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Our newest pillar, health, explores how your physical and mental health and the health of those around you, affects your satisfaction in life. You will discover how areas like mental health, fertility and nutrition contribute to your overall fulfillment.
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We're here because we believe in closing the gender gap in women's health, and we've gathered a group of exceptional experts to light your path. Think…
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‘Millions of women and girls suffer severe pain’ during periods – research finds
Health charity Wellbeing of Women say symptoms are normalised far too often.
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How to look after your joints, as women experience ‘significantly higher’ pain than men
Strength or resistance training can go a long way to protecting your joints.
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What is premenstrual dysphoric disorder?
Charities suggest it takes on average 12 years to be diagnosed with the disorder.
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TV’s Anna Richardson: Losing my fertility with menopause hit me like a brick wall
Richardson wants to open up conversations around fertility (Ian West/PA) The Naked Attraction presenter wants to open up the conversation around…
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Half of anxiety and depression cases in new and expectant mums are missed: 7 signs a new mum needs help
Sleep disturbance and unusual or obsessive thoughts can all be signs (Alamy/PA) The report author talks to Lisa Salmon about the warning signs to keep…
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Everything you need to know about the UK’s first womb transplant
(Womb Transplant UK/PA) The UK’s first womb transplant means that, in future, dozens of women born without a functioning organ can carry babies of their…
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