Welcome to Women First
The Women First program is an educational project that aims to raise women’s awareness about current reproductive health issues as well as the challenges that may arise throughout a woman’s life. The program includes educational articles, brochures and services related to women’s health, pregnancy and transition to menopause.
Osteoporosis is a common “silent” bone disease that weakens bones, making them fragile and prone to fractures. People often don’t know they have osteoporosis until a bone breaks after a minor fall or strain.1
Did you know that heart health looks different for men and women? For one, while heart disease is often thought of as predominantly a men’s health issue, that’s not really the case. Heart disease is only slightly more common in men and remains the leading cause of death in women worldwide1. Also, women experience heart-related…
CAN HORMONAL CHANGES CAUSE INTIMACY ISSUES? Menopause can have consequences on relationships and sexual health. In addition to psychological issues that can make intimate relationships and desire complicated, there are physical issues that can make those relationships painful. The main menopause symptom related to sexual issues isvaginal dryness.1 HOW DO THESE CHANGES EXPLAIN A DECREASED…
HOW COMMON IS INSOMNIA AMONG PERI- AND POST-MENOPAUSAL WOMEN? Sleeping problems are quite common among peri- and post-menopausal women. Roughly 50% or more of women undergoing menopause struggle with lack of sleep1,2, indicating a higher prevalence rate compared with those in the pre-menopause stage2. Peri- and post-menopausal women also experience more frequent and more severe…
Periods. It’s time to talk about them openly. At Abbott, we understand the challenges of menstrual health. Every woman’s journey is unique, and nothing should stop you from embracing yours fearlessly.