Women's health
The reasons that cause women to avoid sex, and the solutions
It happens to women of all ages: Pain during intercourse, urinary leaks, and uncomfortable sensations of friction. A gynecologist explains what can be done – and without invasive surgery.
'If you are breastfeeding, there is no chance you will get pregnant': How true is it?
She thought she was simply not good enough. The reason was different
First women on ultra-Orthodox party slate running for Knesset seek change - interview
From age 18 to 80: The disorder many women manage to hide
This week marks Eating Disorders Awareness Week, and it is an excellent opportunity to understand what lies behind the disorder, who is at risk – And why it is a much heavier issue than food.
Obesity, hormones, and self-image: The syndrome no one talks about
1 in 10 women of reproductive age suffer from polycystic ovary syndrome, which can cause, among other things, weight gain. Diagnosis and treatment can change the picture.
LEM laboratory marks milestone in HPV screening as Israel pushes earlier cervical cancer detection
Mor Institute Group and Clalit-affiliated lab says its HPV molecular test identifies 14 high-risk strains, with a self-sampling option expected across the country.
Women hit far harder than men by October 7 war media overload - study
Researchers looked at what happens when people absorb trauma indirectly, through constant exposure to disturbing images, videos, and stories. They call it “secondary trauma.”
Ice bath enthusiasts? The critical danger you don’t know about — and who is most exposed to it
The hottest trend of the past year exposes some of those who practice it to a real, existential danger. A physician explains who must be careful and what the early warning signs are.
It can happen even at age 30: Here’s how to know if you are approaching menopause
Many women in their thirties experience symptoms that go unexplained. Two experts explain what early menopause looks like and what you must know and do.
How sex hormones make our internal clocks 'tick'
Weizmann Institute molecular geneticist discovers what makes humans ‘tick’ and causes disruptions during menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause.
These are the reasons that cause urinary tract infections – and they are not always what you though
Many women believe public toilets or tight pants cause UTIs, but that’s a myth. So what really leads to recurrent infections, and how can they be treated without antibiotics?
Without hormones: The new treatment that is changing the rules of the game for hot flashes
A real-world study at the International Menopause Society conference shows notable improvements in hot flashes, sleep, and daily functioning with a new non-hormonal treatment.
Is pee leaking? This is what you need to do
Pelvic floor physiotherapy has become a common treatment among women, after and before childbirth. So what exactly is it and who is it highly recommended for?
