Navigating a career can be particularly challenging for women due to various health concerns. A primary concern is the prevalence of cancer among women, especially in those aged between their 20s and 50s. The number of female cancer patients in this...
The UK-origin charity organization, RED BOX JAPAN, aims to support students during their menstrual period by donating boxes filled with free menstrual products to schools. They have recently made a donation of menstrual products to Fujieda City in...
Is it true that Japanese people are suffering from malnutrition? It can be surprising to think about it since Japan is one of the well-known countries for its abundance of food and even a terrible amount of food waste. Nevertheless, the hidden story...
The most important thing for women’s optimal health is to find healthcare providers who sincerely hear their voices and be close to them physically and mentally, given the complexities of female reproductive health. Sadly, a survey shows that...
As we age, it is natural to be concerned about one’s health. One of the biggest and unavoidable concerns for women is menopausal transition. Most women suffer from physical and mental issues between the ages of 45 to 55 though the symptoms are...
Menstruation afflicts women with various symptoms, including anemia, severe abdominal pain, and depression. Nowadays, we can learn how to deal with menstruation and its symptoms correctly through sex education. On the other hand, in poor areas or...
It is normal for many to feel anxiety and need support when trying to conceive. Of course, in Japan, we have apps for that! Introducing these fertility apps, which provide useful information to understanding our body condition to conceive, and also...
The problem of period poverty has received a great deal of public attention in Japan lately. Behind this movement is a voluntary group #Minna no Seiri (Menstruation for Everyone), which has been surveying opinions on the financial burden caused by...
In Japan, midwives are usually solely based in hospitals, so women can easily lose touch with them after childbirth. This also means that although midwives are equipped with extensive knowledge about postnatal care, they can’t fully offer...
Japan is notably vulnerable to natural disasters due to its climate and volatile geography. September 1 is designated annually as Disaster Prevention Day. Many disaster prevention training exercises take place nationwide during the week around this...