menstrual

For some women, menstrual cramps can get so bad that they lead to nausea, vomiting, and an inability to do much of anything for days. Having to endure this on a monthly basis is a pain in the, well, gut.

Good news, then, for the unlucky among us. New research to be presented at the 2009 American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS) annual meeting in November reveals that a new device to treat this pain is safe and effective--not to mention most likely affordable, since the device is essentially a glorified tampon.

The study was admittedly small: 18 participants, 18 … Read more

There are a lot of different ways to track fertility, menstruation, and the like, but with Advanced Woman Calendar, users may have found the simplest method. Users may never have to wonder about important times in their cycle again.

The program has a simple interface that always helps you stay informed. Initially, its four-month view looks like any organizational software. To the right are the color keys and various radio buttons with options for planning conception, avoiding pregnancy, or even information for conceiving a boy or girl. Below this is a read-out of how long you have until your period … Read more