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Groundbreaking study reveals secrets of Drosophila uterus

You have likely not spent much time thinking about the uterus of the fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster.

26 Oct 2024

Marylanders to vote on expansive ‘right to reproductive freedom’

Voters in 10 states will consider whether or not to protect or expand abortion rights in November. That includes battleground states such as Arizona and Nevada and such Republican strongholds as South Dakota and Missouri.

23 Oct 2024

THELMA project examines impact of algorithmic surveillance on women's reproductive health

In a context of demographic decline, algorithmic surveillance of reproductive health could be used to covertly control reproductive decisions, increase inequalities and violate women's rights.

22 Oct 2024

Studies reveal unique challenges faced by younger patients with colorectal cancer

Younger adults with colon cancer tend to be diagnosed at a later stage and have more aggressive types of tumors.

18 Oct 2024

California continues progressive policies, with restraint, in divisive election year

This year, Gov. Gavin Newsom affirmed abortion access, calling California "a proud reproductive freedom state" and criticizing Republicans across the country for trying to take away families' rights.

18 Oct 2024

Study suggests chain fertility clinics improve IVF outcomes

In the U.S., demand for in vitro fertilization (IVF) increased almost 140% between 2004 and 2018. Among other things, this trend suggests a business opportunity; in that same span of time the market share of for-profit chain clinics grew from 5% to 20%, with chains now performing over 40% of IVF treatment cycles nationwide.

17 Oct 2024

Study reveals emotional eating risks in middle-aged women with PCOS

Emotional eating and uncontrolled eating are more common in middle-aged women diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

17 Oct 2024

Transposons play essential role in early human development

A critical transition in early human development is regulated not by our own genes, but by DNA elements called transposons that can move around the genome, Sinai Health researchers have found.

16 Oct 2024

Understanding the impact of sperm DNA damage on IVF pregnancy risks

For the first time, researchers have linked specific frequent defects in sperm to risk of pregnancy complications and negative impacts on the health of the baby.

12 Oct 2024

Eating more beans leads to weight loss and better nutrition

Adults who consume beans show higher intake of essential nutrients, better diet quality, and improved weight outcomes, highlighting the health benefits of beans.

8 Oct 2024

Study reveals diverse lengths of luteal phases in healthy women

The current expectation is that every ovulatory menstrual cycle will have a luteal phase (the time from egg released until the next flow) that lasts approximately 14 days.

7 Oct 2024

How carnitine transporters boost reproductive health

Research uncovers the critical role of carnitine transporters in maintaining fertility by regulating energy metabolism and protecting reproductive cells from oxidative stress. It suggests new pathways for treating infertility through carnitine supplementation and targeted therapies.

6 Oct 2024

Implantable device revolutionizes thyroid management

A Carnegie Mellon University-led team has secured an award of up to $42 million from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) to accelerate the development of implantable, cell-based bioelectronic devices that deliver patient-specific therapy and monitor disease status, for conditions like hypo- and hyperthyroidism, in real time.

3 Oct 2024

Vance-Walz debate highlighted clear health policy differences

Ohio Republican Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Democratic Gov. Tim Walz met in an Oct. 1 vice presidential debate hosted by CBS News that was cordial and heavy on policy discussion — a striking change from the Sept. 10 debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.

2 Oct 2024

Study finds microplastics in semen and urine, linking PTFE exposure to lower sperm count

Researchers in China found multiple types of microplastics in human semen and urine, with exposure to PTFE significantly linked to reduced sperm quality, highlighting potential reproductive health risks.

1 Oct 2024

Vitamin B12 boosts testosterone levels in men with infertility

Research finds that higher serum vitamin B12 levels are associated with improved testosterone concentrations in men with infertility, but no impact on other reproductive hormones.

30 Sep 2024

Study reveals impact of overdose deaths on U.S. children

An estimated 1.4 million U.S. children -- 2% of all children nationwide-;had lost a family member to a drug overdose as of 2019, according to a study by researchers at the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences and Pennsylvania State University.

30 Sep 2024

Glutathione found to significantly reduce acetaldehyde levels and help relieve hangovers

Study demonstrates that glutathione (GSH) significantly reduces acetaldehyde levels, a key factor in hangovers, though subjective symptoms showed little difference between groups. Pharmacokinetic data indicate that GSH accelerates acetaldehyde clearance, providing potential relief from hangover symptoms.

29 Sep 2024

Research reveals 36% higher heart defect risk in IVF babies

The risk of being born with a major heart defect is 36% higher in babies who were conceived after assisted reproductive technology, such as in vitro fertilization (IVF), according to results of a very large study published in the European Heart Journal today (Friday).

26 Sep 2024

Could microalgae be the secret weapon to ending global hunger and saving the planet?

Researchers highlight the potential of commercially farmed microalgae to combat global undernutrition by providing essential nutrients and reducing environmental impacts.