August 23, 2024 Chicago schools' sex ed curriculum teaches elementary school kids about gender identity, puberty blockers Chicago Public Schools' sex education curriculum begins as soon as kindergarten, teaching kids first about human anatomy, followed by first-grade lessons about "gender identity."
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 19, 2024 First at-home syphilis antibody test gets FDA authorization as STD cases spike in US The first at-home, over-the-counter syphilis antibody test has been granted marketing authorization by the FDA. Experts weigh in on the significance of accessible testing as STI cases rise in the U.S.
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.