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Mar 01 2025HEALTH

Oura Ring: Big Steps for Women's Health

Imagine tracking your health with a wearable device and getting personalized insights about your menstrual cycle and pregnancy. This is now possible with the latest updates from Oura Ring. The Oura Ring has teamed up with the Scripps Research Digital Trials Center for a big study. They are

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Feb 28 2025HEALTH

Dads' Feelings Matter: A Look at Pregnancy in Ethiopia

Pregnancy is a big deal, and not just for the moms-to-be. Dads play a huge role too, especially when it comes to their emotions. In Ethiopia, a group of researchers wanted to find out how dads felt when they found out about their partner's pregnancy. They asked pregnant women to share their husband'

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Feb 28 2025HEALTH

Pregnancy and High Blood Pressure: A Global Concern

High blood pressure during pregnancy is a serious issue that affects both mothers and babies worldwide. Doctors aren't sure exactly why it happens, but it seems to be a mix of things the mother can and can't control, plus changes in the placenta. This can lead to problems in other parts of the body.

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Feb 26 2025HEALTH

Why Some Parents Drop Out of Bereavement Studies

Parents who experience the loss of a child during pregnancy or soon after birth face an incredibly difficult journey. Researchers wanted to understand why some parents choose not to participate in studies about this topic, and why others drop out over time. They looked at data from Denmark, focusing

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Mothers in Pakistan: Who's Missing Out on Crucial Pregnancy Care?

Pregnancy is a significant journey, and having the right support can greatly influence the outcome. In Pakistan, there are notable gaps in the reproductive health services that women receive. This isn't just about convenience; it's a matter of life and death. We're discussing essential services like

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Pregnancy and Your Meds: What's Going On?

Pregnancy is a big deal for a woman's body. It changes how medicines work in the liver. This is important because many medicines are processed by the liver. The liver's job is to break down and get rid of medicines. During pregnancy, the liver might not work as well. This can change how much medicin

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Feb 22 2025HEALTH

Malaria in Pregnancy: A New Way to Fight Back

Malaria is a big problem for pregnant women in Kinshasa, DRC. The usual way to prevent it, using a drug called sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine, isn't working as well as it used to. This is because the malaria parasite, Plasmodium falciparum, has become resistant to the drug. So, scientists had to think of

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Pregnancy and High-Intensity Workouts: What's the Verdict?

Pregnancy is a time of many changes, and one big question is about exercise. Doctors often suggest moderate to high-intensity workouts for pregnant women. Yet, many pregnant women don't do high-intensity exercise. Why is that? And what does science say about it? First, let's talk about the benefits

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Smoking and Pregnancy: What About Heated Tobacco?

Pregnancy is a delicate time, and anything that could harm the baby is a big concern. One major issue is placental abruption, or PA, where the placenta separates from the uterus before delivery. This can be very dangerous for both the mother and the baby. Smoking during pregnancy has long been known

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Preparing for Baby: Why Your Pre-Pregnancy Choices Matter

Pregnancy is more than just the nine months leading up to the baby's arrival. It's a journey that begins much earlier, with choices that can greatly impact the baby's health. This isn't just about what you eat or how much you exercise, though those are important. It's about understanding how your da

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