Last MileHow Travel Distance Decides if Women Get an Abortion A new study shows that many people "will not be able to overcome the distance barriers to reaching an abortion facility." By Saumya Kalia
Fertile HistoryInfertility in Women May Predict Future Risk of Heart Failure, Finds New Study "We are beginning to recognize that a woman's reproductive history tells a lot about her future risk of heart disease." By Saumya Kalia
Aborting JusticeBody Matters: Navigating Abortion in India "It was quite harrowing, [the gynac] was very rude and started preaching to me... As though I’d done something morally wrong." By The Swaddle Team
Swimming in the Wrong DirectionNew Research Links Poor Sperm Quality to Rising Air Pollution The large-scale study analyzed semen quality data of more than 30,000 men to explain a correlation between pollution and fertility. By Saumya Kalia
An Urgent ConversationHPV Vaccine Can Cut Cervical Cancer Cases by 90%, Proves Vital Study With low rate of HPV vaccine administration in India, the findings beg the question: just how invested is India in women's health? By Rohitha Naraharisetty
Abort ExclusionGovt Allows Abortion up to 24 Weeks in ‘Special’ Cases, But The Law Is Inadequate As per the MTP Act amendments, a state-level board will decide whether people seeking abortion after 24 weeks of pregnancy meet the criteria. By Rohitha Naraharisetty
Easing the PainScientists Identify Gene Associated With Late‑Stage Endometriosis Endometriosis is common and incurable, and gene-based research can shape better treatment options. By Rohitha Naraharisetty
Depressing StatisticsAlmost Half of Women In Developing Countries Feel They Can’t Say ‘No’ To Sex: U.N. Report The denial of bodily autonomy to women and girls "is nothing less than an annihilation of the spirit." By Devrupa Rakshit
Like ClockworkAll You Need To Know About Birth Control Pills If taken correctly, birth control pills are 99.7% effective at preventing pregnancies. By Devrupa Rakshit
Gold StandardAll You Need To Know About IUDs IUDs are known to be among the most effective, reversible, long-term methods of birth control. By Devrupa Rakshit
The Backup PlanAll You Need To Know About Emergency Contraceptive Pills The morning after pill is generally 75-90% effective at preventing pregnancy if taken within 72 hours of intercourse. By Devrupa Rakshit
Two Is CompanyTwins May Be More Common Today Than Ever in History: Study Increased use of fertility treatments like IVF has led twin births to skyrocket across the globe. By Aditi Murti
Early WarningResearchers Develop Test to Detect Ovarian Cancer Via Standard Pap Smear Ovarian cancer is currently difficult to diagnose because its "symptoms ... can often be confused with other ailments." By Liesl Goecker
Goodbye UteriIn India, the Average Age of Hysterectomy Is 34. Why Are Women Undergoing the Irreversible Procedure So Young? "If you’re entering menopause 10 years before you should be, what is that doing to women’s health?” By Liesl Goecker
Tissue Run AmokAll You Need To Know About Endometriosis The disorder can be extremely painful, is poorly understood, and can take years to diagnose. By Devrupa Rakshit
Her Body Her RightsTell Me More: Talking Sexual Health Misconceptions and the Politics of Women’s Health With Dr. Tanaya Narendra "The way we're taught medicine in India is very paternalistic, because we're not taught concepts like 'patient autonomy.'" By Aditi Murti
Basic Services1.3 Million Indian Women Lost Access To Birth Control, Abortions During Pandemic: NGO According to the report, 30 percent of Indian women who sought abortions said the clinic in their area was closed. By Devrupa Rakshit
Not My YoniUntrending: Please Don’t Stick a Jade Egg up Your Vagina Putting pelvic muscles under the strain of constant contraction can lead to pain, bowel strain, and even discomfort during intercourse. By Aditi Murti
