'Preemie' babies more vulnerable to autism diagnosis later: study

by Amy Norton Healthday ReporterBabies born prematurely, even just a couple weeks early, may be at increased risk of autism, a large new study suggests.It's long been known that autism, a developm

Updated on: May 16,2024

'Preemie' babies more vulnerable to autism diagnosis later: study

by Amy Norton Healthday ReporterBabies born prematurely, even just a couple weeks early, may be at increased risk of autism, a large new study suggests.It's long been known that autism, a developm

Updated on:May 16,2024

What's new and what works in the treatment of hot flashes?

by The North American Menopause SocietyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHot flashes are one of the most commonly reported symptoms of the menopause transition. Over time, a wide array of hormone

Updated on: April 03,2024

What's new and what works in the treatment of hot flashes?

by The North American Menopause SocietyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHot flashes are one of the most commonly reported symptoms of the menopause transition. Over time, a wide array of hormone

Updated on:April 03,2024

Inducing labor at 39 weeks reduces risks of C-section and other complications

by University of South FloridaBaby born at Tampa General Hospital in Tampa, Florida via c-section. Credit: Sandra RoaIt's better to induce than to watch and wait. That's the result of a n

Updated on: March 12,2024

Inducing labor at 39 weeks reduces risks of C-section and other complications

by University of South FloridaBaby born at Tampa General Hospital in Tampa, Florida via c-section. Credit: Sandra RoaIt's better to induce than to watch and wait. That's the result of a n

Updated on:March 12,2024

Review considers the best time to administer antenatal corticosteroids

by Burnet InstituteCredit: CC0/PixabayThe time between when antenatal corticosteroids are administered and a woman gives birth can improve certain preterm birth outcomes for her baby, a systemati

Updated on: March 16,2024

Review considers the best time to administer antenatal corticosteroids

by Burnet InstituteCredit: CC0/PixabayThe time between when antenatal corticosteroids are administered and a woman gives birth can improve certain preterm birth outcomes for her baby, a systemati

Updated on:March 16,2024

TV shows depicting inaccurate childbirths need safety warnings, say researchers

byKing's College LondonCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainU.K. television programs showing inaccurate birthing practices should require safety recommendations for viewers to avoid misinterpret

Updated on: January 16,2024

TV shows depicting inaccurate childbirths need safety warnings, say researchers

byKing's College LondonCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainU.K. television programs showing inaccurate birthing practices should require safety recommendations for viewers to avoid misinterpret

Updated on:January 16,2024

Tetris to the rescue for women facing traumatic birth: Large-scale study confirms its effectiveness for PTSD prevention

byUniversity of LausanneDistributions of the childbirth-related posttraumatic stress disorder symptom counts in the control and intervention groups at six weeks (n = 122) and six months (n = 108

Updated on: January 17,2024

Tetris to the rescue for women facing traumatic birth: Large-scale study confirms its effectiveness for PTSD prevention

byUniversity of LausanneDistributions of the childbirth-related posttraumatic stress disorder symptom counts in the control and intervention groups at six weeks (n = 122) and six months (n = 108

Updated on:January 17,2024

Trends in women's reproductive events reflect major social and lifestyle changes

by University of QueenslandCredit: University of QueenslandAn international study has revealed the age at which women experience major reproductive events, such as their first period or giving bi

Updated on: June 29,2024

Trends in women's reproductive events reflect major social and lifestyle changes

by University of QueenslandCredit: University of QueenslandAn international study has revealed the age at which women experience major reproductive events, such as their first period or giving bi

Updated on:June 29,2024

Arizona governor makes contraceptive medications available over the counter at pharmacies

Democratic Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs delivers her State of the State address at the Arizona Capitol in Phoenix, Jan. 9, 2023. Adults in Arizona can now obtain contraceptive medications over the counter

Updated on: January 21,2024

Arizona governor makes contraceptive medications available over the counter at pharmacies

Democratic Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs delivers her State of the State address at the Arizona Capitol in Phoenix, Jan. 9, 2023. Adults in Arizona can now obtain contraceptive medications over the counter

Updated on:January 21,2024

Study: BHPF represses YTHDF2 to induce tissue-specific cell deaths and consequent developmental abnormalities

byScience China PressBehind the positive image of "BPA-FREE" being synonymous with "safe," a BPA substitute called BHPF is "destroying" a vital cellular protein, YT

Updated on: January 17,2024

Study: BHPF represses YTHDF2 to induce tissue-specific cell deaths and consequent developmental abnormalities

byScience China PressBehind the positive image of "BPA-FREE" being synonymous with "safe," a BPA substitute called BHPF is "destroying" a vital cellular protein, YT

Updated on:January 17,2024

Zambian teens can't talk about sex or contraception, even with their friends

by Joar Svanemyr,The ConversationTeenage girls who fall pregnant in Zambia are often mocked and feel isolated. Credit: DFID/Flickr,CC BY-NDBecoming pregnant constitutes a threat to young g

Updated on: April 02,2024

Zambian teens can't talk about sex or contraception, even with their friends

by Joar Svanemyr,The ConversationTeenage girls who fall pregnant in Zambia are often mocked and feel isolated. Credit: DFID/Flickr,CC BY-NDBecoming pregnant constitutes a threat to young g

Updated on:April 02,2024