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Social media subjecting Black women to radicalised digital policing

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Influencers use oppression, manipulation and weaponisation to police Black women on social media, according to new research uncovering the entrenched nature of digital racism.  The study by Charles Darwin University (CDU) Lecturer in Enabling (Humanities) Vimbai Mutero, whose research explores gender-based violence in various forms, examined the unsolicited advice and digital policing of Black femininity across … Continued

BCNA responds to new GP Guidelines for high breast density

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Key Facts: Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) comments on new Breast Densiy guidelines for GPs Some states are still not reporting breast density. Iinterviews *Vicki Durston, Director Policy Advocacy and Suport services  Breast Cancer Network Australia. In Melbourne BCNA Conusmer Representative Krysty Sullivan.   Thursday, 20th November 2025 Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) response to … Continued

Turning grief into action: How one mother is helping shape the future of women’s health care

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MEDIA RELEASEFor immediate release This Cervical Cancer Awareness Week (17-23 November 2025), the Australia New Zealand Gynaecological Oncology Group (ANZGOG) is highlighting the real impact of cervical cancer and the role of education and research in improving outcomes for future generations. Despite being the only gynaecological cancer with a screening test, over 1,100 Australian women … Continued

Australia can eliminate cervical cancer by 2035 with stronger screening and access

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Australia remains on track to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health problem by 2035 if vaccination and screening rates are maintained. But new data shows participation and follow-up delays continue to slow progress, particularly among younger and regional women. According to Cancer Australia’s 2025 update, an estimated 1,030 new cervical cancer cases and 243 deaths were … Continued

Victorian Women’s Health Services welcome landmark Women’s Pain Inquiry report

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    The Women’s Health Services Network (WHSN) welcomes the release of the Victorian Government’s Inquiry into Women’s Pain report, Bridging the Gender Pain Gap, and the Government’s commitment to implementing key recommendations.  “Hearing and holding women’s stories of pain is a privilege and a responsibility that we are pleased to see the Victorian Government … Continued

Study reveals link between past harassment and women’s transport anxiety

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Key points Monash University researchers have surveyed over 500 women who use public transport The findings show that past experiences of harassment on transit , particularly during adolescence have a lasting influence on how women perceive safety in their adulthood Women with prior experiences of verbal harassment are more likely to adopt precautionary behaviours, which … Continued

Existing evidence does not clearly link paracetamol use during pregnancy with autism or ADHD in children: review

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Key points: Confidence in previous study findings is low to critically low Women should be advised to take paracetamol when needed to treat pain and fever in pregnancy, say researchers Existing evidence does not clearly link paracetamol (acetaminophen) use during pregnancy with autism or ADHD in children, finds an in-depth evidence review published by The BMJ, … Continued

The Power of Connection: Collabor8Women Doubles Its Fundraising Goal for Ovarian Cancer Research

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More than 100 professional women gathered at Collabor8Women’s final event for the year, a sold-out lunch on November 5 at love.fish Barangaroo, celebrating women in hospitality and to raise funds for ‘Ovaries. Talk About Them.’ – CAMILLA AND MARC’s groundbreaking ovarian cancer campaign. The event paid tribute to Michelle Grand-Milkovic who is currently undergoing treatment for … Continued