Does becoming a parent make us miserable?
In a new study, researchers found over 70% of parents experienced a decline in happiness after the birth of their first child, which reduced the likelihood of them having more. …read more
Scientists uncover a difference between the sexes
Sex does matter: Key molecular process in brain is different in males and femalesMale and female brains operate differently at a molecular level, a Northwestern University research team reports… …read more
Unvetted drug indications mean safety uncertainties
The coincidence of two recent news items highlighted the tension between a more unfettered approach to pharmaceutical drug marketing and the need for caution when promoting and prescribing drugs. A… …read more
Diagnostic imaging can rule out coronary artery disease in patients with atypical chest pain
Non-invasive diagnostic imaging can rule out coronary artery disease (CAD) in about 50% of women with atypical chest pain who are at relatively low risk for CAD, while exposing them to only a modest… …read more
Adrenals run amok: Discovery could aid precision medicine for high blood pressure
Many people may carry small clusters of cells with genetic mutationsThis slice of a human adrenal gland has been stained with special dyes that highlight genetically abnormal clusters of cells… …read more
Study links insulin resistance with language problems in women
New research published in Diabetologia (the journal of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes) shows that insulin resistance–one of the hallmarks of type 2 diabetes – is associated with… …read more
Shorter waiting time and earlier abortions due to abortion pill, Norway
Nearly all abortions in Norway today are performed with the abortion pill Mifepristone. This has resulted in shorter waiting time, earlier abortions, and the possibility to have abortions at home. …read more
IVF: use of frozen eggs linked to poorer live birth rates
Using frozen eggs rather than fresh eggs for in vitro fertilization is associated with lower live birth rates, according to new research published in JAMA. …read more
A Solution to the Planned Parenthood Debacle?
Taped lunchtime conversations with Planned Parenthood officials created them a furor. Bioethicist Art Caplan suggests a possible way to deal with the issue of fetal tissue. Medscape Business of Medicine …read more
Pelvic pain may be common among reproductive-age women, NIH study finds
Researchers suggest physicians consider asking about pain, even during routine visitsA high proportion of reproductive-age women may be experiencing pelvic pain that goes untreated, according to… …read more