This weekend, the WNBA ecosystem will converge on Indianapolis to celebrate the league’s standout performers. On site will be all of the WNBA’s biggest movers, shakers and stakeholders, each of whom have contributed to the league’s current period of exponential growth. Historically, Black women have been some of the biggest contributors to propel the league to its current moment, and …
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Most US pregnant women, parents of young kids don’t plan to accept all recommended kids’ vaccines CIDRAP Could Intervention in Pregnancy Boost Child Vaccine Uptake? Medscape Targeting Uncertainty: Why Pregnancy May Be the Best Time to Build Vaccine Confidence Infection Control Today Source link
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Comedian Shane Gillis made an abominable joke at the 2025 ESPY Awards that people won’t soon forget. On Wednesday, he kicked off hosting the ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles by taking aim at Black women and WNBA star Caitlin Clark. “When Caitlin Clark retires from the WNBA, she’s going to work at a Waffle House so she …
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Summary: Women are nearly twice as likely as men to develop Alzheimer’s disease, a disparity that can’t be fully explained by longevity alone. Researchers are exploring biological differences, focusing on X chromosome-linked genes and hormonal shifts like menopause. Declines in estrogen during menopause may leave the brain more vulnerable to the tau protein tangles that drive cognitive decline. Understanding these …
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Two people have been fatally shot at a church in Kentucky after a car chase that began with a gunman shooting and injuring a police officer, officials said. The suspect shot a state trooper during a traffic stop before car-jacking a vehicle and driving to Richmond Road Baptist Church in Lexington, where he opened fire at parishioners, before law enforcement …
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Kenya is reporting a surge in syphilis, while Baringo County leads in Hepatitis B infections. Approximately 1.8 per cent of the population tests positive for the disease. This is according to a new report by the National Aids and STIs Control Programme (NASCOP) and UNaids Despite the high number of infections, only a small proportion of those who test positive …
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While menstrual symptoms get a bad rap (and rightfully so), some argue that they’re no match for the onset of side effects women experience during menopause. From stubborn belly fat to relentless hot flashes to aging skin, the list of menopause symptoms goes on and on. However, not taking care of your body during this life transition can wreak serious …
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New research points to poor sleep as a cause of poor heart health in menopausal women. The study analyzed health data from about 3,000 women who participated in the Study of Women’s Health Across the Nation. Sleep ended up being the biggest predictor of having a cardiovascular disease event and dying from any cause. The underlying causes of heart disease …
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Mangoes might just be the most underrated fruit in your kitchen. Sure, they’re sweet and delicious, but their health perks go far beyond flavor. Researchers have begun to uncover some impressive benefits of this tropical fruit, particularly for women navigating the postmenopausal years. Source link
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