Black women less likely to get laparoscopic fibroid surgeries

by Amy NortonSurgery for uterine fibroids can often be done through minimally invasive techniques that avoid a hospital stay. But Black and Hispanic women may be less likely to receive these treatment

Updated on: March 13,2024 20

Black women less likely to get laparoscopic fibroid surgeries

by Amy NortonSurgery for uterine fibroids can often be done through minimally invasive techniques that avoid a hospital stay. But Black and Hispanic women may be less likely to receive these treatment

Updated on:March 13,2024 20

Pregnant smokers at higher risk for gestational diabetes

by Hebrew University of JerusalemCredit: CC0 Public DomainSmoking during pregnancy is one of the most significant risk factors for poor pregnancy outcomes. In the United States, 10.7 percent of a

Updated on: March 05,2024 11

Pregnant smokers at higher risk for gestational diabetes

by Hebrew University of JerusalemCredit: CC0 Public DomainSmoking during pregnancy is one of the most significant risk factors for poor pregnancy outcomes. In the United States, 10.7 percent of a

Updated on:March 05,2024 11

Sexual enjoyment following childbirth is not altered by different delivery methods, research suggests

by University of BristolIllustration depicting Caesarean section. Credit: BruceBlaus/Wikipedia/CC BY 3.0Sexual enjoyment in the years following childbirth is unaffected by the way in which the ba

Updated on: March 09,2024 20

Sexual enjoyment following childbirth is not altered by different delivery methods, research suggests

by University of BristolIllustration depicting Caesarean section. Credit: BruceBlaus/Wikipedia/CC BY 3.0Sexual enjoyment in the years following childbirth is unaffected by the way in which the ba

Updated on:March 09,2024 20

COVID-19 infection rates high in pregnant women

by University of WashingtonPregnant patients of minority communities had a two- to fourfold higher prevalence of COVID-19. Credit: UW MedicineThe COVID-19 infection rate among pregnant women was

Updated on: April 19,2024 20

COVID-19 infection rates high in pregnant women

by University of WashingtonPregnant patients of minority communities had a two- to fourfold higher prevalence of COVID-19. Credit: UW MedicineThe COVID-19 infection rate among pregnant women was

Updated on:April 19,2024 20

Medical school identifies placental protein as possible birthweight regulator

by Angel Mendez,University of Minnesota Medical SchoolCredit: MART PRODUCTION from PexelsNew findings from the University of Minnesota Medical School are helping uncover why some people are more

Updated on: May 09,2024 6

Medical school identifies placental protein as possible birthweight regulator

by Angel Mendez,University of Minnesota Medical SchoolCredit: MART PRODUCTION from PexelsNew findings from the University of Minnesota Medical School are helping uncover why some people are more

Updated on:May 09,2024 6

Risk factors identified for infanticide in the 21st century

by Medical University of ViennaCredit: CC0 Public DomainIn a study on the subject of infanticide recently published in theArchives of Women's Mental Health, Claudia Klier from MedUni Vi

Updated on: March 12,2024 13

Risk factors identified for infanticide in the 21st century

by Medical University of ViennaCredit: CC0 Public DomainIn a study on the subject of infanticide recently published in theArchives of Women's Mental Health, Claudia Klier from MedUni Vi

Updated on:March 12,2024 13

Effect of lockdowns on birth rates in the UK

by Ann Berrington and Joanne Ellison,The ConversationCredit: Clément Proust from PexelsManywonderedwhether the COVID lockdowns would lead to a baby boom or a bust. We finally have&nb

Updated on: March 09,2024 18

Effect of lockdowns on birth rates in the UK

by Ann Berrington and Joanne Ellison,The ConversationCredit: Clément Proust from PexelsManywonderedwhether the COVID lockdowns would lead to a baby boom or a bust. We finally have&nb

Updated on:March 09,2024 18

I'm an OB/GYN who attended thousands of deliveries before wondering why Americans give birth in bed

by Neel Shah,The ConversationNot always the best position for childbirth. Credit: BSIP / Contributor / 151036972A few years ago I visited Dar a Luz, the only free-standing birth center in New Me

Updated on: March 09,2024 17

I'm an OB/GYN who attended thousands of deliveries before wondering why Americans give birth in bed

by Neel Shah,The ConversationNot always the best position for childbirth. Credit: BSIP / Contributor / 151036972A few years ago I visited Dar a Luz, the only free-standing birth center in New Me

Updated on:March 09,2024 17

2006 to 2015 saw increase in severe maternal morbidity

(HealthDay)—From 2006 to 2015, the proportion of women experiencing severe maternal morbidity increased 45 percent, according to a statistical brief published by the Agency for Healthcare Research and

Updated on: March 12,2024 15

2006 to 2015 saw increase in severe maternal morbidity

(HealthDay)—From 2006 to 2015, the proportion of women experiencing severe maternal morbidity increased 45 percent, according to a statistical brief published by the Agency for Healthcare Research and

Updated on:March 12,2024 15

In pregnancy, buprenorphine use up, methadone use down

(HealthDay)—From 2009 to 2015, the prevalence of methadone use decreased and buprenorphine use increased among Medicaid-enrolled pregnant women with opioid use disorder, and the 4Ps Plus and Substance

Updated on: April 08,2024 20

In pregnancy, buprenorphine use up, methadone use down

(HealthDay)—From 2009 to 2015, the prevalence of methadone use decreased and buprenorphine use increased among Medicaid-enrolled pregnant women with opioid use disorder, and the 4Ps Plus and Substance

Updated on:April 08,2024 20

Determining the ideal COVID-19 vaccine type and timing during pregnancy

by Massachusetts General HospitalCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAlthough pregnant individuals and newborns may face elevated risks of developing more severe cases of COVID-19 following SARS-CoV

Updated on: June 29,2024 7

Determining the ideal COVID-19 vaccine type and timing during pregnancy

by Massachusetts General HospitalCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAlthough pregnant individuals and newborns may face elevated risks of developing more severe cases of COVID-19 following SARS-CoV

Updated on:June 29,2024 7

Study finds waterbirths to be safe

by Cardiff UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainNew research confirms that for women with an uncomplicated pregnancy, having a waterbirth is as safe as leaving the water before birth. The r

Updated on: June 15,2024 6

Study finds waterbirths to be safe

by Cardiff UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainNew research confirms that for women with an uncomplicated pregnancy, having a waterbirth is as safe as leaving the water before birth. The r

Updated on:June 15,2024 6