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More sex can improve women's health

Why more sex might just save your life, according to science

The study found that women who had sex less often showed higher levels of inflammation, which is linked to chronic illnesses like heart disease.

Updated Mar. 10, 2025
Importance of sleep - A mother cradling her sleeping newborn

Why moms need to prioritize sleep—and how to make it happen

A new study published in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health highlights just how important regular sleep is for our health.

Updated Nov. 28, 2024
woman's hand picking up a box of tampons from a store shelf

New data reveals the troubling reason tampons have gotten so much more expensive

“The price of a regular box of Tampax has gone up from $9 to $11.”

Updated Apr. 20, 2023
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Dad petitions schools to recognize period pain as valid excuse for absence

If you’re someone who has a period, then you already know how painful…

Updated Oct. 08, 2021

Amy Schumer perfectly nails how society brushes off women’s menstrual pain

Admitting you're in pain doesn't make you a "drama queen," she says in a new video about her endometriosis.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Dr. Fauci on the timeline for vaccinations for kids under 12 + why pregnant and breastfeeding women should get vaccinated

"We need to get rid of the false impression that it's OK for kids to get infected. It isn't," Dr. Fauci told us in an interview.

Updated Mar. 02, 2022

Only 10% of lactation consultants are Black—here’s how one brand is working to close the gap

Willow's new scholarship fund aims to help eliminate financial barriers and expand diversity in the lactation industry.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Simone Biles says she’s ‘very much pro-choice’ AND supports the foster system

The Olympics superstar is also a foster child herself, and says she believes in a person's right to choose when it comes to abortion.

Updated Oct. 01, 2022

Christina Aguilera passionately defends Britney Spears: ‘Every woman must have the right to her own body’

Christina described the details of Britney's conservatorship as "devastating" and "demeaning."

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Texas valedictorian goes off-script to shed light on her state’s abortion ban

Paxton Smith chose to use her platform to call out the Texas abortion ban, calling the legislation "de-humanizing."

Updated Oct. 16, 2021

Whitney Cummings wants to change the way we talk about vaginas

She's partnered with Annovera birth control, and we got an exclusive video interview to learn more.

Updated May. 03, 2023

Here’s what’s going on with the Johnson & Johnson vaccine

The FDA is putting a temporary pause on J&J vaccines due to a rare blood-clotting issue

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

What you need to know about the viral ‘down there’ wash from Target

Our midwife shares her pros and cons to help you decide if you want to check this out!

Updated Mar. 30, 2021

Your biggest questions about fibroids and pregnancy, answered

4. "Fibroids were found on my ultrasound—what now?"

Updated Nov. 13, 2020

The HPV vaccine is now approved for adults 27 through 45

The approval could be a game-changer for women's health.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

There’s a new way for women to take control of their health—thanks to EverlyWell 🙌

Health answers at home? EverlyWell's at-home tests make it possible.

Updated Jul. 30, 2018

Chrissy Teigen asks for advice on pregnancy headaches—and internet moms deliver

“Someone… please help. Don’t say water. Or Tylenol. Or iron. Or magnesium. I need witchcraft.”

Updated Oct. 05, 2022
What to know about the study linking birth control + breast cancer

What to know about the study linking birth control + breast cancer

The more you know, the better able you are to make the right choice for yourself.

Updated Jan. 20, 2022
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