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Ultrasounds may not find this cancer in Black women
A common algorithm to check for endometrial cancer is not reliable for Black women, according to a new study published today in JAMA Oncology.
Jun 27, 2024
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Maternal suicide: New study provides insights into complicating factors surrounding perinatal deaths
Suicide is a leading cause of death during pregnancy and in the months after delivery in the United States, but many of these deaths may be preventable, say University of Michigan researchers.
Jun 27, 2024
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Adults conceived by donors left behind by fertility industry
Children conceived by using egg or sperm donors have the same well-being outcomes as non-donor-conceived people. However, they are more likely to have identity difficulties and issues with trust, says a new study.
Jun 27, 2024
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WIC enrollment reduces poor pregnancy outcomes for parents and babies, study finds
More than one in 10 households in the United States last year did not have access to adequate and nutritious food, according to the U.S. government. Further, food and nutrition insecurity lead to a higher risk of poor pregnancy ...
Jun 27, 2024
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Postpartum urinary incontinence linked to mental health
A UT Southwestern Medical Center study of hundreds of underserved women has shown that depression and anxiety, in addition to physical factors such as a higher body mass index and previous births, are associated with lingering ...
Jun 27, 2024
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Prenatal exposure to ethylene oxide associated with lower birth weight and head circumference in newborns
A study led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) provides new evidence on the adverse effects of prenatal exposure to ethylene oxide (EO) on fetal development. The results, published in Epidemiology, show ...
Jun 27, 2024
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Echocardiogram can ID women with preeclampsia at risk for future hypertension
Echocardiography during pregnancy or early postpartum can assist in identifying women with preeclampsia at greater risk of future hypertension, according to a study presented at the American Society of Echocardiography's ...
Jun 27, 2024
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In narrow ruling, US Supreme Court allows emergency abortions in Idaho
The US Supreme Court on Thursday cleared the way for women experiencing medical emergencies to obtain abortions in Idaho, but the ruling's narrow scope meant it was a muted victory for reproductive rights activists.
Jun 27, 2024
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Majority of female cancer survivors at low risk of developing most obstetric complications
In a paper published in The Lancet Oncology, a research team led by academics from the University of Birmingham, in collaboration with the Universities of Bristol and Edinburgh, has analyzed data from almost 100,000 female ...
Jun 26, 2024
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Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v Wade has had wider ramifications than previously reported
Women residing in states with the most restrictive abortion policies after the Supreme Court's reversal of "Roe v Wade" also experienced declines in the use of birth control pills and emergency contraceptives, according to ...
Jun 26, 2024
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Centering childbirth coping strategies back to women
A proposed framework by La Trobe University's Judith Lumley Center, in the School of Nursing and Midwifery, is challenging traditional categorizations of coping strategies in a bid to promote autonomy and create empowering ...
Jun 26, 2024
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US abortion restrictions have unwanted knock-on effects: Studies
Restrictions or outright bans on abortion implemented in some US states can have unexpected consequences like reduced access to contraceptives and higher infant mortality rates, two studies published this week warned.
Jun 26, 2024
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Women may face unique obstacles while seeking treatment for opioid use
Women experiencing opioid-use disorders may face unique challenges accessing treatment, according to a new study led by Penn State researchers. The study—published in the journal Women's Health—provides new insight into ...
Jun 26, 2024
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US Supreme Court to allow emergency abortions in Idaho: Report
The US Supreme Court is set to allow abortions for women experiencing medical emergencies in Idaho, according to a copy of a verdict briefly posted on its website and seen by Bloomberg News on Wednesday.
Jun 26, 2024
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To fight infant mortality, program gives pregnant Philadelphians $1,000
A program guaranteeing income for pregnant residents of three Philadelphia neighborhoods launched on Monday in a city-led effort to decrease infant mortality rates that are higher here than in any other major city.
Jun 26, 2024
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Judge blocks Michigan's abortion waiting period, 2 years after voters approved abortion rights
A judge on Tuesday blocked Michigan's 24-hour waiting period for abortions, saying it conflicts with a 2022 voter-approved amendment to the state constitution that guarantees abortion rights.
Jun 26, 2024
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Genetic testing cannot reveal the gender of your baby—explaining the complexities of sex and gender
Gender reveal parties are best known as celebrations involving pink and blue, cake and confetti, and the occasional wildfire. Along with being social media hits, gender reveals are a testament to how society is squeezing ...
Jun 25, 2024
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Do hormonal contraceptives increase depression risk? Here's how they affect your mood, for better or worse
More than 85% of women—and more than 300 million people worldwide at any given time—use hormonal contraceptives for at least five years of their life. Although primarily taken for birth control, many people also use hormonal ...
Jun 25, 2024
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