What: A feature by States Newsroom examines how abortion bans are influencing women’s family planning decisions, as many worry they won’t receive proper care if they have children.
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Source: Tennessee Lookout.
Employers are responding to rising fertility costs by increasing access to preconception care, according to new research.
An OBGYN in Texas describes how strict abortion bans are stripping patients of decision-making power in their healthcare.
Michigan law now allows pharmacists to prescribe birth control amid a shortage of OB/GYNs.
A small randomized‐control trial found semaglutide cut drinking by 40% in people with alcohol use disorder.
A marijuana business trade publication reports that some producers are eyeing cannabis-based treatments for women’s health issues.
An obituary celebrating Carol Downer’s lifelong advocacy for abortion rights.
The New York Times investigates whether testosterone therapy could benefit menopausal women.
A study from the University of Washington finds significant racial and socioeconomic disparities in accessing same-day diagnostic services after an abnormal mammogram.
RFK Jr. demonstrated uncertainty over Medicare fundamentals during his nomination hearing.
A comprehensive Danish study reveals that while the absolute risk is low, hormonal contraceptives slightly increase the risk of ischemic stroke and sometimes heart attack.
A systematic review suggests acupuncture may help manage menopausal insomnia—with few side effects, though the evidence is rated low to moderate.
Oregon lawmaker Shelly Boshart Davis recounts her personal experience of being denied menopause care and advocates for insurer coverage of hormone therapy.
Nearly one in four women under age 50 believe that health influencers are as reliable as healthcare providers.
An analysis of five years of U.S. maternal mortality data reveals significant state-to-state differences in causes of death.
A nonprofit representing thousands of physicians is suing to restore access to public health data.
Amid administrative chaos, the NIH acting director assured that key research projects would proceed.
An intimate essay describes the overwhelming stress of a high-risk pregnancy designation.
A study underscores that preventing preeclampsia is key to reducing serious postpartum complications.
A study comparing sisters of women with and without pregnancy complications found that genetic and environmental factors may drive cardiovascular disease risk.
A California study found that over 60% of pregnancy-related hemorrhage deaths were preventable due to delays in response and inadequate management.