- PCOSNew research
Study explores what helps women with PCOS make lasting health changes
Researchers explored how women with PCOS adopt and maintain healthy eating and physical activity. They found change is not a straight path, with factors that can support progress or lead to disengagement.
Medical Xpress · 24 September 2026Read more - MenopauseNew research
Study explores the link between HRT use and fewer dementia diagnoses
Women who had used HRT were less likely to receive a dementia diagnosis during follow-up. The study does not establish that HRT caused the difference.
Medical Xpress · 24 September 2026Read more - MenopauseEarly findings
Researchers test a more targeted alternative to conventional menopause therapy
Researchers activated one type of oestrogen receptor in cells rather than replacing oestrogen. The approach showed metabolic benefits without stimulating reproductive tissue growth, but remains experimental.
Medical Xpress · 24 September 2026Read more - Gynaecological cancersNew research
Urine and vaginal fluid test could reduce invasive uterine cancer checks
A new test could help rule out uterine and other cancers in most women with bleeding after menopause. Researchers say it could reduce the need for invasive hospital tests.
Medical Xpress · 23 September 2026Read more - FertilityNew research
Reassuring birth outcomes for single mothers using assisted conception
A UCL-led study found similar birth outcomes for babies born to single mothers using medically assisted reproduction and those born to partnered mothers who conceived naturally.
Medical Xpress · 23 September 2026Read more - EndometriosisNew research
Adelaide-led AI tool shows promise for faster endometriosis diagnosis
Researchers found that EndoFusion could accurately identify two major signs of advanced endometriosis in pelvic scans in just 18 milliseconds. The tool is part of an ongoing Adelaide University-led study.
Medical Xpress · 21 September 2026Read more - Sexual healthNew research
Review finds mifepristone more effective than some emergency contraceptive pills
A review involving 87 trials found that emergency contraception containing mifepristone prevented more pregnancies with fewer side effects than some other common pills, including levonorgestrel.
Medical Xpress · 21 September 2026Read more - EndometriosisWhat's changing
New Endometriosis Management Plan puts women at the centre
A new Endometriosis Management Plan puts women at the centre of managing the condition.
Jean Hailes · 17 September 2026Read more
A single study rarely changes care on its own. Bring anything interesting to your next GP visit.