HEALTH 2 days ago Lack of sleep during pregnancy could impact baby's development, study reveals New research found that short sleep duration in pregnant women can lead to neurodevelopmental delays in their children after they are born. Experts discuss the risks and how to prevent them.
HEALTH 3 days ago Best friends have babies on the same day, at the same hospital: ‘Can’t make this stuff up’ Two best friends got to experience one of life’s most meaningful experiences together — becoming mothers — and it was caught on camera. See the heartwarming video!
VIDEO 3 days ago After shared pregnancy announcement, Florida best friends give birth at same hospital on same day A pair of best friends from Florida have been on their pregnancy journey together since the beginning, but the two were stunned when they unexpectedly gave birth to their sons on the same day, in the same delivery room, only a few hours apart.
HEALTH September 26 Federal judge orders EPA further regulate fluoride in drinking water due to concerns over lowered IQ in kids A federal judge in California has ruled that scientific evidence of fluoride’s health risks when ingested at current levels requires stricter regulation under the 2016 Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).
HEALTH September 24 Best and worst bedtimes for various generations If you don't get enough sleep, you'll find it difficult to properly function throughout the day. Various generations need different amounts of sleep to function properly.
Women's Health September 20 During pregnancy, a woman's brain experiences 'profound changes,' new study finds A new study mapped how the brain responds to rapid hormonal changes during pregnancy, which could explain a wide range of experiences that pregnant women have, according to experts.
HEALTH August 20 Parvovirus or ‘slapped cheek disease’ is on the rise, CDC warns: Here’s what to know A respiratory disease known as parvovirus B19 is on the rise in the U.S. among all age groups, according to a recent advisory from the CDC. Experts share symptoms, treatment and high-risk groups.
POLITICS August 15 'Pregnant persons': Ohio Sen Sherrod Brown scrubbed 'women' from bill on pregnancy Sen. Brown erased women from his most recent version of a bill relating to health insurance enrollment periods for pregnant women.
REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH August 13 Americans are having fewer babies as birth rate hits historic low, CDC reveals The U.S. birth rate has been on a steady decline, as fewer Americans are having kids. Experts weigh in on varying factors, including career, cost and mental health, that could be deterring people.
REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH August 13 Pain relief for IUD insertion: CDC updates its recommended guidance to help women The CDC released new guidance in its U.S. Selected Practice Recommendations for Contraceptive Use, 2024, on how providers can help manage patients' pain during IUD insertions.