What’s the point of sex? It’s good for your physical, social and mental health
Committing to a safe and active sex life could boost your health in 2017. pedrosimoes7/flickr , CC BY-NC Fiona Kate […]
Women health
What is normal vaginal discharge and what’s not?
From a woman’s first periods until menopause, menstrual hormones drive her vaginal discharge. Annette Shaff/Shutterstock Melissa Kang, University of Technology
How we found the gene for a rare heart disease and why it matters
Shutterstock Bongani Mayosi, University of Cape Town Heart disease is the world’s number one killer. In sub-Saharan Africa infections like
Study confirms ‘flushing’ blocked fallopian tubes can improve fertility and reduce need for IVF
Our results are an important gain for couples facing the diagnosis of infertility. from shutterstock.com Ben Mol, University of Adelaide
Increasing caesarean sections in Africa could save more mothers’ lives
Shutterstock Salome Maswime, University of the Witwatersrand and Gwinyai Masukume, University of the Witwatersrand Caesarean sections have been lifesaving procedures
Will I damage my eyes if I don’t wear sunglasses?
Sunglasses should be worn at all times when outdoors during the day when the UV index is 3 or above.
What is glaucoma, the ‘sneak thief’ of sight?
The way someone with glaucoma sees. Wikimedia Commons Jason Yosar, The University of Queensland If you’re one of the millions
What to eat and avoid during pregnancy
Many women find it difficult to strike the right balance between nutrition and safety. Sean McGrath/Flickr, CC BY Clare Collins,
Pelvic floor training in pregnancy could help prevent the need for ‘barbaric’ vaginal mesh surgery
Exercises can help women’s pelvic floor health during pregnancy and after birth. COLLATERAL/www.shutterstock.com Victoria Salmon, University of Exeter and Rachel