Psychological therapies found effective against childbirth-related PTSD
June 17th 2024A recent analysis found decreased incidence and symptom frequency of childbirth-related posttraumatic stress disorder following multiple therapies, ranging from cognitive behavioral therapy to music therapy.
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Supreme Court retains nationwide access to mifepristone
Published: June 13th 2024 | Updated: June 13th 2024In a unanimous ruling, the Supreme Court rejected a challenge by antiabortion doctors, maintaining nationwide access to mifepristone for medication abortions and reversing a lower court's decision to restrict the pill's availability.
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Guidelines released to boost cervical cancer screening in high-income countries
June 12th 2024The ACCESS Consensus Group's new guidelines aim to enhance cervical cancer screening and reduce mortality rates in high-income countries, emphasizing the urgent need for increased participation and innovative approaches such as self-sampling.
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Sex-based disparities for hospital quality linked to increased female mortality rate
June 11th 2024A recent study reveals that female Medicare beneficiaries face a significant increase in mortality disparity compared to male beneficiaries, particularly at lower-quality hospitals, underscoring the need for equitable access to high-quality care.
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Rising prevalence of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy reported
June 10th 2024A recent study reveals a significant increase in hypertensive disorders among pregnant individuals in the United States from 2010 to 2021, highlighting the need for focused public health measures to mitigate modifiable risk factors.
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Early antibiotic exposure not linked to neurodevelopmental disorders
June 10th 2024A recent study concludes that antibiotic use during pregnancy or infancy is not associated with increased risks of autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disorder, or language disorder, though a slight increase in epilepsy risk was observed.
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Metabolites linked to neurodevelopmental outcomes in high-risk ASD infants
June 5th 2024A recent study reveals significant correlations between placental and cord serum metabolism at delivery, influencing neurodevelopmental outcomes in children with a high familial risk of autism spectrum disorder.
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Out-of-state abortion travel and care delays increased in Washington post-Dobbs
June 3rd 2024A study revealed that the Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision has led to more out-of-state abortions and longer gestation periods in states such as Washington with legalized abortion.
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Addressing maternal health inequities: Insights from CDC's Wanda Barfield
May 31st 2024Wanda Barfield, MD, MPH, highlights significant racial disparities in maternal mortality and emphasizes the importance of collaborative efforts and data-driven approaches to improve maternal health outcomes in the United States.
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Reduced therapy attendance near childbirth reported among US military service members
May 30th 2024A study found a significant decline in mental health therapy sessions among US military parents during the months surrounding childbirth, highlighting the need for more accessible treatment options.
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