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Americans are having fewer babies as birth rate hits historic low, CDC reveals

August 13, 2024

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.

Pain relief for IUD insertion: CDC updates its recommended guidance to help women

August 13, 2024

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.

Naomi Osaka laments 'postpartum'-like body issues amid tennis struggles a year after childbirth

August 13, 2024

Naomi Osaka laments 'postpartum'-like body issues amid tennis struggles a year after childbirth

Women's tennis star Naomi Osaka opened up about her physical struggles in her sport in recent months after returning from her first pregnancy.

8 top health stories of the week: What you must know about AI advances, rare diseases and more

August 11, 2024

8 top health stories of the week: What you must know about AI advances, rare diseases and more

This week's health story roundup includes the birth of conjoined twins, AI technology that detects dementia, warnings about Ozempic and surgery, and much more.

Atlanta couple’s conjoined twin daughters, fused at the heart, lived for just 1 hour: ‘Gift from God’

August 9, 2024

Atlanta couple’s conjoined twin daughters, fused at the heart, lived for just 1 hour: ‘Gift from God’

Breana and Matthew Dell welcomed conjoined twins in February, who were only alive for an hour. Breana Dell shares the heartbreaking yet awe-inspiring experience with Fox News Digital.

Some pregnant women use castor oil to speed up labor, but experts say it's not for everyone

August 4, 2024

Some pregnant women use castor oil to speed up labor, but experts say it's not for everyone

Women's health experts weighed in on the use of castor oil for inducing pregnancy after the method goes viral on TikTok, pointing out potential safety concerns.

Texas sues Biden administration over program giving birth control to teens without parents' knowledge

July 26, 2024

Texas sues Biden administration over program giving birth control to teens without parents' knowledge

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is challenging a federal ban on parental consent requirements for Title X programs distributing birth control to teenagers.

The world's 1st 'test tube baby' turns 46 years old, over 6 million babies born through IVF since 1978

July 25, 2024

The world's 1st 'test tube baby' turns 46 years old, over 6 million babies born through IVF since 1978

Louise Joy Brown was the first baby in the world born through in vitro fertilization (IVF). Today, there have been millions of babies born through IVF.

Man refuses to 'financially support' his sister, a single mother-to-be, as thousands react to the drama

July 20, 2024

Man refuses to 'financially support' his sister, a single mother-to-be, as thousands react to the drama

A family drama described on Reddit has elicited thousands of reactions as a man in his early 30s says his sister, a single mom-to-be, wants him to help support her during her pregnancy.

Mom-to-be 'ruins' her own gender reveal party after dad's girlfriend forces it on her

July 14, 2024

Mom-to-be 'ruins' her own gender reveal party after dad's girlfriend forces it on her

A mom-to-be of a baby boy told her family she did not want a gender reveal party — but the girlfriend of her father insisted on throwing one. The story posted on Reddit has gone viral.