Author: Leslie Scotland-Stewart

Dr. Corey Babb, an alumnus of the OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine, is dedicated to advancing women’s health as a certified menopause practitioner. Dr. Corey Babb, a proud graduate of the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, is at the forefront of women’s health, focusing on innovative care and hormonal wellness. Inspired by his father, an obstetrician, Babb has turned his early influences into a rewarding medical career. “My father was always off delivering babies,” Babb recalls. “This was his life, and it gave me a front-row seat to that lifestyle.” Despite not initially planning to follow in his…

### Indian Women’s Cricket Team Honors Dr. Manmohan Singh with Black Armbands In a poignant tribute, Indian women cricketers donned black armbands as they remembered former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, who recently passed away. The team displayed their respect during the third match of a three-match ODI series against the West Indies at Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara. ### Men’s Cricket Team Shows Solidarity Earlier in the day, the men’s cricket team also exhibited their mourning by wearing black armbands during the second day’s play of the ongoing Test match against Australia at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. ### BCCI’s…

In medical, dental, pharmacy, nursing, and veterinary schools, women now represent the … [+] majority of students. Getty Women Dominate Higher Education in Healthcare Fields Women now represent a significant majority of students enrolled in the nation’s advanced healthcare education programs, spanning various disciplines such as medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, and veterinary medicine. While nursing programs have traditionally seen a majority of female students, the trend has only recently shifted in other healthcare fields like dentistry, where women have begun to outnumber men. Below is a breakdown of gender representation across five key healthcare professional training programs. Medical School As…

Agnes’s Struggle: An African Woman’s Ordeal in Iraq When the agony strikes, 27-year-old Agnes, a Nigerian domestic worker, often finds herself needing to pause, battling waves of excruciating pain. It feels as if her insides are being pulled apart, making it challenging to bend or stand upright. Her suffering began in March in Basra, Iraq, where she was brutally raped by her employer at gunpoint. A Nightmare Begins Following this horrific incident, Agnes became pregnant, and her assailant compelled her to undergo a painful abortion, leaving her in agony that lasted for days. Since that ordeal, she has endured relentless…

Women Health Devices Market Market Overview of Women’s Health Devices The global market for women’s health devices is on track to achieve a value of USD 33.5 billion by 2024, showing a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9% from 2024 to 2032. This sector includes a diverse array of products specifically aimed at addressing conditions unique to women’s health, such as reproductive health, pregnancy care, menstrual health, breast cancer screening, and menopause management. As public awareness around women’s health continues to grow—particularly concerning preventive care and early detection—the demand for innovative health monitoring devices is noticeably rising. The…

Indian Women’s players celebrate with the championship trophy after their ODI series victory against West Indies Women in Vadodara on December 27, 2024. | Photo Credit: PTI Deepti Sharma Shines in Series-Capping Victory In a thrilling conclusion to the ODI series, India’s bowling coach Aavishkar Salvi dubbed Deepti Sharma a “modern-day legend” just before the final match. At Kotambi Stadium, Deepti showcased her extraordinary talent, delivering an all-round performance that steered India to a remarkable five-wicket win over the West Indies, thereby securing a 3-0 series sweep. West Indies’ Struggles with the Bat Upon winning the toss, West Indies opted…

New Women’s Health Clinic Set to Open in Hazard HAZARD, Ky. – A new women’s health clinic will officially open on December 30, providing dedicated care to women in Hazard and its surrounding areas. This clinic is relocating from the Primary Care Center to a new site within the Professional Office Building at Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center. Enhanced Services and Accessibility The relocation is designed to broaden the clinic’s offerings and ensure that women have improved access to essential health services while retaining the same trusted providers. Dr. Ramon Thomas, an obstetrician-gynecologist at the clinic, assures patients that the…

Social Girls Club The group has hosted a variety of activities, including tote-bag painting. A newly formed friendship club is boldly tackling loneliness among young women, offering a safe haven for new relationships to flourish. Caitlin Ball, 23, founded the Social Girls Club (SGC), which has quickly gathered 1,100 members since its inception in March. The club aims to connect women in their 20s and 30s. Activities organized by the group have included rugby trials, sea dips, jewelry making classes, painting workshops, and meditation sessions, all designed to combat feelings of isolation. Ms. Ball reflected on the overwhelming response to…

Domestic Violence Calls Surge During Holiday Season in Estonia During the festive season, reports indicate a concerning rise in domestic violence incidents in Estonia. The police typically receive twice the number of calls related to domestic violence during this time compared to the rest of the year. Following the holidays, there is also a noticeable increase in the number of individuals seeking refuge in women’s shelters, demonstrating a critical need for support to escape abusive situations. An Alarming Trend Police reports reveal that the incidence of domestic violence often nearly doubles throughout the holiday period. Siim Linnard, a group leader…

Urgent Call for Regulation of Nonprofit Pregnancy Centers Research indicates that policymakers need to strengthen regulations surrounding nonprofit pregnancy centers, as many may provide dubious treatments and disseminate misinformation. Growing Presence of Crisis Pregnancy Centers As of March, Texas, California, and Florida collectively house over 350 crisis pregnancy centers. These nonmedical facilities offer alternatives to abortion. A study analyzing 1,600 crisis pregnancy center websites found that most provided ultrasonography services, nearly half offered STI testing, and 30.4% claimed to provide abortion pill reversal services. Researchers have advocated for more stringent oversight of crisis pregnancy centers offering unregulated services such as…