Ghana is home to a large number of young people. This makes it crucial to focus on adolescent sexual and reproductive health (ASRH). This is a big part of the global health goals. These goals aim to make sure everyone has access to good healthcare. In Africa, it is especially important to improve ASRH services. This is because many young people face unmet needs in th...
The final stretch to meet the Sustainable Development Goals is here. The world is facing a global polycrisis. This is making it tough to improve health and well-being. Those who are most vulnerable, especially women, girls, and young people in low- and middle-income countries, are feeling the strain the most. The goal of giving everyone access to sexual and repro...
The world is facing a massive health crisis. It is not a virus or a disease. It is climate change. This crisis is affecting everyone, but it is hitting women the hardest. This is especially true when it comes to their sexual and reproductive health. Understanding how climate change affects women's health is crucial. It is the first step in finding solutions that work...
Birth control methods have evolved far beyond just preventing pregnancy. Many people use them to manage or even skip their periods. This is done through continuous use of hormonal birth control, which means no breaks from the hormones. This approach can stop the usual bleeding, cramps, and other period-related symptoms. Social media is full of discussions about this,...
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is under pressure to review the safety of mifepristone, a medication commonly used in abortions. This push comes from Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. He cited a recent report that claims a much higher rate of serious complications from the drug than previously known. The report, however, has been critic...
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a big deal globally. They cause a lot of health problems and even deaths, especially in developing countries. They mess with reproductive health, child health, and even spread HIV. So, it's crucial to understand why they're so common among women in Ivory Coast. In 2021, a big survey was done in Ivory Coast. It looked at lot...
Uranium is everywhere in the environment. It is impossible to avoid it. Low levels of uranium are present in the environment. It is a fact that humans are exposed to it. This exposure has raised concerns about its effects on reproduction. The focus of this study was on the reproductive system of male mice. The goal was to see if Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN)...
In Angola and Zambia, a recent study has shed light on an often overlooked factor in women's reproductive health: the influence of their male partners. These countries are part of a group that has agreed to promote women's reproductive health. However, many studies have missed the mark by not considering the role of men in this area. This study aimed to fill that gap...
The Dobbs decision has shaken up the world of obstetrics and gynecology. It’s not just about the politics. It’s about where doctors choose to practice. The impact of state laws on abortion is a big deal. It affects who has access to reproductive health care and how good that care is. OBGYNs are thinking twice about where they set up shop. States with strict...
Ozone, a common air pollutant, has been linked to a significant drop in fertility rates in China. This connection has not been widely explored, despite ozone's strong oxidative properties. A recent study shed light on this issue by gathering data from over 10, 000 couples trying to conceive. The study used advanced models to estimate each participant's exposure to oz...