Older women have higher heart disease risk with ‘apple’ shape
(Reuters Health) – Older women who are at a healthy weight may be more likely to develop heart disease when they carry excess fat around their midsection than when they…
Early pregnancy stress tied to sons’ infertility
Men may be more likely to experience fertility problems if their mothers endured stressful life events early in pregnancy, a recent study suggests. Compared to men with mothers who had…
Average pregnant woman in U.S. may have poor nutrition
(Reuters Health) – Many pregnant women in the U.S. may not be getting enough of certain crucial nutrients, while others may be getting too much, a new study suggests. FILE…
Mesh implants work for bladder leakage, long-term safety unclear
(Reuters Health) – Several different types of mesh implant surgery may be effective for treating bladder leaks, but the long-term safety and effectiveness of the procedures isn’t yet clear, a…
HIV prevention pill recommended for healthy people at risk
(Reuters Health) – Healthy people at risk for HIV should take a daily pill to minimize their chances of getting the virus, according to new guidelines from an influential panel…
Top Kansas court rules state constitution protects abortion rights
(Reuters) – The Kansas Supreme Court ruled on Friday that the state’s constitution protects a woman’s right to an abortion and upheld an injunction blocking a state law that would…
U.S. judge blocks new Trump abortion rule for health clinics
(Reuters) – A federal judge in Washington state on Thursday blocked a Trump administration rule that would prohibit taxpayer-funded family planning clinics from referring patients to abortion providers. FILE PHOTO:…
Marijuana may improve women’s enjoyment of sex
(Reuters Health) – About one-third of U.S. women have used marijuana before sex, a small study suggests, and those who do report increased desire and better orgasms. A woman holds…
Women often keep impact of menstrual pain, bleeding to themselves
Many women who suffer from menstrual symptoms like pain and heavy bleeding don’t tell their families or doctors about it even when it interferes with their ability to keep up…
Women who vape around pregnancy may wrongly think it safe
(Reuters Health) – Health professionals advise against using any nicotine products during pregnancy, but some women are using e-cigarettes before, during or after pregnancy and thinking it’s safer than smoking,…