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How the female reproductive system works

Medically reviewed by Andrea L. Braden, MD Key Takeaways The female reproductive system includes organs that produce hormones like estrogen and progesterone. Ovaries release one mature egg each month ...
Diseases of the female reproductive system encompass a broad range of conditions affecting the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, and cervix. Common diseases include endometriosis, polycystic ovary ...
Contraceptives are vital for reproductive health, empowering women to prevent unintended pregnancies with potential threats to their well-being. Access to contraceptives, despite their well-documented ...
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are in the news because so many people are using them to treat obesity and diabetes. With so many ...
New research from the University of Liverpool illustrates how accelerated reproductive aging in females (e.g., early puberty or early menopause) is linked to experiences of mental health challenges.
Women's reproductive years increased from 35 to 37, new data shows. The reproductive years for women in the United States may be increasing, according to a new study. On average, the reproductive ...
(Beyond Pesticides, January 9, 2025) In a Frontiers in Public Health review article, researchers report on the wide body of science connecting adverse effects to female reproductive system, such as ...
In a systematic review published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition, researchers in Italy have provided a comprehensive overview of the impact of biological matrices with antioxidant properties in ...