Health
Debate over who needs a thyroid check in pregnancy
(AP) -- Check-ups during pregnancy tend to focus around the waist. But there's growing debate about which mothers-to-be should have a gland in their neck tested, too.
Jan 2, 2012
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Urgent need for research in the diagnosis of miscarriage
The current ultrasound test to diagnose miscarriage in early pregnancy is based on limited evidence, raising questions about its reliability, according to a new paper published by researchers at Queen Mary, University of ...
Oct 14, 2011
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
First screening test for common pregnancy complications
University of Adelaide reproductive experts have developed the world's first screening test which can predict a woman's risk of developing one or more of the four common pregnancy complications.
May 5, 2015
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Health
Health advice for women at each stage of motherhood
Everyone knows that on Mother's Day, Mom's needs come first. But the rest of the year, mothers often put their health care on hold to focus on others.
May 12, 2023
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Scientists find stress negatively affects chances of conception
What many have long suspected, has been scientifically confirmed - women's high stress reduces their probability of conception.
Sep 12, 2016
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Research on medical abortion and miscarriage may change international routines
Two scientific studies led by researchers at Sweden's Karolinska Institutet are expected to form the basis of new international recommendations for the treatment of medical abortions and miscarriages. One of the studies, ...
Mar 27, 2015
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Genetics
Genetic testing gives answers on developmental disorders during pregnancy
Genetic testing improves the diagnoses of abnormalities in developing babies that are picked up during ultrasound scans, scientists report today (31 January) in The Lancet. Scientists from the Wellcome Sanger Institute, University ...
Jan 31, 2019
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Limits on early abortion drive more women to get them later
Christina Taylor already had two kids when she became pregnant with her third. Everything was going well at the start and she was looking forward to welcoming a new baby into the family.
Jun 2, 2022
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Medical research
Is home screening a true colonoscopy alternative?
There are a few things in life that are, for the most part, universally recognized: the joy of welcoming a child, the fear of embarrassment, and the dread of getting a colonoscopy.
Mar 23, 2021
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Non-hormonal gel proves effective at helping mucus block sperm, with low risk of side effects
A new way to prevent pregnancy without side effects may be possible with a prophylactic gel made from all natural, non-hormonal ingredients, scientists in Sweden report. The gel reinforces the cervical mucus barrier, offering ...
Nov 30, 2022
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