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1st Woman to Run Boston Marathon Competes Again, At Age 70
By Rachael Rettner published
The first woman ever to run the Boston Marathon as an official entrant will run the race again today at age 70.
100 Years of Women in Politics: How They've Served
By Laura Geggel published
One hundred years ago today, on March 4, 1917, Rep. Jeannette Rankin, R-Mt., became the first woman to serve in the U.S. Congress.
Most Women Who Freeze Their Eggs Don't Use Them
By Rachael Rettner published
Egg freezing has been touted as a way for women to put off having children. But few women who freeze their eggs actually end up using them, a new study finds.
Optimistic Outlook May Lower Women's Risk of Dying
By Sara G. Miller published
Women with an optimistic outlook on life may live longer, a new study finds.
Women Have Always Lived Longer, Study Finds
By Stephanie Bucklin published
Men just don't live as long as women do, according to a new study that spans the globe and several centuries.
Women's Alcohol Consumption Catches Up to Men's
By Rachael Rettner published
Across the world, women now consume nearly as much alcohol as men, according to a new study.
Women's Brains Grow a Bit During Menstrual Cycle
By Kacey Deamer published
Women's brains experience a monthly change, too.
Another Study Shows the Discrimination Women Face in the Workplace
By Sara G. Miller published
Women who weigh even slightly more than their peers are more likely to face discrimination when applying for certain jobs, a recent study from Scotland finds.
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