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Female Triathletes May Have Greater Risk for Pelvic Disorders
Training for triathlons puts a lot of physical stress on the body. For female triathletes, special issues may arise that are often overlooked.
Lending a Hand to Moms of Preemies
The birth of a new baby, while joyful, can also bring a great deal of stress and anxiety — especially if the child arrived well before the due date.
Some Fertility Medicines More Effective Than Others
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome can have a difficult time trying to become pregnant and often take medication to help with fertility. But some medicines may be more effective than others.
Birth Control Method Might Increase Diabetes Risk
Many factors can affect a woman's decision about birth control methods, and an increased risk for diabetes may be one of them.
Pelvic Exams for Women May Be Unnecessary, Says ACP
There is one procedure that has been part of a woman's routine exam but which may no longer be considered necessary or advisable.
Obesity's Role in Newborn Fat Mass
Parents play a crucial part in keeping their children healthy. For mothers, that influence starts when their baby is in the womb.
FDA and EPA Update Advice on Eating Fish
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today updated advice for pregnant women and young children about eating fish.
FDA Issues Advice on Eating Fish
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today issued draft updated advice on fish consumption.
Hormonal Disorder Linked to Pregnancy Complications
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome tend to have more complications in pregnancy — an observation that led researchers to look for a possible reason.
Daughter's Hormone Disorder Might Affect Mother's Health
When diseases are passed down through families, it's usually from parents to their children. But sometimes a daughter or son's poor health can put their parent's health at risk later in life.