When I was a medical student in the 1980s, the school hired “pelvic instructors” who taught us how to do exams in a painless and respectful way. They even allowed us to perform practice examinations ...

Cropped of female doctor examining patient. Medical professional checking woman’s back with stethoscope in clinic. What is the power of touch and how has it played into the history of clinical ...

Clinical research is the foundation of modern medicine, shaping the safety and efficacy of drugs. But for decades women — particularly those of childbearing potential — are routinely excluded from ...

Historically, medical research has been male-dominated in terms of subjects as well as researchers, even though women make up half of the world’s population. As a result of this gender bias, insights ...

Keeping yourself healthy through the decades requires more than vitamins. An annual well-woman visit with your care provider can boost your health, thanks to preventive care through vaccines, ...