Childbirth is often described as one of life's most profound experiences, but for many, it can be fraught with anxiety, pain and trauma.
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Poor regulation and lack of transparency in Africa's fertility industry leave sperm donors and recipients vulnerable to exploitation and unethical practices, including relatives unwittingly having children together, fertility ...
Feb 17, 2025
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In the first 18 months after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, most states with abortion bans saw a rise in infant deaths, new research reveals.
Feb 15, 2025
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Women whose breast cancers need estrogen to grow are often treated for five or more years with medications to lower estrogen production or block its effects. Broadly known as endocrine therapy, the medications can't be taken ...
Feb 14, 2025
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Maternal acetaminophen exposure during pregnancy is associated with a higher likelihood of childhood attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to a study led by the University of Washington.
Genital human papillomavirus is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States and is thought to be responsible for more than 99% of cervical cancers. HPV screening usually entails a speculum-based exam, ...
Feb 13, 2025
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Air pollution caused by auto emissions, wildfires and other sources is problematic for many people. It's of particular concern for pregnant people due to the impact pollutants can have on the fetus, especially in the final ...
Feb 13, 2025
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Venous thromboembolism (VTE) risk varies across hormonal contraceptives, according to a research letter published online Feb. 10 in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Feb 13, 2025
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Peripartum cardiac insufficiency (PPCM) is a rare but life-threatening condition that can affect previously heart-healthy women a few weeks before or after the birth of a child. For unknown reasons, the left ventricle is ...
Feb 13, 2025
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A new rat study explores lung function and placental changes in the presence of infection and inflammation. The study suggests treating the mother with steroids before giving birth may improve both lung and placental function, ...
Feb 13, 2025
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