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We’ve debunked some of the biggest misconceptions about your monthly cycle

New studies, books, apps and and more to help you stay well in mind and body.

The world of HRT and women’s fluctuating hormones can be a complicated place! Editor-in-Chief Katy Sunnassee takes a deep dive into HRT with Dr Shirin Lakhani to talk about the different types and formulations and what they do.

Seven expert-approved tips to improve your experience

October is Menopause Awareness Month and this year’s theme is lifestyle medicine, which shines a light on simple daily changes that can act as natural medicine. Katie Taylor, a leading voice on midlif

Recent research has found concerning levels of toxic pesticides in some tampons, with one product containing 40 times the permitted level found in drinking water. As campaigners call for new legislation, Closer speaks to one woman who was hospitalised due to using tampons