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Women who drank more than one fizzy drink a day were 25 per cent less likely to become pregnant and men were 33 per cent less likely to be able to get their partner pregnant.

Can of Coke a day reduces chances of becoming pregnant by 20 per cent

Researchers found both male and female consumption of sugary drinks was associated with an average 20 per cent reduced...

20 Feb 2018 4:54 PM IST

Tamil Nadus original Pad Man with admirers at a screening.

Why not talk about 'Perfect Menstruation?'

The real 'Pad Man' of India, Arunachalam Muruganandham talks about the film Pad Man.

15 Feb 2018 12:32 AM IST

Representational Image. (Photo: AFP)

43 percent of Indian women don't have access to sanitary pads: Survey

12 Feb 2018 8:38 AM IST

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

This 'padwoman' is on mission to spread awareness on menstrual health

Vishwakarma's campaign has come into spotlight at a time when there is a buzz around the Bollywood movie 'Padman'.

4 Feb 2018 3:32 PM IST

Obese people who get bariatric surgery are less likely to require medication to control diabetes symptoms after. (Photo: Pixabay)

Higher risk of irregular periods in girls with diabetes

Menstrual irregularities can have variety of causes, including pregnancy, hormonal imbalances, infections, trauma and...

27 April 2018 8:36 AM IST

Toxic shock can occur with any tampon material and even more frequently with the menstrual cups. (Photo: Pixabay)

Organic tampons, cups no safer against toxic shock: study

Over the years, it was postulated that perhaps if tampons were made from natural materials, toxic shock would be...

21 April 2018 2:04 PM IST

The Iranian-American director is obviously ecstatic about the nomination. (Photo: image credit: Rayka Zehtabchi)

Want women and men to openly talk about menstruation'

Rayka Zehtabchi talks about her motivation behind making the film and how this nomination is an opportunity to highlight...

30 Jan 2019 12:18 AM IST

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan informs that during protests 7 police vehicles and 79 KSRTC buses have been damaged. (Photo: ANI)

Kerala Chief Minister backs out of event celebrating menstruation

Two-day program titled 'Aarpo Aarthavam' (Hurray menses) was organised by some activist groups.

14 Jan 2019 11:59 AM IST

Stills of Aarpo Arthavam curtain raiser held in November 2018.

Festival of menstruation

Kochi is hosting Aarpo Arthavam, which uses art as a tool to celebrate menstruation.

13 Jan 2019 12:30 AM IST

Rayka Zehtabchi and cameramen San Davis during the making of the documentary.

India-based documentary on menstruation wins an Oscar

A 25-minute documentary set in the rural district of Hapur in Uttar Pradesh wins an Oscar at the 91st Academy Awards.

26 Feb 2019 12:00 AM IST

More reporting has identified 70 per cent cases, while under-reported studies show as less as 30 per cent cases.

Understanding menstruation related migraines

Women suffering from MRM might experience dullness followed by mood swings and severe headaches prior to menstruation.

18 March 2019 7:34 AM IST

Menstruation is talked about only in whispers, thus any useful information spreads very slowly, social media magic not withstanding.

The myth of menstrual bliss

Age doesn't diminish the embarrassment. Or the pain. Or discomfort. You simply learn to accept.

17 March 2019 4:16 AM IST