The kick-off signal for puberty begins in the brain. Specifically, in the hypothalamus, where specific neurons release a ...

Microglia (immune cells) and the RANK protein are essential for triggering puberty and maintaining fertility in the brain.

In today’s fast-paced world, nutrition often takes a backseat to convenience. However, when it comes to fertility and ...

Male hormone levels maintain day-to-day stability while female hormones experience continuous changes throughout both the menstrual cycle and various life stages.

Reproductive health is impacted by environmental pollution, such as PFAS and microplastics. Discover what the science shows.

Supporting people who regret medical gender transition procedures, especially minors, is a top priority for the Trump administration, Assistant Health and Human Services Secretary for Health Brian ...

Hormone access is not merely a healthcare issue. It is a fundamental human right,” the group said in its statement.

All opinions, columns and letters reflect the views of the individual writer and not necessarily those of the IDS or its staffers. First came the 2024 University of California, Berkeley study that ...

For decades, a blood draw in a clinical lab was the only way to quantify your hormones. In 2026, that paradigm is shifting and we are seeing saliva cartridges analyzed by smartphone AI, DNA-based ...

A study conducted by the University of the Free State discovered harmful traces of toxic chemicals in menstrual products that disrupt hormones in the body.

Women are more likely than men to develop PTSD. Social factors and trauma type play important roles. But researchers have ...