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Epidurals not linked to increased harm for newborns or children
Having an epidural during labor is not associated with clinically significant increased risks of harm to newborn babies, including brain injury, severe breathing problems, sepsis and death, or cerebral palsy later in childhood, ...
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Stem cell science unlocks more mysteries of the menstrual cycle
Amid all the advances in modern medicine, much of the science behind a woman's menstrual cycle remains mysterious, so a team at Hudson Institute of Medical Research is aiming to change that. Professor Caroline Gargett is ...
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Reddit posts reveal silent symptoms of menopause
Nearly half the world's population experiences menopause, yet many of its emotional, cognitive and social impacts may never be discussed during medical appointments. New research published today in JAMA Network Open, led ...
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Black and Asian doctors up to 30 times less likely to get training posts in some specialties
Black and Asian doctors in the UK are up to 30 times less likely to be offered medical training posts in some specialties than white candidates, data published exclusively by The BMJ today show.
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How geographic and local drivers shape breastfeeding initiation across the U.S.
New data on breastfeeding initiation across the U.S. reveal broad geographic patterns as well as local factors that can inform targeted public health interventions. The study by Tony Grubesic from the University of California ...
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Many women still confused about perimenopause
Perimenopause is an underrecognized life stage that is often accompanied by complex and fluctuating symptoms. A new study sought to quantify the prevalence of perimenopause uncertainty and identify its primary causes. It ...
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Pregnancy may flag future heart and metabolic risk, even without major complications
Pregnancy can be a warning light. Rutgers researchers found that cardiovascular health during pregnancy was linked to how soon women were later diagnosed with chronic hypertension or metabolic conditions after giving birth.
Jul 14, 2026
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Most community health centers provide prenatal care, but one-third still lack services
A new national study provides the first comprehensive look at prenatal care services offered by federally qualified health centers (FQHCs), revealing that while these safety-net providers play a critical role in caring for ...
Jul 14, 2026
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2D ultrasound equipment can be accessible, accurate method to measure the placenta
When Ann O'Neill suffered a stillbirth in 2018, she was bewildered. She was already a mother to three healthy children and therefore had received no information on stillbirth prevention from her doctors. But when she brought ...
Jul 14, 2026
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Seatbelts still essential, but nearly 9 in 10 pregnant people didn't achieve recommended seatbelt placement
Nearly nine in 10 pregnant participants in a study led by biomedical engineers at UBC did not achieve recommended seat belt placement, even after instruction and hands-on guidance. Among 333 participants, only 11.4% were ...
Jul 14, 2026
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Less than 3 in 100 US women are accepted to be egg donors
Though thousands of women in the United States step forward to donate their eggs each year, new research led by The University of Manchester in the U.K. published in Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology reveals only a tiny ...
Jul 14, 2026
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A natural compound steps into the estrogen arena
Uterine fibroids and endometriosis are two of the most common gynecologic diseases, affecting 15% to 80% of women of childbearing age. Existing treatments—hormonal drugs and selective estrogen receptor modulators—have side ...
Heat exposure during pregnancy and infancy may influence children's brain development
Exposure to high temperatures during pregnancy and early infancy is associated with slower growth of the thalamus later in childhood, according to a study led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), a center ...
Jul 13, 2026
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US appeals court revives private cases alleging Tylenol link to autism
A U.S. appeals court on Monday vacated the dismissal of hundreds of private lawsuits against Tylenol maker Kenvue that allege scientifically unproven ties between the painkiller and autism.
Jul 13, 2026
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Menstrual health still overlooked despite affecting 2 billion people
Despite affecting an estimated 2 billion people, menstrual health continues to be overlooked by governments, businesses and the scientific community, prompting calls for it to be recognized as a fundamental public health ...
Jul 13, 2026
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Keeping moms in the game: FIFA launches guide for pregnant and post-partum players
Soccer players who are pregnant or have recently given birth can kick off the season with more confidence, using a new FIFA tool developed in collaboration with a University of Alberta researcher. Two decision aids, one for ...
Jul 13, 2026
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New global report outlines strategies to improve hematologic care for women
A new report in The Lancet Haematology, led by Cleveland Clinic hematologist Bethany Samuelson Bannow, M.D., outlines practical strategies to improve diagnosis, care and outcomes globally for women and girls with hematological ...
Jul 13, 2026
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Gene discovery may unlock infertility, early menopause clues
Most women are aware that fertility declines dramatically with age. This is mainly due to the gradual loss of eggs and follicles from the ovaries, leading to infertility, irregular cycles and ultimately menopause.
Jul 12, 2026
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What to know about menopause: Latest guidance to empower women
Menopause. Suddenly, the topic is everywhere in the headlines, in our news feeds, on podcasts. Until recently, this normal life stage marking the end of a woman's reproductive years was discussed only in certain circles, ...
Jul 12, 2026
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Breast cancer is rising fast in Asian American women, study finds
A new study led by UC San Francisco has found an alarming rise in invasive breast cancer among Asian American women over the last two decades.
Jul 11, 2026
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New non-invasive treatment shows promise for twin pregnancy complications
An innovative experimental procedure that uses high-energy sound waves to treat a rare and serious pregnancy condition called twin-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) is safe, according to an early-stage research trial involving ...
Jul 10, 2026
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Softening aging ovaries could help extend fertility as women get older
Fertility declines as women get older for many reasons, such as a drop in egg quality, decreased follicle numbers and hardening of ovarian tissues. That's a problem for would-be mothers in many countries who prefer to have ...
How birth method and antibiotics may shape babies' gut bacteria
A new systematic review has found that both the way a baby is born and exposure to antibiotics around the time of birth could be linked to differences in the development of the infant gut microbiome. The review also found ...
Jul 9, 2026
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Both synthetic and organic tampons found to leach hormone-disrupting chemicals, study shows
A study has found some tampons leach low levels of chemicals that disrupt hormones, regardless of whether they are synthetic or organic.
Jul 9, 2026
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Food insecurity linked to choice of telehealth abortion
Individuals seeking abortion face considerable challenges, including high costs, logistical difficulties such as travel and dependent care, and fear of stigma. In recent years, access to care has improved through telehealth ...
Jul 9, 2026
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