WOMEN

This study tested whether a probiotic called Lactobacillus gasseri can help overweight women manage their weight and balance sex hormones. 110 women took part. The main focus was on changes in belly fat and estrogen levels. Results may offer a natural way to support weight contro…

This study looked at whether coloring mandalas (circular patterns) can help women ages 40-65 with menopause symptoms like hot flashes, low self-esteem, and sexual concerns. 70 women were split into two groups: one colored mandalas for 30 minutes once a week for 4 weeks, and the o…

This study tested whether laughter therapy can improve brain fog, psychological well-being, and sleep quality in women going through menopause. 97 women who had entered menopause naturally within the last 3 years took part. The intervention group did 8 sessions of laughter yoga o…

This study tested a new online group counseling program called AMOR for pregnant women and new mothers with ADHD. 31 participants listened to podcasts and attended online sessions to see if the program was easy to use and helpful. The goal was to reduce ADHD symptoms, stress, anx…

This study tested whether offering small cash rewards ($25-$40) encourages more HIV testing among African American, Latina, and low-income women who face barriers to testing. Over 300 women from community organizations (like homeless shelters and domestic violence agencies) were …

This study looked at whether a special breathing exercise (diaphragm-focused inspiratory muscle training) could improve lung function, attention, anxiety, and motivation in healthy female athletes. 28 women who had been active in sports for at least 5 years took part. Some did th…

This study looked at whether a mobile app that teaches about HPV and breast cancer can help women understand HPV better and have more positive feelings about getting screened for breast cancer. Seventy women aged 30-65 used the app and filled out surveys before and after the prog…

This study tested a new screening tool that lets women choose which health topics to discuss before pregnancy, aiming to make preconception care easier in busy family clinics. Researchers compared two versions of the tool in 286 women of childbearing age to see which one better i…

This study looked at 180 Asian women having lung surgery with a special breathing tube that lets one lung rest. Doctors wanted to see if using a tube one size smaller than usual would speed up placement without causing more breathing problems. The main goal was to measure how lon…