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What are gynaecological cancers and how can you prevent them?

September is Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month, which sees charities joining together to put the spotlight on the range of cancers that start in the female reproductive system. There are five main types of gynaecological cancer – cervical, ...

01 Sept 2023 at 08:21

Lifestyle

My smear was normal but I’m still worried about symptoms – what should I do?

It’s believed cervical screening, aka smear tests, prevent more than 70% of cervical cancer deaths – and this figure would be even higher if everyone eligible attended, according to Cancer Research UK. Smear tests don’t diagnose cancer, but ...

22 Jan 2024 at 07:30

Lifestyle

When is bad period pain endometriosis?

March is Endometriosis Action Week and the theme this year is: could it be endometriosis? It’s an important question, because despite the condition affecting one in 10 women and people assigned female at birth, according to Endometriosis ...

01 Mar 2024 at 10:23

Lifestyle

Why do I keep getting thrush?

New research could pave the way for more effective treatments for thrush. Scientists looked at how Candida albicans – the yeast that usually causes thrush – produces a molecule which hunts for zinc as a food source. It’s believed this ...

07 Dec 2023 at 12:28

Lifestyle

9 gynaecological symptoms that should never be ‘normalised’

Women are enduring years of pain due to a lack of awareness surrounding reproductive conditions, which means their symptoms are often “normalised”, according to a new report. These conditions, such as endometriosis, heavy periods and ...

11 Dec 2024 at 15:29

Lifestyle

5 gynaecological symptoms never to ignore

Talking about our gynaecological health can sometimes feel awkward or embarrassing, but it is important to contact a professional if you suspect something might be wrong. This week marks the start of Gynaecological Cancer Awareness ...

02 Sept 2024 at 09:05

Lifestyle

What is HPV and should I tell my partner I have it?

HPV, the human papilloma virus, is extremely common, with Cancer Research UK suggesting that around 80% of people will experience it during their lifetime, usually without any symptoms. But in the run-up to Cervical Cancer ...

13 Jan 2025 at 08:00

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