Home-testing kits now available for women who have missed cervical screening.
The NHS is making a significant leap forward in cervical cancer prevention with the introduction of home-testing kits, offering a vital lifeline to women who may have previously missed their…
‘Doctors said I was ‘too young’ to have endometriosis’
The first time I experienced this level of agony, I was barely thirteen. My mother, concerned, rushed me to the emergency room. Doctors, after a cursory examination and a shrug,…
Doctors wrongly said I was too young to have endometriosis at 13
The pervasive and often dismissed reality of endometriosis in adolescents is starkly illuminated by the experience of 13-year-old Grace, whose journey to diagnosis was fraught with disbelief from medical professionals.…
Make a Difference Awards NI: Belfast ‘hidden gem’ among finalists
The ‘hidden gem’ offering a place to grow, connect and heal. Annadale Community Centre’s grounds, once a neglected strip of grass, have been transformed into a vibrant, flourishing garden over…
Wellness habits you can start today – at no (or little) cost
Wellness has become a bit of a buzzword – and one that often comes with a hefty price tag. Luxury spa days, floating sound baths in five-star hotels, retreats costing…
What is postpartum psychosis at the centre of Lindsay Clancy trial?
Postpartum psychosis (PPP) is a rare but extremely serious mental health emergency that can affect women after childbirth. It is characterized by a sudden and severe onset of symptoms, typically…
Salmonella outbreak: What we know so far
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has officially declared a national outbreak of Salmonella food poisoning, a serious public health concern that has tragically resulted in at least one fatality…
Vaccine breakthrough stops cancer returning in trial
A groundbreaking personalised cancer vaccine, developed through a powerful collaboration between pharmaceutical giants Merck and Moderna, has demonstrated a remarkable ability to prevent the recurrence of high-risk melanoma in patients…
Gen Z women are teaching their mums about cycle syncing and periods
In a significant shift of intergenerational knowledge transfer, a growing number of Gen Z women are becoming the educators in their families, specifically regarding menstrual health, period management, and the…
Men are turning to penis fillers, but are they safe?
What’s driving men to get penis fillers, despite the risks? The pursuit of enhanced masculinity and a perceived shift in societal beauty standards are compelling an increasing number of men…
















