Women in Northern Ireland are bearing the brunt of the cost-of-living crisis, new research suggests. The report, carried out by the Women’s Regional Consortium and Ulster University, indicates the crisis is having a negative impact on women’s mental and physical health. The research focused on a group of 250 women in Northern Ireland. It found…
Dr. Linda Prine, Founder and Medical Director of Reproductive Health Access Project (RHAP), answers questions for her Miscarriage and Abortion Hotline in New York City on May 30, 2023 (ANGELA WEISS) The phone has been ringing nonstop for a year. Linda Prine, a New York doctor, repeats her advice on a loop: “Make sure you’re…
It happens to the best of us: we’re in a committed relationship for years, then we realize, “Meh,” the passion just isn’t what it used to be. It might not be an easy thing to admit, but if you’ve ever felt that way, you’re not alone. As Eric Anderson, a professor of masculinity, sexuality, and sport at…
Kim Cattrall is getting candid about love and sexuality. Like her Sex and the City character Samantha Jones, Cattrall, 66, was not afraid to share her thoughts on the topics of love and romance during a live taping of the New York Times‘ Modern Love podcast at the Tribeca Film Festival on Wednesday. “I had sort of a late-blooming sexuality,” shared the…
As Puerto Rico envisions its future, it is crucial to acknowledge and address the deep-rooted issue of gender-based violence that continues to plague the island. The enduring colonialist legacy has contributed to a systemic problem, leaving Puerto Rican women vulnerable to various forms of abuse and discrimination. To truly build a prosperous and equitable future,…
A new trend is emerging among women, and it’s shaking up the way we view and discuss menstruation. “Flash periods,” as they’re being called, are a movement that aims to bring visibility and openness to the experience of menstruation. These flash periods involve spontaneous, public displays of period products and discussions, challenging the stigma and…
