Oral contraceptives: The risks and benefits of being on the pill
The 20th century saw humanity develop in leaps and bounds, and without a doubt one of the most revolutionary advances was oral contraceptives, more...
Scientists uncover shared immune mechanism between pregnancy and cancer
Researchers have discovered a common mechanism that allows both cancer and pregnancy to evade the immune system.
This breakthrough could lead to new ways to...
Scientists decode the key to male fertility
Researchers from the University of Münster have made a groundbreaking discovery in understanding male fertility.
They have identified the DNA instructions that control sperm production,...
Low birth weight babies linked to higher dementia risk in mothers
A new study suggests that women who give birth to babies weighing less than 5.5 pounds may face a higher risk of memory and...
New study challenges the belief that sperm counts are dropping worldwide
The belief that sperm counts in men are declining worldwide might not be accurate, according to a new study by researchers from the University...
This drug is linked to miscarriage risks during pregnancy
A recent study, shared online on December 27 in JAMA Psychiatry, reveals a concerning link between the use of benzodiazepines during pregnancy and the...
More women get mental problems during and after pregnancy
Over the last decade, recognizing and treating mental health issues during pregnancy and the first year of a baby's life has gotten much better.
However,...
Worldwide fertility decline: urgent findings from major study
In a recent study that's catching the eyes of many, researchers are sharing some surprising news about the future of the world's population.
They've found...
U.S. maternal death rate is increasing at an alarming rate, shows study
In a concerning trend, the rate at which moms are dying in the U.S. is climbing fast, a new report from Northwestern Medicine reveals.
The...
Maternal obesity may boost liver cancer, study finds
In a world where obesity rates are skyrocketing, reaching potentially half the population in some developed countries by 2030, the spotlight is increasingly on...