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Ten-year rise in women hospitalised for endometriosis

Ten-year rise in women hospitalised for endometriosis

New data has revealed a 23 per cent rise in hospitalisations for endometriosis over the past decade, surpassing an increase in overall female hospitalisations.

Irritable bowel study seeks clues on why women targeted

Irritable bowel study seeks clues on why women targeted

Irritable bowel study seeks clues on why women targeted

Irritable bowel study seeks clues on why women targeted

Women are twice as likely to suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome and often endure worse symptoms than men, but treatments are not tailored to their needs.

Shark attack victim can 'finally see light' in recovery

Shark attack victim can 'finally see light' in recovery

Shark attack victim can 'finally see light' in recovery

Shark attack victim can 'finally see light' in recovery

A young mother who was was left fighting for life after being mauled by a shark on a popular beach has spoken about her recovery for the first time in months.

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Intrepid Antarctic women mark 50-year milestone

Intrepid Antarctic women mark 50-year milestone

Scientists and expeditioners who were among the first Australian women to set foot in Antarctica hope their stories can inspire the next generation.

Women's use of peptides exposes another health care gap

Women's use of peptides exposes another health care gap

Performance and image-enhancing substance use in women is another health care and research gap leading to a lack of information on their risks.

'Enormous' mental health toll for women with endo

'Enormous' mental health toll for women with endo

More than half of Australian women with endometriosis are experiencing a mental health problem, with new research revealing the hidden toll of the condition.

Most-targeted prime minister in Question Time revealed

Most-targeted prime minister in Question Time revealed

As oppositions increasingly target prime ministers during Question Time, Australia's first and only female leader remains the most quizzed of all.

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'Promoting misogyny' as four women and girls killed

'Promoting misogyny' as four women and girls killed

'Promoting misogyny' as four women and girls killed

'Promoting misogyny' as four women and girls killed

With four women and girls killed in the past week, an expert says headlines that dehumanise victims are one of the drivers of gender-based violence.

Accidental sibling sex fears prompt calls for change

Accidental sibling sex fears prompt calls for change

Accidental sibling sex fears prompt calls for change

Accidental sibling sex fears prompt calls for change

IVF companies are calling for national fertility standards, with a uniform limit for sperm donations and a registry to find biological family members.

Hanson's four-word advice as 'sexist' premier ad panned

Hanson's four-word advice as 'sexist' premier ad panned

Hanson's four-word advice as 'sexist' premier ad panned

Hanson's four-word advice as 'sexist' premier ad panned

A "Ditch the Witch" campaign aimed at a female premier has been dubbed sexist by the prime minister, but another prominent figure was less sympathetic.

'Hidden' poverty affecting thousands of women and girls

'Hidden' poverty affecting thousands of women and girls

'Hidden' poverty affecting thousands of women and girls

'Hidden' poverty affecting thousands of women and girls

Rising cost of living means women are having choose between buying period products or other essentials as a national charity reports many are going without.

Breaking taboos: push to help women navigate menopause

Breaking taboos: push to help women navigate menopause

Breaking taboos: push to help women navigate menopause

Breaking taboos: push to help women navigate menopause

A national campaign will help women better understand their menopause symptoms, access trusted health information and find out how to get support.

Can the 'manosphere' be transformed for good?

Can the 'manosphere' be transformed for good?

Can the 'manosphere' be transformed for good?

Can the 'manosphere' be transformed for good?

As toxic masculinity builds online, a summit will bring together 100 leaders and advocates to discuss male-based solutions to end gendered violence.

'Out of touch': businesses blast ex-PM's budget backing

'Out of touch': businesses blast ex-PM's budget backing

'Out of touch': businesses blast ex-PM's budget backing

'Out of touch': businesses blast ex-PM's budget backing

Labor luminary Paul Keating has been panned as "out of touch" with the modern realities of owning a business after backing controversial tax changes.

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A 10-hour trip for a blood test amid rural health gaps

Rural women have revealed significant barriers to fertility treatment, including interstate trips, fragmented care and the cancellation of abortion services.

The 50-year fight to recognise rural mums' unpaid work

Outback women are expected to supervise their children's education for years without getting paid, as a five-decade fight for recognition continues.

In Stella Prize first, a graphic novel draws the win

The $60,000 Stella Prize has gone to a graphic novel by a transgender author, in two firsts for the coveted book award.

What Avril Lavigne can teach Chalmers ahead of budget

The best thing the federal government can do to boost productivity in the budget is to make things less complicated for businesses, a top economist says.

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'Demand more': rallying call issued on gender equality

As a major gender equality conference comes to a close, focus is turning to the next steps for the movement and the demands they have for their leaders.

Push for leaders to see climate as gender issue

Global leaders are urged to consider the climate and gender equality crises as one and the same as women and girls bear the brunt of climate change impacts.

Online safety leader stares down abuse, death threats

Australia's eSafety commissioner has endured significant online threats since implementing the social media ban, but says they only encourage her to "dig in".

Tech 'perfect storm' needs ambitious online safety plan

Online safety advocates say a global push from governments is required to ensure tech companies design their products with the safety of citizens in mind.

'Manosphere' rise requires new gender equality approach

Gender equality activists have gathered for a landmark conference aimed at charting a new way forward as anti-rights movements gain traction.

Service to help mums and dads thrive, not just survive

New and expectant parents will have free and accessible mental health support with the first Gidget House in South Australia, joining dozens across the nation.

Thousands march in calls to end domestic violence

Australia has been urged to take stronger action on men's behaviour as thousands of people joined rallies calling for an end to domestic and family violence.

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