Women's Health
6 guides on this topic
Iron Deficiency Anaemia - Why It Is So Common in African Women and How to Fix It
Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency worldwide, and African women are disproportionately affected. Many spend years managing symptoms they think are normal. Here is the complete guide.
Menopause - What African Women Need to Know (And Why So Many Are Going Through It Alone)
Menopause is still a taboo subject in many African families. Black women are more likely to have earlier onset and more severe symptoms - and less likely to receive HRT. Here is the guide that fills the gap.
Endometriosis - The Condition That Takes 8 Years to Diagnose, Longer if You Are Black
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women and takes an average of 8 years to diagnose. For Black women, that wait is even longer. This guide explains what it is, how to get diagnosed, and what treatment options exist.
Fibroids - What African and Black Women Need to Know
Black and African women are 2-3 times more likely to develop fibroids, develop them younger, and have more severe symptoms. Yet many suffer for years before getting a diagnosis. Here is the complete guide.
Mental Health During Pregnancy - The Guide Nobody Gives You at Your Booking Appointment
Up to 20% of women experience mental health problems during pregnancy. In Black and African women, these problems are significantly underrecognised and undertreated. Here is what you need to know.
PCOS Explained - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and What Actually Helps
Polycystic ovary syndrome affects 1 in 10 women and is one of the most common hormonal conditions in women of reproductive age. Here is what it actually means and what can be done about it.