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Most recently published stories in Viva.

Dear Little Girl:. Top Story - March 2021.
For you, the baby girl who's just new to this planet and in the process of discovering its wonders. You're already worthy of this world. You're a miracle of life, you're pure light, and you deserve all the love in the world!
By Marina Fortuño5 years ago in Viva
A Nurse Called Me "Heavy" During My Pap Smear Exam
Yes, ladies, you read the title of this article correctly. (I say ladies because I doubt any guys will read this because "Ew!" right?) Two days ago I went in for a routine pap smear test. And while spread eagle with the speculum inside me, the nurse on the side of me handing the doctor the swabs, made a comment about me being "heavy".
By Lizzy Heartwood5 years ago in Viva
For You
This is for every woman who has pretended to be on the phone when they walked home alone at night. This is for every woman who has crossed the street to avoid a man who was walking too close behind her.
By Nati Saednejad5 years ago in Viva
We Need to Talk About Consent
Enthusiastic, ongoing consent. Not ‘Yeah okay’, not ‘I suppose so’, not ‘Alright, if you make it quick’. Enthusiastic, ongoing consent.
By Angie J 5 years ago in Viva
My Pioneering Grandma - A Woman Before Her Time
This year as the pandemic raged throughout our care homes, my grandma became one of the people who could add their name to the death toll. When she passed she was not the same woman. It is wrong to say her leaving was almost a blessing. Dementia has eaten everything that was her, away.
By Sam H Arnold5 years ago in Viva
The Crinoline
Throughout the history of women’s fashion, comfort and convenience have often played second fiddle to appearance, and the crinoline is an excellent example of this phenomenon.
By John Welford5 years ago in Viva
Jane Goodall. Top Story - September 2021.
“When I grow up, I want to study chimpanzees in the wild...just like Jane Goodall,” I wrote in zig-zagged sentences with misspelled words. My second-grade journal displayed my simple thoughts and aspirations: I wanted to be just like Jane Goodall.
By KB5 years ago in Viva
What Is Lady Like?
When I used to hear the word lady like I'd think of reprimanding, scolding, and, quite honestly, the 18th century. I'd picture women in fluffy dresses with corsets who are constantly reminding each other to stay in their place. I'd think of my mother popping my hand telling me not to move a certain way because she decided to adorn me in a dress for the day. I'd remember teachers in school saying that I wasn't acting like a lady when my sassiness and strong opinion wasn't appreciated. Overall I viewed Lady Like as an undercover way of silencing a woman without out right telling her to be quiet.
By Blue Dymond5 years ago in Viva
Weird Kissing Program Creates Massive Conversions For Female Traffic
So you need to realize that how will generally be a decent smoocher? Kissing is something that a considerable lot of us do consistently. Yet, everybody can presumably profit by a couple of good kissing tips to improve our method.
By AHQ Tech5 years ago in Viva
OVARIAN CANCER
INTRODUCTION Ovarian cancer screening isn’t as simple as getting an ultrasound. The characterization of ovarian masses and distinguishing between benign and malignant pathology is important both to decrease unnecessary anxiety and enable decisions regarding optimal treatment. Benign pathology may be best treated conservatively or in a general gynaecology unit using a minimal access approach. Conversely, suspected malignant masses should be referred to specialized units for further management. Thus prior knowledge of the nature of ovarian masses is essential not only for the patient but in order to organize clinical services in terms of planning, costs and overall management.
By Shafeena IGX5 years ago in Viva
Dear Wonder Woman
Do you remember when you were small and felt like you were so weak and incapable? Have you ever had a moment where you faced a situation and thought, “I don’t have the strength for this”? It’s easy to see you on screen and think that you have it all, but I’m sure you’ve struggled too. You wouldn’t be called Wonder Woman otherwise; your very name speaks to a legacy of triumphing in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds.
By Jillian Spiridon5 years ago in Viva
Ladylike? I Think Not.
From the second Eve ate that damn apple from the tree, women have been in for a bumpy ride. If you're reading this and you consider yourself to be a man, let me just tell you now that you have no idea what it's like to be a woman. You might hear the horrific stories of us being stalked, raped, kidnapped, sexually harassed, traded across the world for money, being in immense pain before giving birth, being paid less than our male employees and you may deeply sympathize, but you have no idea what it's like.
By Shamar M5 years ago in Viva