October 03, 2024

Melania Trump Backs Abortion Rights

"Why should anyone other than the woman herself have the power to determine what she does with her own body?"

Reuters

October 02, 2024

Teen Prediabetes: A Hidden Risk for Pregnancy Complications

New study finds preconception prediabetes in teens and young adults more than doubles gestational diabetes risk, suggesting a critical window for early intervention and screening.

Conexiant

October 02, 2024

Diabetes Screening Practices in Women With PCOS

Close to 75% of women with polycystic ovary syndrome were screened for diabetes, but only 19% were screened using the recommended oral glucose tolerance test.

Conexiant

September 30, 2024

Fertility Treatments and Cardiac Risks: New Data Emerges

In a study of over 7.7 million births, children conceived through assisted reproductive technology showed a higher risk of major congenital heart defects compared to those conceived naturally, prompting a reevaluation of prenatal cardiac screening protocols.

Conexiant

September 27, 2024

Over 3,600 Food Contact Chemicals Found in Humans

Eighty FCCs had properties that warrant further investigation for potential health concerns, such as carcinogenic, mutagenic, and reproductive toxicity.

Conexiant

September 27, 2024

76 Potential Mammary Carcinogens Found in Food Packaging

"A balance between protecting public health and the environment, and maintaining technological and economic viability, will need to be found."

Conexiant

September 26, 2024

Study: Pregnancy Iron Deficiency Surges by Trimester

New study reveals over 80% of women become iron deficient by third trimester, even in high-resource settings, challenging current screening practices.

Conexiant

September 24, 2024

Endometriosis Study Conceives New Fertility Insights

U.S. study of 51 million women reveals infertility triples endometriosis odds, spotlighting a reproductive health conundrum.

Conexiant

September 24, 2024

Rise in Deadly Pregnancy-Related High Blood Pressure

Rising rates of high blood pressure in pregnancy are leading to increased maternal mortality. Learn how medical experts are addressing this concerning trend.

KFF Health News