Genetic mutations may be linked to infertility, early menopause

A new study identifies a specific gene's previously unknown role in fertility. When the gene is missing in fruit flies, roundworms, zebrafish and mice, the animals are infertile or lose their fertility unusually early but appear otherwise healthy. Analyzing genetic data in people, the researchers found an association between mutations in this gene and early menopause.

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Phase 1 human trials suggest breast cancer drug is safe, effective

A new type of breast cancer drug can help halt progression of disease and is not toxic, according to phase 1 clinical trials.

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Hip fracture risk linked to nanoscale bone inflexibility

New research has highlighted a preventative treatment gap in patients prone to bone fractures who are otherwise healthy.

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Researchers pinpoint hierarchy of breast cancer cells as potential cause for treatment resistance

Researchers say it can take cells in different forms or 'life stages' to cause cancer to grow and spread.

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New surgical approach for women at risk of ovarian cancer

A new two-stage surgical approach for cancer prevention is highly acceptable among premenopausal women at high risk of ovarian cancer.

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None of the most common blood pressure medications increased the risk of depression, some lowered the risk

Among the 41 most common blood pressure medications, none of them raised the risk of depression, according to an analysis from Denmark. The study also found that some high blood pressure medications lowered the risk of depression. These findings may help guide medical professionals in selecting the right hypertension medication, particularly for people with a personal or family history of depression.

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Single dose radiotherapy as good as conventional therapy for most women with early breast cancer

For most women with early breast cancer, a single dose of targeted radiotherapy during surgery is just as effective as conventional radiotherapy, which requires several visits to hospital after surgery, according to new findings.

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Single dose radiotherapy as good as conventional therapy for most women with early breast cancer

For most women with early breast cancer, a single dose of targeted radiotherapy during surgery is just as effective as conventional radiotherapy, which requires several visits to hospital after surgery, according to new findings.

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Broccoli and Brussels sprouts a cut above for blood vessel health

New research has shown some of our least favorite vegetables could be the most beneficial when it comes to preventing advanced blood vessel disease.

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High blood pressure during pregnancy may mean worse hot flashes during menopause

Women with a history of high blood pressure disorders during pregnancy are more likely to experience bothersome menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats, according to a new study.

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Half of breast cancer survivors had delays in care due to COVID-19

The results of an online questionnaire of 609 breast cancer survivors in the US suggest that nearly half of patients experienced delays in care during the early weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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New gene therapy approach eliminates at least 90% latent herpes simplex virus 1

Infectious disease researchers have used a gene editing approach to remove latent herpes simplex virus 1, or HSV-1, also known as oral herpes. In animal models, the findings show at least a 90 percent decrease in the latent virus, enough researchers expect that it will keep the infection from coming back.

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Postmenopausal women at risk for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, review suggests

A new review suggests that following menopause, women are at higher risk for developing nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), a chronic condition caused by the build-up of excess fat in the liver not caused by alcohol.

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Immunotherapy extends survival in mouse model of hard-to-treat breast cancer

Immunotherapies for cancer -- treatments that prime the immune system to attack tumors -- are valuable weapons in the anti-cancer arsenal. But some cancers are more difficult to target with this strategy than others. Today, scientists report a new immunotherapy that dramatically extends the survival of mice that have triple negative breast tumors, a difficult-to-treat form of cancer.

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Causes of higher risk of stress fractures in female runners

A pair of new studies identify overlooked physiological factors and lack of knowledge around wellness as contributors to risk of stress fracture in women who run.

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Vitamin D twice a day may keep vertigo away

Taking vitamin D and calcium twice a day may reduce your chances of getting vertigo again, according to a new study.

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New strategy against osteoporosis

An international research team has found a new approach that may be able to reduce bone loss in osteoporosis and maintain bone health.

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