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   Higher testosterone levels in older women are associated with increased health risksPostmenopausal women who have higher testosterone levels may be at greater risk of heart disease, insulin resistance and the metabolic syndrome compared to women with lower testosterone levels, according to a new study accepted for publication in The Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism (JCEM). This new information is an important step, say researchers, in understanding the role that hormones play in women's health. 4 Nov 2009 11:25 Tickled pink by charity support
Kellogg's supports breast cancer group Pink Link
Early diagnosis of breast cancer is crucialBeing told you have cancer is a frightening experience. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women - 1 in 29 South African women will be diagnosed with it in their lifetime. In ‘Westernised' communities the incidence increases to 1 in 8 and if you have a close relative who had breast cancer, the risk increases to 1 in 6. With the economic upliftment of our population, the overall population risk will also increase. October is Breast Health Awareness Month and women throughout the world are looking at ways to reduce the risk of getting breast cancer and diagnosing it early to optimise treatment. 30 Oct 2009 14:07 Women face higher risk of graft loss after liver transplantation compared to menAlthough women with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection are at lower risk for developing cirrhosis, researchers who compared outcomes for men and women after having liver transplantation found that women have a significantly increased risk of overall graft loss and graft loss from recurrent HCV than men. 30 Oct 2009 13:55 TM has positive impact on breast cancer patientsWomen with breast cancer can improve their mental health through Transcendental Meditation technique. 14 Oct 2009 14:06 Breast cancer misinformation prevalent among U.S. young women; promotes unnecessary fearsBreast cancer has shifted from a taboo subject to one that is discussed freely in the media and in our daily lives. Young women are not immune to these messages. And the reality is that most girls have a first- or second-hand connection to someone with breast cancer - and limited age-appropriate information on the facts of breast cancer. As a result, it's not surprising that Breastcancer.org found misinformation to be prevalent among young women in the United States, promoting unnecessary fears. 12 Oct 2009 12:31 Designer T-shirt supports Breast Cancer Month
Giving infertile women the chance to raise a childThe first successful egg donation in humans was achieved in 1984, but, while it represented a major breakthrough in modern reproductive treatment, egg donation was still out of reach for many desperate South African couples who were struggling to conceive naturally. Women between 21 and 34 can donate some of their eggs giving infertile women the chance to raise a child. 6 Oct 2009 10:06 Strengthening the pelvic floor muscles effective for older women with urinary incontinenceResearchers at Rush University Medical Centre have found that a program of pelvic floor muscle exercises, combined with pelvic health education, can be an effective way to manage urinary incontinence in elderly women. 5 Oct 2009 07:36 One third of women avoid routine mammogram testsOn the eve of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Cancer Research UK has sent out a warning that if thousands of women continue to ignore invitations to breast screening they could be putting their lives at risk. 2 Oct 2009 07:14 Women making poor shoe choices suffer hindfoot pain later in lifeA recently published study determined that women who make poor shoe choices early in life suffer with foot pain in later years. Research shows that men do not experience the same foot pain as women, due to type of shoes they wear. Details of this study appear in the October issue of Arthritis Care & Research, a journal published by Wiley-Blackwell on behalf of the American College of Rheumatology. 29 Sep 2009 14:03 Latest jobs | Weather  Other industry news
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Reach for Recovery, a non-profit organisation that provides free, non-medical support to breast cancer sufferers through its national programmes, will be the total beneficiary of all sales of Edgars' Tickled Pink fragrance and accompanying gift set. 
In support of non-profit breast cancer awareness group, Pink Link, Kellogg's Special K is attempting to break the Guinness world record for the world's largest bikini parade on 7 November 2009 at Melrose Arch in Johannesburg. The company will also donate money towards the group. 
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and to highlight the prevalence of the most common cancer in women around the world African Fashion International (AFI) is running the second annual Design for Life fundraiser that employs fashion for a greater purpose. 
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