UK's young people at risk of leaving school without vital knowledge of reproductive health, study finds

byTaylor & FrancisCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPupils in the UK are not learning about potentially life-changing issues such as endometriosis, infertility, and miscarriage, according to

Updated on: February 18,2024

UK's young people at risk of leaving school without vital knowledge of reproductive health, study finds

byTaylor & FrancisCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPupils in the UK are not learning about potentially life-changing issues such as endometriosis, infertility, and miscarriage, according to

Updated on:February 18,2024

A novel method for monitoring the 'engine' of pregnancy

by Erica K. Brockmeier,University of PennsylvaniaCombining optical measurements with ultrasound, an interdisciplinary team from the School of Arts & Sciences, Perelman School of Medicine, an

Updated on: May 11,2024

A novel method for monitoring the 'engine' of pregnancy

by Erica K. Brockmeier,University of PennsylvaniaCombining optical measurements with ultrasound, an interdisciplinary team from the School of Arts & Sciences, Perelman School of Medicine, an

Updated on:May 11,2024

ACOG advocates cascade testing for hereditary gene mutations

(HealthDay)—Obstetrician-gynecologists should be aware of who is eligible for cascade testing, use resources to ensure testing is offered, and know which options can help patients overcome potential b

Updated on: March 13,2024

ACOG advocates cascade testing for hereditary gene mutations

(HealthDay)—Obstetrician-gynecologists should be aware of who is eligible for cascade testing, use resources to ensure testing is offered, and know which options can help patients overcome potential b

Updated on:March 13,2024

Study finds epilepsy drug to be safe during pregnancy

by WileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainNew research indicates that use of the epilepsy drug lamotrigine during pregnancy does not increase the risk of birth malformations or neurodevelopmental disorder

Updated on: March 05,2024

Study finds epilepsy drug to be safe during pregnancy

by WileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainNew research indicates that use of the epilepsy drug lamotrigine during pregnancy does not increase the risk of birth malformations or neurodevelopmental disorder

Updated on:March 05,2024

Nitrate in drinking water tied to spontaneous preterm birth risk

(HealthDay)—Nitrate in drinking water is associated with increased odds of spontaneous preterm birth, according to a study published online May 5 inEnvironmental Health Perspectives.Allison R. S

Updated on: May 05,2024

Nitrate in drinking water tied to spontaneous preterm birth risk

(HealthDay)—Nitrate in drinking water is associated with increased odds of spontaneous preterm birth, according to a study published online May 5 inEnvironmental Health Perspectives.Allison R. S

Updated on:May 05,2024

Small risk of muscle and bone problems in babies of mothers who took common thrush treatment

by British Medical JournalCredit: CC0 Public DomainPregnant women who take the thrush treatment fluconazole orally appear to have a higher risk of giving birth to a baby with muscle and bone malf

Updated on: July 01,2024

Small risk of muscle and bone problems in babies of mothers who took common thrush treatment

by British Medical JournalCredit: CC0 Public DomainPregnant women who take the thrush treatment fluconazole orally appear to have a higher risk of giving birth to a baby with muscle and bone malf

Updated on:July 01,2024

Genetic risk linked to T2DM in women with history of gestational diabetes

(HealthDay)—Among women with a history of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), a genetic risk score (GRS) is generally positively associated with type 2 diabetes (T2D) risk, according to a study recen

Updated on: April 29,2024

Genetic risk linked to T2DM in women with history of gestational diabetes

(HealthDay)—Among women with a history of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), a genetic risk score (GRS) is generally positively associated with type 2 diabetes (T2D) risk, according to a study recen

Updated on:April 29,2024

What we do and don't know about the many ways COVID-19 can impact pregnant women and their babies

by Children's National HospitalCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPregnant women should get vaccinated to minimize the detrimental health effects COVID-19 has on the placenta, the fetus and the

Updated on: June 29,2024

What we do and don't know about the many ways COVID-19 can impact pregnant women and their babies

by Children's National HospitalCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPregnant women should get vaccinated to minimize the detrimental health effects COVID-19 has on the placenta, the fetus and the

Updated on:June 29,2024

US regulators approve new type of contraceptive gel

by Linda A. JohnsonThis May 2020 photo shows Phexxi, a contraceptive made by San Diego-based Evofem Bioscience. The Food and Drug Administration on Friday, May 22, 2020 approved the new contraceptive.

Updated on: March 02,2024

US regulators approve new type of contraceptive gel

by Linda A. JohnsonThis May 2020 photo shows Phexxi, a contraceptive made by San Diego-based Evofem Bioscience. The Food and Drug Administration on Friday, May 22, 2020 approved the new contraceptive.

Updated on:March 02,2024

Ask the pediatrician: COVID-19 vaccines during pregnancy and breastfeeding

by Lisa M. Costello, MD, MPH, FAAP, American Academy of PediatricsCredit: CC0 Public DomainA question I commonly get from patients and friends is this: Should I get a COVID vaccine if I'm pregnant

Updated on: January 16,2024

Ask the pediatrician: COVID-19 vaccines during pregnancy and breastfeeding

by Lisa M. Costello, MD, MPH, FAAP, American Academy of PediatricsCredit: CC0 Public DomainA question I commonly get from patients and friends is this: Should I get a COVID vaccine if I'm pregnant

Updated on:January 16,2024