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Female astronauts have been in to space, but far more men have been sent into orbit than women.

First person on Mars should be a woman, says NASA's chief astronaut trainer

According to Allison McIntyre, a senior NASA engineer at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, a dozen men have already walked on the moon.

18 Apr 2018 11:02 AM

Burke, who founded the MeToo movement 12 years ago and runs it out of the Brooklyn, New York, offices of Girls for Gender Equity. (Photo: AP)

Desperate to change MeToo movement narrative before it's too late: Tarana Burke

MeToo founder says it is wrong to think of current cultural reckoning as a moment, says it is a movement, which moments make up.

14 Apr 2018 1:50 PM

If you're really concerned about your longevity, don't have more than a drink a day. (Photo: Pixabay)

When to say when: Study says limit alcohol to 1 drink a day

Women are hit by the effects of alcohol at lower amounts than men.

13 Apr 2018 4:17 PM

For subtlety, one should choose soft musk notes with a touch of creamy sandalwood. For an air of mystery, choose notes of oriental amber and incense with a touch of spice. (Photo: Pixabay)

Women, find out the scents which help seduce men

While perfumes not only help boost confidence for seduction, the right kind of set can increase passion

13 Apr 2018 9:56 AM

Menopause is defined as the age at last menstrual cycle. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study finds women who enter menopause late in life less likely to get dementia

Study found that those who entered menopause naturally, but later than average, fared better in ‘verbal memory’ tests.

12 Apr 2018 11:40 AM

The tilted posture or the misbalance and misalignment displaces the uterus from its physiological anteverted or retroverted position. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study shows high heels linked to uterine issues in girls

If heel size is over 5 inches, it forces body to adopt unnatural postures that prevent girls from conceiving.

11 Apr 2018 6:47 PM

Although eggs tend to be a staple in a lot of kitchens, this simple superfood is often overlooked. They are full of protein, B vitamins and good fats.

5 ingredients all busy women should have in their pantry

On days when time is of the essence, a well-stocked pantry can help keep you on track to maintaining your health goals.

09 Apr 2018 5:43 PM

From vaginal shrinking to losing sex drive, here’s what experts say. (Photo: AFP)

Women, find out what happens if you stop having sex

According to Dr Mansberg, when women stop having sex it is possible for their vagina to shrink and it can get worse at lubricating itself.

07 Apr 2018 1:13 PM

The right to give birth or postpone a pregnancy is entirely an individual's choice. (Photo: Pixabay)

Is biological clock in women a myth or reality?

In this era of increasing urbanisation and women embarking on careers, planning a family has taken a backseat

05 Apr 2018 8:08 PM

Findings suggested that women, who see their sexual desire as variable and rate themselves as likely to have problems with it, are less likely to behave negatively by ignoring or avoiding the sexual problem. (Photo: AFP)

Find out what helps women cope better with low libido

Women who believe their sex drive will change over time are better able to handle difficulties with sexual desire.

05 Apr 2018 7:48 PM

Apple said 30 per cent of its workforce in the UK was represented by women, with the number having risen from 28 per cent in 2014.

Apple reveals gender pay gap at UK operations

The iPhone maker said the gender pay gap was due to more men in senior positions than women which led to higher pay.

04 Apr 2018 3:18 PM

Each 10 mmHg increase in diastolic blood pressure - the “bottom” number - was associated with an 18 percent greater chance of miscarriage even when women didn’t have hypertension before conception. (Photo: Pixabay)

Even a little increase in blood pressure before pregnancy tied to miscarriage risk

Study highlights importance of addressing high blood pressure among young women, both for cardiovascular and reproductive health

03 Apr 2018 8:27 AM

There are few recreational activities for women in the densely-populated enclave of two million people, which is under a blockade imposed by Israel and Egypt.

First women's yoga training center opens doors in Gaza

The Gaza Strip, which is dominated by the Islamist Hamas faction, has experienced three wars with neighboring Israel in the past 11 years.

29 Mar 2018 12:08 PM

Young women with endometriosis who want to conceive may require specialized treatments like IUI or IVF. (Photo: Pixabay)

All you need to know about Endometriosis

You can also go for natural treatments to treat endometriosis, such as adopting healthier eating habits.

27 Mar 2018 6:03 PM

The researchers are going to undertake a study on the ways in which ageing is conceptualised through In-Vitro Fertilisation. (Photo: Pixabay)

IIT students to conduct study on reframing biological clock

Project has been sanctioned funding of Rs 25 lakh under Wellcome UK Small Projects Grant.

27 Mar 2018 4:13 PM

Afghanistan's general literacy rate is one of the lowest in the world - just 36 per cent, according to official figures. (Photo: AFP)

Afghan mum cradling baby during university exam goes viral

Ahmadi appears a little bemused by the attention triggered by the photo of her cradling baby Khizran during the exam last month.

26 Mar 2018 11:07 AM

Counselling of the patient and family members is very important from the start to prepare them for the forthcoming events. (Photo: Pixabay)

World TB Day - Effects on adults and children

TB in children is a critical issue and it continues to be neglected.

24 Mar 2018 3:46 PM

Costly menopause vaginal treatments no better than placebo

For now, women and their doctors should opt for the cheapest moisturizer available over the counter.

24 Mar 2018 1:53 PM

Relatives braid the hair of an Indian woman suffering from tuberculosis, admitted at the Lal Bahadur Shastri Government Hospital at Ram Nagar in Varanasi, India, Tuesday, March 13, 2018. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday launched a campaign to fast-track the India's response to tuberculosis, which is now the world's leading infectious killer. (Photo: AP)

World Tuberculosis Day: One in 10 Indian women affected by TB

Usually the TB bacteria affects the lungs, and if left unnoticed, it can also spread throughout the body and cause secondary infections.

24 Mar 2018 8:52 AM

Indian rural women often late in seeking breast cancer care

It's urgent to have a national breast cancer program in India, while at the local level, awareness needs to be raised about breast cancer.

23 Mar 2018 1:32 PM

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