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Womens Health

Women can be affected by many health conditions that men cannot. It’s important to be aware of womens health issues and take care of your overall wellbeing, looking out for signs of stress and anxiety as well as infections and ailments.

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Can stress impact your menstrual cycle?

Stress can have a huge impact on your menstrual cycle, causing a wide range of painful symptoms or no periods at all. Learn why with Holland & Barrett.

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A guide to period pain: why it happens and how to relieve symptoms

If you experience period pain, you’re not alone. In our guide, we teach you all you need to know – from why it occurs to how to relieve it effectively.

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Period pain, but no periods: what are the causes?

Having period cramps and pain with no period can be pretty confusing. But there could be a cause. Discover what this could be in our article.

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Why am I leaking during exercise?

When did you last go on a trampoline? Incontinence stops over 1 in 5 women from being active due to fear. Here’s how you can stop leaks when you exercise...

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Most Googled questions on endometriosis

Let’s talk women’s health. Understand more about endometriosis as we answer some of your most popular questions. From diagnosis to symptoms and diet.

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We answer your most Googled questions on hormones

What are hormones? Let’s work our way through your most Googled questions on hormones, hormonal imbalances and whether HRT is safe.

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Easing menopause joint pain: 4 things that can help

Are you suffering from menopause-related joint pain? We've put together 4 ways that could help you to ease your joint aches and pains.

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Can food affect your hormones?

Can our diets have an impact on our hormonal health? Read on to find out if food really does affect your hormones and your menstrual cycle.

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Immunity: 8 ways to support your immune system during pregnancy

Pregnancy can affect your immune system, making you more susceptible to some illnesses. Here are some tips to help support your immunity when expecting.

Kate Pleace's experience of early menopause

We dive into one woman’s story on her experience of premature menopause.

Lisa Congdon's experience of early menopause

We dive into one woman’s story on her experience of premature menopause. Menopause before the age of 45 is called early menopause.

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Is breast sweat normal?

We all sweat, especially during the summer months. But dealing with boob or bum sweat can feel particularly embarrassing, so find out how to tackle it here.