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The only treatment options for triple-negative breast cancer are surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. (Photo: Pixabay)

A new target for 'triple-negative' breast cancer

A team of scientists has found a new target for triple-negative breast cancer.

21 Nov 2017 4:25 AM

The reward center of the brain is much more attuned to the pleasurable effects of alcohol when estrogen levels are elevated. (Photo: Pixabay)

Boozer? High estrogen levels could be to blame

Studies indicate that gender differences in psychiatric disorders, including addiction, are influenced by estrogen

12 Nov 2017 7:59 AM

Body fat levels are typically measured via BMI, which is a ratio of weight to height. (Photo: Pixabay)

High body fat levels may up breast cancer risk: study

The study included participants who had a normal BMI (between 18.5 to 25.0) and no history of breast cancer.

27 Jan 2018 9:13 AM

$Hormone therapy reverses bone loss and helps prevent fractures. (Photo: Pixabay)$ Life

Hormone therapy may reduce stooped posture for women

Beyond its adverse aesthetic effects, hyperkyphosis is associated with the poor physical function.

21 Feb 2018 1:04 PM

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Weight effects of plant-estrogens may vary after menopause

Known as phytoestrogens, these natural compounds mimic the effects of estrogen in the body.

27 July 2018 10:04 AM

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This protein may add to breast cancer risk

Here is what a new study has found.

8 July 2018 7:19 AM

Researchers are yet to find out which hormone or combination of hormone affects asthma. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Sex hormones may affect asthma risk

Higher circulating sex hormone regulator levels associated with lower asthma risk.

3 April 2019 6:27 AM

Anxiety in women increases during midlife as a result of decreased levels of estrogen, which has a neuroprotective role. (Photo: Pixabay)

Feeling anxious? Blame your waistline

Hormone changes may be involved in the development of both anxiety and abdominal obesity.

7 March 2018 11:47 AM

The risk for cardiovascular disease is much lower in women than men until women reach the age of 50 years of age, then risk rises dramatically after menopause.

Sex hormone levels linked to heart disease in women

Having higher blood level of testosterone and higher ratio of estrogen is associated with higher risk of heart disease...

30 May 2018 2:18 AM

Depression is one of the most prevalent mental health side effects caused by the pill used by around 100 million women all over the world (Photo: AFP)

Sex hormones up cardiovascular disease risk in post-menopausal women:...

The research has been published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

29 May 2018 11:42 AM

A newly designed three-part molecule could be the one answer patients with a certain form of breast cancer. (Photo: Pixabay)

Many breast cancer patients can skip chemo, big study finds

Some study leaders consult for breast cancer drugmakers or for the company that makes the gene test.

3 Jun 2018 12:25 PM

Falling levels of the hormone estrogen around menopause can contribute to fragile, brittle bones associated with both osteoporosis and periodontal disease. (Photo: Pixabay)

Estrogen therapy after menopause reduces chance of gum disease

The hormone levels help in maintaining sturdy bones that do not break easily

30 March 2017 3:49 AM