Female, anxious and depressed? You're not alone. Most Australian women feel anxious on a daily basis, and many have been diagnosed with depression.
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Bacterial vaginosis
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the most common cause of abnormal discharge in women of childbearing age – even more common than thrush. BV is caused by an imbalance in the natural bacteria in the vagina.
Menstruation problems
Find out about common menstruation problems: amenorrhoea (absence of periods), dysmenorrhoea (painful periods) and menorrhagia (heavy periods).
Blueberry extract could help in cancer radiation treatment
By studying human cervical cancer cell lines, a team of researchers discovered combining blueberry extract with radiation therapy can significantly improve treatment efficacy.
Skin cancer types and treatments explained
Understanding the different types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma, melanoma and squamous cell carcinoma and treatment options.
Health checks women should have
Health checks are an important part of keeping healthy and preventing disease. Find out about the health checks women should have and when to have them.
Video: Breast cancer treatment – is chemotherapy always necessary?
A US trial known as TAILORx looks at using a new gene test to see whether chemotherapy adds any extra value to hormone treatment, in women with early breast cancer that is hormone positive and HER 2 negative who are at middling risk of recurrence.
Iron and your body
The main role of iron is in the red blood cells where it helps carry oxygen. It is also important for our immune systems, brain function and muscle strength.
Contraception: vaginal ring
The vaginal ring (brand name NuvaRing) is a type of hormonal contraception. When used properly, the vaginal ring is an effective and safe way of preventing pregnancy.
Menstrual cycle: normal
All you need to know about periods, including what's normal and what's not. Plus, see what happens inside your body during the different phases of a normal menstrual cycle.
