Lebanon has a healthcare system that has shown it can handle a lot. But there's a big problem that isn't getting enough attention: sexual and reproductive health and rights, or SRHR. This isn't just about one thing. It's a mix of political mess, old-fashioned views, and not enough money going to the right places. People in Lebanon have promised to follow internation...
In Isare, a big problem is that many people don't have enough information or access to birth control. This leads to more unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections. Nurses can help change this by teaching and spreading the word about contraception. To understand how nurses can make a difference, researchers talked to 72 people in the community and hea...
People have different ideas about what counts as an abortion. This isn't just a medical or legal question. It's also about what everyday folks think. A recent study looked into this by asking over 2, 600 people from three western U. S. states what they consider abortion. The study found that people aren't always on the same page. Only one scenario—having a procedure...
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)...