We may one day grow babies outside the womb, but there are many things to consider first

by Neera Bhatia and Evie Kendal,The ConversationCredit: Andy Kuzma from PexelsThe idea of growing babies outside the body has inspirednovels and moviesfor decades.Now, research group

Updated on: March 09,2024

We may one day grow babies outside the womb, but there are many things to consider first

by Neera Bhatia and Evie Kendal,The ConversationCredit: Andy Kuzma from PexelsThe idea of growing babies outside the body has inspirednovels and moviesfor decades.Now, research group

Updated on:March 09,2024

Study: Defective ion channel in sperm flagellum renders men infertile, affects medically assisted reproduction

by Kathrin Kottke,University of MünsterBeating pattern of a human sperm cell before (left) und after (right) activation of CatSper. The more powerful beat is required to fertilize the egg. Credi

Updated on: January 12,2024

Study: Defective ion channel in sperm flagellum renders men infertile, affects medically assisted reproduction

by Kathrin Kottke,University of MünsterBeating pattern of a human sperm cell before (left) und after (right) activation of CatSper. The more powerful beat is required to fertilize the egg. Credi

Updated on:January 12,2024

Study finds similar association of progestogen-only and combined hormonal contraceptives with breast cancer risk

by Public Library of ScienceResearchers find similar association of progestogen-only and combined hormonal contraceptives with breast cancer risk. Credit: Reproductive Health Supplies Coalition (

Updated on: June 07,2024

Study finds similar association of progestogen-only and combined hormonal contraceptives with breast cancer risk

by Public Library of ScienceResearchers find similar association of progestogen-only and combined hormonal contraceptives with breast cancer risk. Credit: Reproductive Health Supplies Coalition (

Updated on:June 07,2024

First large study of hair relaxers among black women finds increased risk of uterine cancer

byBoston University School of MedicineCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainChemical hair relaxers are heavily marketed to, and commonly used by, Black women to straighten curly or tightly coiled hai

Updated on: January 17,2024

First large study of hair relaxers among black women finds increased risk of uterine cancer

byBoston University School of MedicineCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainChemical hair relaxers are heavily marketed to, and commonly used by, Black women to straighten curly or tightly coiled hai

Updated on:January 17,2024

Researchers shed light on protein's role in lactation as well as breast cancer

byThe Spanish National Cancer Research CentreAlveoli in the second pregnancy recovering milk production function after removal of the RANK protein. The green areas correspond to luminal cells wi

Updated on: January 18,2024

Researchers shed light on protein's role in lactation as well as breast cancer

byThe Spanish National Cancer Research CentreAlveoli in the second pregnancy recovering milk production function after removal of the RANK protein. The green areas correspond to luminal cells wi

Updated on:January 18,2024

Study finds waist circumference predicts infertility in child-bearing-aged women

by Lori SolomonWaist circumference (WC) is a positive predictor of female infertility, independent of body mass index (BMI), according to a study published online Dec. 20 inPLOS ONE.Jierong Ke,

Updated on: December 28,2023

Study finds waist circumference predicts infertility in child-bearing-aged women

by Lori SolomonWaist circumference (WC) is a positive predictor of female infertility, independent of body mass index (BMI), according to a study published online Dec. 20 inPLOS ONE.Jierong Ke,

Updated on:December 28,2023

One in six Australian women in their 30s have had an abortion – and we're starting to understand why

by Jayne Lucke And Angela Taft,The ConversationWomen aged in their 20s are more likely to have an abortion than women in their 30s. Credit: Kirsts Luhaers/UnsplashAbortion is acommon exper

Updated on: April 11,2024

One in six Australian women in their 30s have had an abortion – and we're starting to understand why

by Jayne Lucke And Angela Taft,The ConversationWomen aged in their 20s are more likely to have an abortion than women in their 30s. Credit: Kirsts Luhaers/UnsplashAbortion is acommon exper

Updated on:April 11,2024

New survey confirms need for more menopause education in residency programs

by The Menopause SocietyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainDespite the fact that nearly 90 million women in the United States are projected to be postmenopausal by 2060, menopause remains low on the pri

Updated on: January 21,2024

New survey confirms need for more menopause education in residency programs

by The Menopause SocietyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainDespite the fact that nearly 90 million women in the United States are projected to be postmenopausal by 2060, menopause remains low on the pri

Updated on:January 21,2024

Youngest girls who get pregnant have highest risk of poor outcomes, study finds

by University of Maryland School of MedicineCredit: CC0 Public DomainPregnant teens in the U.S. have long been known to face increased health risks and pregnancy complications, but a new study fo

Updated on: May 31,2024

Youngest girls who get pregnant have highest risk of poor outcomes, study finds

by University of Maryland School of MedicineCredit: CC0 Public DomainPregnant teens in the U.S. have long been known to face increased health risks and pregnancy complications, but a new study fo

Updated on:May 31,2024

Five old contraception methods that show why the pill was a medical breakthrough

by Susan Walker,The ConversationThe wishbone pessary didn’t look comfortable. Credit:Science Museum Group Collection,CC BY-NCIf you have access to it, it's easy to take today&#39

Updated on: January 21,2024

Five old contraception methods that show why the pill was a medical breakthrough

by Susan Walker,The ConversationThe wishbone pessary didn’t look comfortable. Credit:Science Museum Group Collection,CC BY-NCIf you have access to it, it's easy to take today&#39

Updated on:January 21,2024