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Air pollution could be threatening the success of IVF, new study finds
Researchers say that air pollution impacts both the egg and sperm — and the resulting embryo quality.
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When pregnancy makes you a target
Pregnant people are more likely to die by homicide than any obstetric-related cause — particularly if they are young or Black. These three women are seeking justice for their daughters.
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Postpartum depression is costing the United States billions. Can cities help?
From Philadelphia to Flint, cities are experimenting with guaranteed income programs to help ease new and expectant mothers’ financial stress.
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Doulas test ways to curb Memphis’ Black maternal, infant deaths
Research shows they are key to better health outcomes. Several efforts, including the city’s first doula support center, are tapping into that. -
Inside Rep. Jennifer Wexton’s emotional final meeting with the families who started it all
In a "full circle moment," Wexton met with parents of children with disabilities and complex medical needs to discuss her legacy and what comes next.
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How abortion rights groups are preparing for the next Trump administration
Abortion rights groups are pivoting away from ballot initiatives and starting to go on defense.
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Trump picks Dr. Oz, the celebrity TV doctor, to run Medicare and Medicaid
Oz, who has a history of making degrading remarks about women, has no government experience. As a candidate for Senate in 2022, he expressed opposition to abortion at any point in pregnancy.
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They shared their abortion stories on the campaign trail. They’re not done fighting.
The 2024 election put unprecedented focus on the experiences of people who sought abortions. They won't stop telling their stories with Trump in office.
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Where Trump HHS pick RFK Jr. stands on vaccines, abortion and LGBTQ+ issues
The department has vast power to influence an array of areas, including disease prevention and monitoring, LGBTQ+ health access and reproductive health.
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Pay first, deliver later: Some pregnant people are being asked to prepay for their baby
Pregnant people are being asked to make large cash payments months before they deliver their babies. Some patient advocates worry this billing practice allows providers to hold treatment hostage.