Neuromyelitis optica increases risk of pregnancy complications
The neurological disease neuromyelitis optica increases the risk of miscarriage and preeclampsia; researchers call for preventive treatment to ensure safe pregnancies. …read more
Critical gaps in antenatal care identified in cases of term stillbirths
Expert enquiry identifies key steps for hospitals to improve care for pregnant mums and babiesA new study launched today (Thursday 19 November) has revealed key steps for hospitals to improve… …read more
Critical gaps in antenatal care identified in cases of term stillbirths
Expert enquiry identifies key steps for hospitals to improve care for pregnant mums and babiesA new study launched today (Thursday 19 November) has revealed key steps for hospitals to improve… …read more
Study finds high prevalence of incapacitated rape among college women
Some 15 percent of women are raped while incapacitated from alcohol or other drug use during their freshman year at college, according to new research.The report, published in the Nov. …read more
Uterus Transplant: First US Clinical Trial Begins
The first clinical trial of uterus transplantation in the United States has begun at Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. Medscape Medical News …read more
Mother’s age at birth may influence symptoms of depression in daughters
Father’s age not a factor; effect not seen in sons, study says.The daughters, but not the sons, of women who give birth at age 30 or older are more likely to experience symptoms of depression as… …read more
Women recognize abuse in ‘Fifty Shades’ film
Young adult women who watched “Fifty Shades of Grey” found the relationship between the characters Christian and Anastasia somewhat exciting and romantic, but also expressed grave concerns about… …read more
18 weeks pregnant: your pregnancy week by week
What is happening in week 18 of your pregnancy? Your baby is now the size of a sweet potato and is capable of both yawning and kicking. …read more
Iodinated Contrast: Cases of Underactive Thyroid in Infants
Rare cases of underactive thyroid have been reported in infants after use of iodine-containing contrast media, according to the FDA. News Alerts …read more
Iodinated Contrast: Cases of Underactive Thyroid in Infants
Rare cases of underactive thyroid have been reported in infants after use of iodine-containing contrast media, according to the FDA. News Alerts …read more