More women over 40 are leaving the apps—and finding love with a more personal touch. After years of swiping, ghosting, and awkward first dates that go nowhere, many women are stepping away from dating apps and toward something refreshingly different: dating matchmaking services. It’s not just nostalgia—it’s smart, intentional dating. And for women navigating the […]
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) have been around a long time. Beginning in 1887, the institute is known today for being the largest source of funding for medical research, worldwide. It is also the Federal focal point for medical research conducted in the U.S. The NIH has many parts to it—27 Institutes and Centers—and
Pregnancy is a time of incredible changes, and staying active can be physically and mentally beneficial. However, fitness during pregnancy should be approached with caution and awareness of your body’s needs. Pregnant women should aim for 150 minutes of moderate-intensity weekly exercise over four to seven days (American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists [ACOG], n.d.).
In recent years, personalized nutrition has gained significant attention in the world of health and wellness. So, what is this new trend all about? It’s the idea that our diets should be as unique as our fingerprints, tailored to our individual biology, lifestyle and even our genetics. By understanding how our genes influence nutrient absorption,
Dating in midlife is a whole different ballgame. Gone are the days of swiping aimlessly or settling for relationships that don’t align with your values. At this stage in life, you’ve likely been through enough to know what you want—and what you don’t. That’s why intentional dating is the way to go. It’s about dating
If your health insurance coverage includes participation in a Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Savings Account (FSA), lucky you! When you enroll in either account—you can’t be in both—you’ll receive several automatic benefits: What is a qualified medical expense? The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) determines which medical expenses can be paid with an HSA
May is Mental Health Month, and mental health challenges and cognitive decline are real concerns for many people; the number of people with mental health disorders is rising. According to Pujari (2024), by 2030, the World Health Organization (WHO) predicts that mental health disorders will be the leading cause of disability worldwide. While therapy and
When we talk about advocacy at FemmePharma, we always circle back to the same concept. What can we do to make things a little bit easier for someone else? When we think about our community—a worldwide community of women, spanning experiences, histories, and geographies—we hold space for our sisters who are part of underserved, and
A Nurse Navigator is a registered nurse with clinical expertise who helps patients and their families deal with the demands of the complicated healthcare system. They serve as an advocate for the patient, as well as the liaison between the patient and providers. They are often called the “anchor” of a patient’s medical team. Responsibilities
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are everywhere in modern diets, from packaged snacks to ready meals. While convenient, these foods often contain artificial additives, preservatives, and refined ingredients that can negatively impact health, weight, metabolism, and hormonal balance. While this applies to everyone, it is especially important as women age, as hormonal changes can make the body
Activism to us means speaking up for vulnerable populations, calling attention to vulnerable moments, and joining the discourse around what social supports provide safety to each other. As a pharmaceutical and consumer healthcare company providing quality products to aid women’s bodily health and comfort, we know the importance of clinical research. We rely on data
When we hear the word “dating,” most of us immediately think of romance, candlelit dinners, and butterflies in our stomachs (or, if you’re like some of us, the renewed sense of anxiety that dating in midlife entails!). But romantic dating doesn’t have to be our only option for deep connection. What if we reimagined dating