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Underweight women may want to consider discussing the potential implications of these findings with their doctors (Photo: AFP)

Underweight women may be at greater risk of early menopause

Up to 10 per cent of women experience early menopause and it is associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease.

26 Oct 2017 3:00 PM GMT

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Adequate calcium cuts risk of osteoporosis after menopause

It is uncertain whether excessive intake can cause harm.

13 Oct 2017 8:28 AM GMT

With over 850 million women entering or having already entered menopause, this is a problem that needs to be addressed immediately. (Photo: Pixabay)

Women more susceptible to Alzheimer's because of menopause: Study

With over 850 million women entering or having already entered menopause, this is a problem that needs to be addressed...

12 Oct 2017 9:49 AM GMT

The Australian toddler is also extremely body conscious due to her difference in size to her classmates, who cannot understand the severity of Dovers condition. (Representational Image/ Pixabay)

Girl who grew breasts at two will soon exhibit signs of menopause

Youngster has grown pubic hair, breasts and suffers from acne and body odour.

11 Oct 2017 5:14 AM GMT

The risk increases after women go through menopause. (Photo: Pixabay)

Menopause complaints in women peak in early 50s, says study

Women go through menopause when they stop menstruating, which typically happens between ages 45 and 55.

10 Nov 2017 3:23 AM GMT

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Severe hot flashes may increase risk of sleep disorder in women

Sleep disruption is a common complaint at menopause.

3 Nov 2017 4:25 AM GMT

Gynaecologists continue to highlight harmful effects of products and trends claiming to cleanse the vagina (Photo: Pixabay)

Here are 5 sexual health tips every woman needs to know

There are many signs and symptoms related to periods, menopause or sex that many women are just not aware of.

30 Nov 2018 5:21 AM GMT

The perimenopause stage is characterised by a sharp decline in oestrogen levels.

Going through menopause? Take care of your heart health

Research notes only 1.7 per cent of study population adhered to three components of "Healthy Lifestyle Score" throughout...

29 Nov 2018 8:18 AM GMT

Sleep or wakefulness disorder - ranging from insomnia to narcolepsy - can predispose people to chronic diseases including diabetes, obesity and depression. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study says surgical menopause increases risk of insomnia

Surgical menopause is often accompanied by more psychological and physical difficulties.

15 Nov 2018 4:08 AM GMT

Women breastfeeding more children and for longer duration was linked to lower risk of hypertension in postmenopausal women. (Photo: Pixabay)

Breastfeeding cuts mother's hypertension risk

Oxytocin release stimulated by breastfeeding may be associated with the decreased risk of these diseases.

30 Jan 2018 10:03 AM GMT

Lack of physical activity among people leads to other health complications such as arthritis. (Photo: Pixabay)

Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms worsens in menopausal women, says study

Physical function is an important aspect of study in patients with rheumatoid arthritis as it impacts their quality of...

29 Jan 2018 2:40 AM GMT

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 GMT