Women suing over Idaho abortion ban say they felt like "medical refugees"Women are challenging Idaho's strict abortion laws to clarify exceptions for serious pregnancy complications, not seeking to overturn the ban itself.
Better mental health care around pregnancy exists I've seen it. Why aren't all women getting it? | Rhiannon Lucy CosslettImproved perinatal mental health support is crucial as suicide is the leading cause of maternal death in the UK after childbirth.
Women suing over Idaho abortion ban say they felt like "medical refugees"Women are challenging Idaho's strict abortion laws to clarify exceptions for serious pregnancy complications, not seeking to overturn the ban itself.
Better mental health care around pregnancy exists I've seen it. Why aren't all women getting it? | Rhiannon Lucy CosslettImproved perinatal mental health support is crucial as suicide is the leading cause of maternal death in the UK after childbirth.
Deadly high blood pressure during pregnancy is on the riseIncreased awareness and detection of maternal high blood pressure is crucial to reducing stroke and mortality risks during pregnancy.
Pregnant women should be tested for diabetes far earlier, study suggestsPregnant women should be tested for diabetes earlier, before 14 weeks, to prevent complications during and after pregnancy.
The silent epidemic within the maternal health crisisBreana Williams' traumatic pregnancy experience underscores the maternal health crisis in the U.S., where severe complications like preeclampsia are alarmingly common.
The Texas Ob-Gyn ExodusDoctors providing maternal care are increasingly leaving states with strict abortion laws, leading to reduced services for patients.
You Know A Lot Less About the Placenta Than You ThinkUnderstanding the placenta's role in pregnancy complications like stillbirth is crucial for improving maternal and infant health outcomes.
Can a car ride help your health? For South Florida maternity patients, it's an issueGreen Cars For Kids provides free transportation for low-income pregnant women to reduce complications and improve access to prenatal care.
Deadly high blood pressure during pregnancy is on the riseIncreased awareness and detection of maternal high blood pressure is crucial to reducing stroke and mortality risks during pregnancy.
Pregnant women should be tested for diabetes far earlier, study suggestsPregnant women should be tested for diabetes earlier, before 14 weeks, to prevent complications during and after pregnancy.
The silent epidemic within the maternal health crisisBreana Williams' traumatic pregnancy experience underscores the maternal health crisis in the U.S., where severe complications like preeclampsia are alarmingly common.
The Texas Ob-Gyn ExodusDoctors providing maternal care are increasingly leaving states with strict abortion laws, leading to reduced services for patients.
You Know A Lot Less About the Placenta Than You ThinkUnderstanding the placenta's role in pregnancy complications like stillbirth is crucial for improving maternal and infant health outcomes.
Can a car ride help your health? For South Florida maternity patients, it's an issueGreen Cars For Kids provides free transportation for low-income pregnant women to reduce complications and improve access to prenatal care.
Mom, 30, was 'clinically dead' for 45 minutes. When she woke, she found out she gave birth to tripletsMarisa Christie's planned C-section led to an unexpected amniotic fluid embolism, resulting in memory loss of her triplet delivery.
DNC to Feature Women With Distressing Post-Roe Abortion Stories Monday NightThe overturning of Roe v. Wade has severely impacted pregnant individuals' health care options across the U.S.
Anti-Abortion Advocates Press Trump for More Restrictions as Abortion Pill Sales Spike | KQEDThe safety of pregnant individuals is at risk due to restrictive abortion laws and lack of legal clarity.
DNC to Feature Women With Distressing Post-Roe Abortion Stories Monday NightThe overturning of Roe v. Wade has severely impacted pregnant individuals' health care options across the U.S.
Anti-Abortion Advocates Press Trump for More Restrictions as Abortion Pill Sales Spike | KQEDThe safety of pregnant individuals is at risk due to restrictive abortion laws and lack of legal clarity.
Her life was at risk. She needed an abortion. Insurance refused to payNew abortion laws complicate healthcare access during pregnancy, particularly in cases of miscarriage.
Men have a biological clock too. Here's what's more likely when dads are over 50Men's fertility declines with age, impacting pregnancy outcomes.Older fathers face significant risks including preterm birth and low birth weight.
Naomi Osaka says she doesn't want many more kids because giving birth was 'traumatic'Naomi Osaka does not plan to have many more children due to her traumatic childbirth experience.
She Needed an Emergency Abortion. Doctors in Idaho Put Her on a Plane.Access to emergency medical care, including abortions, can be restricted in states with bans, highlighting the complexities and challenges pregnant women face in such situations.
Pregnant women are being left to bleed or miscarry in public restrooms because doctors are too scared to treat them, lawsuit claimsWomen experiencing medical emergencies related to pregnancy are being turned away or negligently treated in some hospitals, violating federal regulations and putting their lives at risk.
She Needed an Emergency Abortion. Doctors in Idaho Put Her on a Plane.Access to emergency medical care, including abortions, can be restricted in states with bans, highlighting the complexities and challenges pregnant women face in such situations.
Pregnant women are being left to bleed or miscarry in public restrooms because doctors are too scared to treat them, lawsuit claimsWomen experiencing medical emergencies related to pregnancy are being turned away or negligently treated in some hospitals, violating federal regulations and putting their lives at risk.
Despite Fed Rule, More Than 100 Pregnant People Denied Care by Hospitals and ERs Since 2022Doctors face potential legal consequences due to vague exceptions in abortion laws.
Texas Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to State's Abortion Law Over Medical ExceptionsThe Texas Supreme Court upheld a restrictive abortion ban despite concerns over clarity and exceptions for pregnancy complications.
Heatwaves increase risk of early births and poorer health in babies, study findsHeatwaves increase preterm births, impacting baby's health; vulnerable groups like Black, Hispanic, lower-income more affected; climate crisis intensifies extreme heat.
Aspirin Can Prevent a Deadly Pregnancy Complication. Why Aren't Women Told?Daily low-dose aspirin can benefit pregnant women at risk of pre-eclampsia, reducing complications and maternal mortality rates.
They have no options': Texas court dims hope of timely abortion care for high-risk patientsTexas's severe abortion bans can lead to traumatic situations for pregnant individuals with high-risk pregnancies.
After US Supreme Court decision, Florida issues more rules around emergency abortion careFlorida issued new rules clarifying emergency abortion care after a Supreme Court decision, ensuring medical providers know how to respond to pregnant women in peril.
Why providers say abortion ban exceptions continue to cause confusionFlorida's recent abortion law has created confusion and fear among doctors, potentially leading to fewer medical interventions for pregnant individuals in need.