Violence against women and children is deeply connected. Three ways to break the patterns
Studies have shown that children exposed to violence in the home are more likely to normalise violence as a method of conflict resolution.
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Transgender athletes could be banned from all women’s events at Olympics
“Protecting the female category and female sports is paramount…”
Why more women are turning to testosterone therapy despite FDA concerns
An increasing number of women are using testosterone treatments to address low libido and energy, despite the hormone lacking FDA approval for female use.
Women may gain greater heart benefits from exercise than men
A new study suggests women gain greater heart health benefits from exercise than men, even with less physical activity.
Lagos loses five female council officials in two months
Adebimpe Akintola’s death brings to five the number of female Lagos council officials who have died in just two months.
Lagos records fifth female council official’s death in two months
The death of Mrs Adebimpe Akintola, Council Manager of Coker Aguda LCDA, marks the fifth female council official to die in Lagos within two months.
Afghan refugee women’s team to play first official matches in UAE
FIFA has confirmed that Afghanistan’s refugee women’s team will play its first competitive matches in October at a four-nation tournament in Dubai.
Toxins, tech and tumors: Is modern life fueling rise of cancer?
Women are disproportionately affected, with cancer rates 83% higher than men in the same age group.
African governments accused of aiding Russian recruitment of women for arms factories
A new report alleges African governments played a role in sending young women to Russian military-industrial zones.
Severe menstrual pain may signal endometriosis, experts warn
Experts in Lagos have urged awareness and affordable diagnosis of endometriosis, warning that severe menstrual pain is not always normal and often leads to infertility.