Midwifery linked to lower odds of birth complications for low-income women

by University of British ColumbiaUBC post-doctoral research fellow Daphne McRae and University of Saskatchewan professor Nazeem Muhajarine (left) study the benefits of midwifery care. Credit: Uni

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Midwifery linked to lower odds of birth complications for low-income women

by University of British ColumbiaUBC post-doctoral research fellow Daphne McRae and University of Saskatchewan professor Nazeem Muhajarine (left) study the benefits of midwifery care. Credit: Uni

Updated on:March 23,2024 17

Adenomiosis: causas, síntomas y tratamiento

Adenomiosis: causas, síntomas y tratamientoLa adenomiosis es una patología que consiste en un engrosamiento de las paredes del útero, pudiendo provocar sangrados menstruales abundantes, dolor pélvico

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Study: How to safely remove ovary in girls for best results in fertility preservation

by Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of ChicagoCredit: CC0 Public DomainYoung girls who are about to undergo treatment for cancer or other therapies that pose high risk of inferti

Updated on: May 20,2024 7

Study: How to safely remove ovary in girls for best results in fertility preservation

by Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of ChicagoCredit: CC0 Public DomainYoung girls who are about to undergo treatment for cancer or other therapies that pose high risk of inferti

Updated on:May 20,2024 7

The benefits of strength training during pregnancy

by Len CanterFor most healthy women, exercise during pregnancy is as important as it is at all times of life. It brings benefits such as better overall health, preventing back pain and keeping you reg

Updated on: April 16,2024 14

The benefits of strength training during pregnancy

by Len CanterFor most healthy women, exercise during pregnancy is as important as it is at all times of life. It brings benefits such as better overall health, preventing back pain and keeping you reg

Updated on:April 16,2024 14

Treating milder forms of pre-existing high blood pressure during pregnancy improves some outcomes

by American College of CardiologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainTreating even mildly elevated, or non-severe, blood pressure during pregnancy reduces the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes and is unlik

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Treating milder forms of pre-existing high blood pressure during pregnancy improves some outcomes

by American College of CardiologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainTreating even mildly elevated, or non-severe, blood pressure during pregnancy reduces the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes and is unlik

Updated on:March 23,2024 20

Long-acting reversible contraceptives good for teens

(HealthDay)—Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARC) are suitable for use by adolescents, according to a Committee Opinion published in the May issue ofObstetrics & Gynecology.Noting tha

Updated on: April 01,2024 16

Long-acting reversible contraceptives good for teens

(HealthDay)—Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARC) are suitable for use by adolescents, according to a Committee Opinion published in the May issue ofObstetrics & Gynecology.Noting tha

Updated on:April 01,2024 16

Babies born to Black mothers in rich countries twice as likely to die in first weeks of life

by University of BirminghamCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainBabies born to Black mothers in richer countries are more likely to be stillborn or die in the first four weeks of life than those bor

Updated on: April 08,2024 19

Babies born to Black mothers in rich countries twice as likely to die in first weeks of life

by University of BirminghamCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainBabies born to Black mothers in richer countries are more likely to be stillborn or die in the first four weeks of life than those bor

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5 Things Women Need to Know About Diabetes and Their Period

5 Things Women Need to Know About Diabetes and Their PeriodByAndrea Chisholm, MDUpdated on October 08, 2023Medically reviewed byChioma Ndubisi, MDA typical menstrual cycle last

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5 Things Women Need to Know About Diabetes and Their Period

5 Things Women Need to Know About Diabetes and Their PeriodByAndrea Chisholm, MDUpdated on October 08, 2023Medically reviewed byChioma Ndubisi, MDA typical menstrual cycle last

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Stress during pregnancy can lead to early maturation of first-born daughters, suggests study

by Elizabeth Kivowitz,University of California, Los AngelesSilhouette of a pregnant woman with a pink arrow pointing to a girl and a blue arrow pointing to a boy. Credit:Psychoneuroendocri

Updated on: March 07,2024 17

Stress during pregnancy can lead to early maturation of first-born daughters, suggests study

by Elizabeth Kivowitz,University of California, Los AngelesSilhouette of a pregnant woman with a pink arrow pointing to a girl and a blue arrow pointing to a boy. Credit:Psychoneuroendocri

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New research examines the association between structural racism in labor markets and infant birth weight

by University of MinnesotaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainRacist policies and practices that restrict Black workers from employment may drive racial inequities in birth outcomes among workers. I

Updated on: March 02,2024 11

New research examines the association between structural racism in labor markets and infant birth weight

by University of MinnesotaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainRacist policies and practices that restrict Black workers from employment may drive racial inequities in birth outcomes among workers. I

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Is Plan B less effective in people who weigh more than 165lbs?

by Jessica Taylor Price,Northeastern UniversityThe Plan B pill is available without a prescription for $49.99. This photo was taken at a CVS in Portland Oregon on 12 March 2020. Credit:Sar

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Is Plan B less effective in people who weigh more than 165lbs?

by Jessica Taylor Price,Northeastern UniversityThe Plan B pill is available without a prescription for $49.99. This photo was taken at a CVS in Portland Oregon on 12 March 2020. Credit:Sar

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Back sleeping in late pregnancy linked to lower birth weight

(HealthDay)—Back sleeping in late pregnancy is independently associated with lower birth weight, according to a study published online Oct. 2 inJAMA Network Open.Ngaire H. Anderson, Ph.D., from

Updated on: April 11,2024 14

Back sleeping in late pregnancy linked to lower birth weight

(HealthDay)—Back sleeping in late pregnancy is independently associated with lower birth weight, according to a study published online Oct. 2 inJAMA Network Open.Ngaire H. Anderson, Ph.D., from

Updated on:April 11,2024 14