Teen Pregnancy
Few teenagers have the experience or resources it takes to start a family. But that doesn’t keep them from doing so. According to the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy, each year more than 750,000 teenage girls become pregnant….
Learn MoreYour Sex Life Doesn’t Have to Suffer During Menopause
MONDAY, June 19, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Our bodies are a stew of hormones and chemicals and enzymes and all sorts of exotic-sounding ingredients. For many women, this concoction bubbles along happily right through menopause. But for other women, it…
Learn MoreEmergency Contraception: Types, Side Effects & More
THURSDAY, Feb. 23, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Confused about emergency contraception?The experts have you covered. Here’s a breakdown of what emergency contraception is, the different types that are available, the side effects you may experience, and ho…
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THURSDAY, Dec. 15, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Children exposed to maternal schizophrenia have an increased risk for chronic health conditions in childhood, according to a study published in the November issue of Schizophrenia Bulletin.Simone N. Vigod, M…
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MIÉRCOLES, 14 de diciembre de 2022 (HealthDay News) — En los estados de EE. UU. con unas políticas de aborto más restrictivas, las tasas de mujeres embarazadas, nuevas madres y bebés que fallecen fueron más altas, encuentra un nuevo informe.El anális…
Learn MoreAmy Schumer revela su larga batalla con la endometriosis
MIÉRCOLES, 14 de diciembre de 2022 (HealthDay News) — La comediante y actriz Amy Schumer ha luchado con varias afecciones de salud a lo largo de los años, pero se siente “como una nueva persona” tras someterse a una cirugía para tratar la endometrios…
Learn MoreStates That Restrict Abortions Have More Maternal, Infant Deaths
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 14, 2022 (HealthDay News) — In U.S. states with more restrictive abortion policies, rates of pregnant women, new mothers, and infants dying were higher, a new report shows.The analysis, conducted by the Commonwealth Fund, revealed tha…
Learn MoreStates That Restrict Abortions Have More Maternal, Infant Deaths
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 14, 2022 (HealthDay News) — In U.S. states with more restrictive abortion policies, rates of pregnant women, new mothers and infants dying were higher, a new report finds.The analysis, conducted by the Commonwealth Fund, found that st…
Learn MoreAmy Schumer Reveals Long Battle With Endometriosis
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 14, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Comedian and actor Amy Schumer has struggled with numerous health conditions over the years but feels “like a new person” since having surgery to treat endometriosis. Schumer detailed the experience in the …
Learn MoreASH: Iron Deficiency More Likely in Formula-Fed Preemies
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 14, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Among infants born very preterm, iron deficiency is more likely for those fed only with formula, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Hematology, held from Dec. 10…
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