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Katherine Hignett
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Writer, Reporter and Editor, Freelance
London
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health products and more aging relationshipsAll content related to GenX Women - lifestyle
I'm up for anything, really, but at the moment, if it's not pop culture, I'm not covering it.
Content
By Katherine Hignett| Forbes Verified Young women in the U.S. today are far less likely to have cervical precancer cells than women who grew up before the introduction of a vaccine against HPV, a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has shown. Infections with this common virus can cause cell changes that may ultimately lead to cervical cancer. In fact, almost all cases of the potentially deadly disease can be traced to HPV.
By Katherine Hignett| Forbes Verified Antioxidant substances found in fruit, vegetables, grains and even wine could combat some of the potentially harmful effects of microplastics on the reproductive system, research suggests. Called anthocyanins, these “flavanoids” give a wide range of natural foods and flowers their color. Purple, red, blue and black foods like berries, black beans and sweet potatoes are particularly rich sources of the compounds.
By Katherine Hignett| Forbes Verified Cases of female breast cancer look set to to rise by 38% worldwide over the next 25 years, while deaths from the disease could increase by 68%, according to an analysis by international scientists. In the U.S., cases are expected to rise from nearly 275,000 in 2022 to more than 350,000 in 2050, if current trends continue. Deaths are also predicted to increase from nearly 43,000 to nearly 64,000 over the same time period.
Company Info
Freelance
Freelancer.com is the largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace in the world, connecting over 81 million employers and freelancers across more than 247 countries. Founded in 2009 and based in Sydney, Australia, the platform allows employers to post jobs while freelancers can bid on these projects. It is publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker ASX:FLN. The platform supports a variety of work categories, including software development, writing, design, and marketing. Freelancer.com also offers contests for creative work, where employers can award prize money to winning entries. Users can choose from different membership plans, including free and paid subscriptions, which provide various benefits. The mobile app enhances project management and communication for users on the go. With a diverse customer base that includes individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises, Freelancer.com plays a significant role in the global online economy.
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