September 24, 2024 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.
September 20, 2024 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.
August 20, 2024 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.
August 15, 2024 '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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.