Women’s Health

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Risk factors for heart attack in women

Are the risk factors for a heart attack the same for women as they are for men? See what Professor David Celermajer has to say.

What are the signs of heart attack in women?

The signs of a heart attack in women are often much more subtle than in men. Professor David Celermajer explains the difference.

What is endometriosis? A brief video explainer

Endometriosis is a painful condition caused by the spread of tissue from the lining of the uterus into other parts of the body.

Hysterectomy: What are the risks of surgery?

Hysterectomy is a major operation with the usual complications of surgery. Dr Norman Swan outlines the risks.

Vaginal thrush

Itching around the vagina is commonly caused by infection with a yeast called Candida albicans and is known as vaginal thrush.

He doesn’t hit me, so why am I scared?

Feeling uneasy, tense, confused or scared may be a sign that there is something wrong with the way you are being treated in your relationship.

Domestic and family violence

Around one quarter of women in Australia have experienced at least one incident of violence by an intimate partner. Find out how to identify an abusive relationship.

Video: Blood in the urine

Blood in the urine is a symptom that must always be tested, even if it goes away. Doctors call it haematuria.

HPV vaccine a success, but more to do

Thanks to Australian innovation and comprehensive immunisation programs, we could be well on our way to eradicating cervical cancer.

Could a urine sample help screen HPV

A simple urine test, may be the future cancer screening test to detect Human Papilloma Virus HPV.

Should women control their own mammogram?

A study shows that handing over the mammogram controls to the woman being tested led to similar clinical results, but with less pain.

CAMs not a menopausal symptom remedy

Many Australian women are using complementary medicines to treat menopausal symptoms – despite there being little evidence for their effectiveness.

Bacteria and breast cancer

Given the presence of bacteria in breast tissue, researchers have started to ask whether changes in bacteria can alter breast cancer risk.

Important news for women in their childbearing years

Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia or CIN is a pre-cancerous change in the surface of the cervix that must be removed or destroyed, so where does that leave women's choices with regards to childbirth?

Can exercise help prevent ovarian cancer?

Two studies shed new light on the benefit of physical activity in potentially reducing the risk of women developing and dying from ovarian cancer.

Are heart attack symptoms different for women?

Women often have different underlying causes, complications and symptoms of heart disease than men, this article explores they differ.

Can dietary fibre reduce the risk of breast cancer?

Researchers examined the validity that increased dietary fibre intake in adolescence and early adulthood reduced a woman’s risk of breast cancer.

Ovarian cancer test (CA125)

The ovarian cancer (CA125) test is a blood test that can help in the diagnosis of ovarian cancer. Find out about its uses and limitations.

Ovarian cancer: what you need to know

Because ovarian cancer has vague, non-specific symptoms, such as bloating and nausea, it is often not detected until the cancer is advanced.

Ovarian cancer

Understanding ovarian cancer, who is at risk, the symptoms, causes and treatment options for people with ovarian cancer, their families and friends.

Designer vagina operations - men don't care

Most men are totally happy with the appearance of their female partner’s genitals, with almost all saying they would never suggest she consider labiaplasty surgery.

Thrush

Thrush is an infection with a yeast (fungus) Candida albicans, typically in the vagina or mouth.

Urinary incontinence

Urinary incontinence (bladder leakage or bladder control problems) is when you accidently leak urine or lose control of your bladder. It becomes more common with age, but isn’t a routine part of ageing.