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One-in-Four Women Think Health Influencers are As Reliable as Doctors

February 12, 2025

A new survey reveals nearly one in four women under 50 consider health influencers as reliable as healthcare providers.

States Vary Widely When It Comes to Maternal Mortality Causes

February 11, 2025

An analysis of five years of U.S. maternal mortality data reveals significant state-to-state differences in causes of death.

Researchers: One Med Performs So Well It Could Reduce US Maternal Mortality

February 11, 2025

A randomized control trial found that postpartum women treated with nifedipine had a dramatically lower readmission rate than those on labetalol.

NIH Cuts Paused Throughout Country

February 11, 2025

A federal judge has paused planned NIH funding cuts, halting a proposed $4 billion reduction from research grants.

Treating Women’s Health with Cannabis?

February 11, 2025

A marijuana business trade publication reports that some producers are eyeing cannabis-based treatments for women’s health issues.

Acupuncture for Menopause Insomnia: Real Stuff Better Than Sham

February 10, 2025

A systematic review suggests acupuncture may help manage menopausal insomnia—with few side effects, though the evidence is rated low to moderate.

Early Evidence Emerges for GLP-1s Helping Pregnancy Outcomes

February 10, 2025

A retrospective study found that preconception use of GLP-1 medications was associated with reduced risks of several adverse pregnancy outcomes.

There’s More to Heart Problems Than Complicated Pregnancies

February 10, 2025

A study comparing sisters of women with and without pregnancy complications found that genetic and environmental factors may drive cardiovascular disease risk.

States Sue to Stop NIH Funding Cuts (Plus Some Murmurs of Republican Opposition)

February 10, 2025

A federal judge temporarily halted Trump’s planned deep NIH funding cuts after attorneys general from 22 states sued to block the move.

The States with Bills to Criminally Charge Women for Abortion

February 10, 2025

An Associated Press overview details how various states are introducing bills to criminalize women for obtaining abortion pills.

New Data on Contraception and Women’s Health

February 6, 2025

Recent studies are examining how hormonal contraceptives affect long-term women’s health.

Post-Birth Control Concerns Raise Questions

February 6, 2025

Emerging discussions about what happens after stopping hormonal birth control spark debate.

Oregon Lawmaker Testifies on Menopause Care

February 6, 2025

A state representative in Oregon took the witness stand to describe her personal experience with inadequate menopause care.

Survey: 1 in 4 Women Trust Health Influencers

February 6, 2025

Nearly one in four women under age 50 believe that health influencers are as reliable as healthcare providers.

RCT: Weight Loss Drug Curbs Alcohol Use

February 6, 2025

A small randomized‐control trial found semaglutide cut drinking by 40% in people with alcohol use disorder.

Cannabis as a Therapeutic Option in Women’s Health?

February 5, 2025

Beyond recreation, cannabis is being evaluated for therapeutic benefits in women’s care.

Innovations in Maternal-Fetal Medicine

February 5, 2025

New techniques in managing maternal blood pressure are emerging.

Cannabis Industry Eyes Women’s Health

February 5, 2025

Cannabis producers are exploring new treatment areas in women’s health.

State Variations in Maternal Mortality Causes

February 5, 2025

Research shows the causes of maternal mortality differ widely from state to state.

Blood Pressure Med Comparison Could Reduce Maternal Mortality

February 5, 2025

One blood pressure medication outperformed another, potentially lowering postpartum readmission rates.

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