more
Susan Proctor had always considered herself a kind, good-natured woman. But somewhere in her mid-30s, she became someone she hardly recognized. “Mad mom. That’s literally how I would describe myself back then,” Proctor told The Post. Suddenly, everyday stresses were like emotional landmines — with even the smallest annoyances capable of triggering bursts of rage … Read more
Cases of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults are on the rise, with more than 15 million US adults — roughly 1 in 17 — diagnosed, according to a CDC report. As the numbers continue to steadily climb in the US, the spike has been most noticeable among women. Now, new research has shown this disorder … Read more
Aunt Flo might have met her match. For most women, “that time of the month” is more than just an inconvenience — it brings painful symptoms that are bad enough to keep many home from school, work and other plans just to recover. But before you reach for the hot water bottle and pain relievers, … Read more
Democratic lawmakers complained in late May about employers not providing paid leave for painful menstruation cycles, calling it “economic violence.” “Forcing a worker to choose between paying her rent or losing a day’s pay to recover from a grueling gynecological procedure is not a choice. It’s economic violence,” Rep. Adelita Grijalva, D-Ariz., said during a press conference on … Read more
Don’t disrupt your flow state. Periods are rarely pleasant, but there are some simple things that can make Aunt Flo’s visit worse, according to one health expert. All it takes to make that time of the month more manageable are four simple lifestyle switches. An OB-GYN shares four common mistakes women make that can make … Read more
Keke Palmer is opening up about a health battle that left her dealing with what she describes as “unbearable” and “crippling” adult acne — and a frustrating, long search for answers. “Everybody was on that glass skin and I’m over here with cracked glass,” the Emmy Award winning actress said Monday during a panel at … Read more
Turns out that little blue pill could be a boon to women, too. Erection pills do more than help men rise to the occasion, with research showing Viagra can improve the risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes as well as treat enlarged prostates. And the infamous sex pills may also provide relief for a … Read more
Talk about a bloody genius treatment. A study published in Scientific Reports has identified a promising, unconventional source for treating the more than 600 million people living with osteoarthritis. While plenty of women deal with the downsides of menstrual blood ruining underwear, there could be a benefit to the monthly cycle. Monthly period blood could … Read more
They’re putting the men in menstruation. Recently, several dudes have taken to TikTok proclaiming that a man can start a woman’s period just by lowering the register of his voice. “You’ve never made her start her period?” asks one man in a clip with nearly 6 million views. “You need to lower your tone!” A … Read more
Women have revealed the things they worry about navigating most at a festival — with bathroom, sweat, and period-related needs featuring in the top 10. In the lead-up to the first weekend of Coachella and as festival season officially gets underway, a poll of 2,000 U.S. women who have attended a music festival found excess … Read more
Dr. Sheeva Talebian is haunted by how long “we’ve conditioned women to believe that debilitating pain is normal.” It’s a “clinical failure,” she declared, and it’s a reason why symptoms of one tricky disease in particular are often unreported and misdiagnosed — sometimes until irreversible damage has already been done. The board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and third-party … Read more
Feed your phase. Lasting 12-16 days, the luteal phase — the second phase in the menstrual cycle — begins after ovulation and ends with menstruation. It corresponds to a peak in hormonal fluctuations — and for many women, a whole lot of uncomfortable symptoms, from mood changes to bloating to breakouts. But one gut health … Read more
Don’t get your panty liners in a twist. One OB-GYN is in a cramp about the overuse of panty liners when one of her patients mentioned wearing the sanitary pad every day. Calling it “panty liner abuse”, the doc took to social media to explain why this is a big no-no when it comes to … Read more
It’s one thing if your cup runneth over. It’s another if it obstructeth your organs. Last year, doctors treated a woman in her 30s who presented with occasional pain in her side and abdomen, and blood in her urine. When it wasn’t immediately clear what was behind her symptoms, they ordered a CT scan. Her … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Through history, women have tried all sorts of strange remedies to help alleviate common menstrual symptoms like mood swings, pelvic pain and sudden fatigue. Now, a new solution is here … Read more
Talk about a bloody mess. OB-GYNs are in a cramp over a viral idea that’s taken over TikTok: that you can simply “scoop out” your period to avoid the messiness that comes once a month. But docs have been quick to debunk and demystify what’s actually going on down there. A viral claim that women … Read more