PCOS patients ‘could be more likely to struggle with memory problems’ – study shows People with polycystic ovary syndrome may be more likely to have memory and thinking problems in middle age, according to new research. PCOS is a hormonal disorder that is defined by irregular menstruation and elevated levels of androgens. Other symptoms may Continue Reading
Beauty influencer Jessica Pettway died aged 36 from cervical cancer after multiple incorrect medical diagnoses. The prominent beauty, fashion and lifestyle YouTube star passed away on March 11, 2024, just nine months after she was diagnosed with Stage 3 cervical cancer. The influencer broke the news of her shock diagnosis to fans on social media after Continue Reading
A doctor has shut down five myths that have been circulating online about how to balance hormones as searches for shortcuts skyrocket. In the last year, the hashtag #hormonebalancing has gained more than 21 million views on the popular video-sharing app – but you shouldn’t believe everything you see online. Dr. Emilee Wayne, Licensed Naturopathic Physician Continue Reading
Thousands of women and those assigned female at birth could have a better quality of life following the result of new research into pelvic organ prolapse. Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when pelvic organs, such as the bladder or uterus, descend and bulge into the vaginal wall due to weakened pelvic floor support. It is a Continue Reading
NHS England boss vows to eradicate cervical cancers by 2040 and urges people to attend screenings Experts have backed NHS England’s promise to eliminate cervical cancer cases by 2040 following an announcement from boss Amanda Pritchard. There are currently around 2,600 women, and those assigned female at birth, a year in England are diagnosed with Continue Reading
Woman, 24, gifting free memory boxes to parents grieving baby loss A self-less woman is offering free keep-sake parcels to families struggling with baby loss after suffering two miscarriages herself. Courtney Greener was almost five months pregnant with her son, Ezra when she was rushed to the hospital after starting to miscarry during the night. Continue Reading
I have been writing here on Cysters for over three years now… and how time flies when you’re making new friends. I’ve gotten to speak to so many of you and learn your stories but I feel like I have stayed at a distance and would like to be a friendly face for the women Continue Reading
Period Poverty is a long-standing problem in the UK. It’s been a cause for work/school absence for some time but now COVID19 is rapidly spreading and people in already low-paid job roles will be missing out on their working hours and on lower pay than usual and anyone who self-isolating won’t be able to access Continue Reading
I used to be this powerhouse of determination and self-control, but for a long time, I kind of lost all of that.
I have a fear of losing my job because of too much time off.
