Our Musings

Historically, women’s viewpoints and achievements have been ignored, but that’s changing. Case in point: “The Women” and “Cleopatra: A Life.

Healthcare is big business—and offers the possibility for murky ethical decisions. Case in point: “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.”

Giving to charities serving women and girls reached record levels but they still receive less than 2% of U.S. charitable giving.

Diets that include higher amounts of protein from plant-based sources may make a tremendous difference in aging women’s health, according...

Chemicals are part of daily life. However, some chemicals in personal and household products can be detrimental to older women’s health.

Researchers are finding that an optimistic attitude may be a factor in the quality of post-menopausal women’s health as they age.

When does “old age” start? A new study suggests that your definition of when “old age” begins may shift as you get older.

Health and fitness help determine the quality of life. A new study reports on global views on these aspects—and the results are heartening.