Women's Health - Page 40

January 26, 2024

FDA approves first at-home sterile insemination kit to help with infertility: 'Gives me goosebumps'

Dr. Jennifer Hintzsche of Illinois developed the PherDal at-home insemination kit after struggles with her own infertility. Hintzsche and fertility specialist Dr. Remm Sabouni shared insights.

January 26, 2024

Doctors told woman she was too young for a colonoscopy. Then she was diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer

Brooks Bell was 38 when she was diagnosed with colon cancer. Now, she is raising awareness and screenings among young people. Gastroenterologist Austin Chiang also weighed in.

January 22, 2024

On this day in history, January 22, 1973, Supreme Court issues landmark Roe v. Wade decision

On this day in history, Jan. 22, 1973, the Supreme Court made its decision in the historic abortion regulation court case — Roe v. Wade. The 7-2 ruling stood for nearly 50 years.

January 19, 2024

Is it ever OK to touch a pregnant woman’s belly? Experts and moms weigh in

For most women, a pregnant belly is a miracle to celebrate — but not necessarily an open invitation to touch. Etiquette experts and mothers weigh in on the topic.

January 17, 2024

Colorectal cancer is now leading cause of death among young adults with cancer: new report

Colorectal cancer is now among the leading causes of cancer deaths among young adults, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society. A cancer doctor shared insights.

January 16, 2024

These 8 health screenings should be on your calendar for 2024, according to doctors

The New Year is a great time to take stock of recommended health screenings and get them on the calendar, experts say. Here are 8 of the recommended preventive tests.

January 15, 2024

Sleep disruptions due to night sweats: When should you see a doctor?

Excessive sweating at night can be caused by a multitude of health issues or conditions, according to medical experts. Here's what to know and what steps to take if this affects you.

January 11, 2024

Pro athlete 'scared' for female boxers amid change letting trans women in the ring: 'Only a matter of time'

Skateboarder Taylor Silverman says USA Boxing permitting trans fighters in the ring with biological women is "absolutely ridiculous" and will lead to injury — or worse.

January 9, 2024

Annual breast cancer screenings linked to lower risk of death, study finds

Women who were screened for breast cancer on a yearly basis were shown to have a 17% lower risk of death compared to those who received screenings every two years, according to a new study.

January 5, 2024

Meet the American who helped save millions of newborn babies, Dr. Virginia Apgar, physician and musician

Dr. Virginia Apgar of New Jersey created the Apgar score, widely used worldwide to diagnose newborn babies. She's credited with helping to save the lives of millions of babies.