Among the many maddening facets of the gender health gap is that women’s healthcare is seen as an afterthought, especially when it comes to research, funding, and access. So if you’ve ever leaked ...

There is now a tampon-based at home test for HPV, the virus that can lead to cervical cancer. (Getty) Women are now able to test for HPV, the infection that can cause cervical cancer, in the comfort ...

The crisis of toxic shock syndrome in the early 1980s changed our understanding of certain bacteria as well as how women should use tampons while menstruating. Reading time 4 minutes During the early ...

Absorbency: You'll also want to consider your personal needs for absorbency. While this can take some trial and error, Dr. Erica Montes, obstetrician-gynecologist and pH-D Feminine Health adviser, ...