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Endometriosis and ovarian cancer are two gynaecological diseases that share similar symptoms, and are difficult to diagnose. It was previously thought that the two conditions were not linked, despite being similar in nature and location in the body; however, a recent study has shown that endometriosis is genetically correlated with ovarian cancer. Endometriosis is a…

Your vaginal health is dependent on a number of controllable and uncontrollable factors. However, the former far outweighs the latter, which means that, much of the time, the health of your vagina is in your control. When we talk about uncontrollable factors, this could be genetics, age, the type of medication that you may be…

Ovarian cancer is the sixth most common cancer in the UK, with around 7,500 new cases each year. It is also the sixth most common cause of cancer deaths in women, with around 4,200 deaths each year; however, survival rates are improving and have almost doubled in the last four decades. It’s time to familiarise…

Cervical screening after sexual violence can make you feel apprehensive. We provide advice for survivors on how to feel more comfortable during an appointment.

In this article, we take a closer look at HPV, how it can cause cervical cancer, and why regular screenings are so important.

The vagina is a significant organ in the female anatomy, responsible for expelling waste from the body, giving birth and providing pleasure – so why is it shrouded in mystery and, in some circles, linked to shame and embarrassment? From learning the correct terms for the parts of the female genitalia, to getting to know…

Like many sexual health issues, vaginal dryness seems like a taboo subject in many circles. However, it is a very common condition that affects both premenopausal and postmenopausal women of all ages. A range of different studies has revealed that more than 17% of premenopausal women experience vaginal dryness that affects sexual intercourse, while over…

In light of World Perimenopause Day (11th October), we look at the potential issues that someone with perimenopause may come across in relation to sex, and provide practical tips for achieving a healthier, more comfortable and fun sex life during this period and beyond. Perimenopause is the time leading up to menopause where your body…

You may have heard of a condition called vaginismus that affects women. Vaginismus is far more common than most women realise, but rarely talked about. In support of Vaginismus Awareness Day on the 15th of September 2021, we combat some unhelpful myths surrounding the condition, helping to break the stigma associated with it and increase…

The phrase ‘too much of a good thing’ can absolutely apply to sex – we know that too much sex or rough sex can cause small tears in the vaginal wall and increase the chance of bacterial infections – but what about abstaining from sex for a long period of time? For men, the effects…