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Anti-aging supplement: A fountain of hope for would-be mothers

According to the American Pregnancy Association, six million women a year deal with infertility. Now, a Tel Aviv University study is giving new hope to women who want to conceive ― in the form of a pill they can find on their drugstore shelves right now.

2 Jul 2010

Abortion opponents focusing legislative efforts on the fetus

NPR explores a recent flurry of state legislative efforts to restrict abortions and the new strategy by groups opposed to the procedure. "More than a dozen states passed new laws aimed at limiting abortion this year.

2 Jul 2010

AstraZeneca announces new support program for patients on ARIMIDEX

AstraZeneca today announced a new patient support program for postmenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive early breast cancer who are prescribed ARIMIDEX. The program is designed to provide eligible patients with instant discounts, potentially saving the patient up to $300.

1 Jul 2010

Study finds increased neonatal mortality among planned home births

About 1 in 200 women in the US delivers her baby at home, with approximately 75% of these low-risk, single-baby births planned in advance as home deliveries. In a study published online today by the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology (AJOG), researchers from Maine Medical Center, Portland, Maine, analyzed the results of multiple studies from around the world.

1 Jul 2010

Babies born after IVM fertility treatment more likely to be born larger than normal

A review of studies of babies born after in vitro maturation (IVM) fertility treatment has suggested that they are more likely to be born larger than normal and to have more difficult births requiring more obstetric interventions such as caesareans.

1 Jul 2010

New and expectant moms do not discuss preterm birth with healthcare providers, shows survey

A new survey shows a majority of new and expectant moms have not discussed preterm birth with their healthcare providers, despite the fact that early prenatal care, including discussion about lifestyle habits and medical history, may give babies a better chance of a healthy, full-term birth. This new survey, titled SPEAKing About Preterm Birth, was conducted among moms and healthcare providers including obstetricians/gynecologists and maternal fetal medicine specialists, by the March of Dimes and BabyCenter, and sponsored by Ther-Rx Corporation.

1 Jul 2010

Follicle aspiration needle Swemed Sense gives less pain, bleeding compared with conventional needle

“The follicle aspiration needle Swemed Sense™ makes it possible to work in a new way, which is more favourable for patients, and at the same time it meets all the other quality requirements for a follicle aspiration needle”

1 Jul 2010

Secondhand smoke exposure during pregnancy causes permanent genetic damage in newborns

Newborns of non-smoking moms exposed to secondhand smoke during pregnancy have genetic mutations that may affect long-term health, according to a University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health study published online in the Open Pediatric Medicine Journal. The abnormalities, which were indistinguishable from those found in newborns of mothers who were active smokers, may affect survival, birth weight and lifelong susceptibility to diseases like cancer.

1 Jul 2010

New guide to get pregnant

Infertility affects about 7 million Americans -- that's about one in six couples during their childbearing years. There are many reasons for infertility, with equal chances it's his medical issue as it is hers. A new book, "A Baby at Last!: The Couples' Complete Guide to Getting Pregnant" (Fireside Books, Simon and Schuster), points the way for couples to get past the emotionally wrenching obstacle of infertility and finally bring home their bundle of joy.

1 Jul 2010

Women in early recovery gain new perspective on helping themselves by helping others

Women seeking to overcome an eating disorder or addiction still face numerous hurdles once they acknowledge their disease and commit to pursuing a path of recovery. Women with advanced or multiple interconnected diseases often seek inpatient or residential treatment, which gives them time to step back from the demands of daily life to focus solely on themselves.

1 Jul 2010

Simbionix, USF Health receive BIRD Grant for development of Laparoscopic Hysterectomy simulation module

Simbionix Ltd., a subsidiary of Simbionix USA Corporation, the world's leading provider of medical education and simulation training products for medical professionals and the healthcare industry, and USF Health, an organization dedicated to creating a model of health care based on understanding the full spectrum of health, are proud to announce that together they received a BIRD (Binational Industrial Research and Development) Grant to support the development of a Laparoscopic Hysterectomy simulation module.

1 Jul 2010

Study examines long-term effect of TBI on women's reproductive health

After a brain injury, women often ask how the injury will affect their fertility, pregnancy and postpartum health. Now a new study provides some much-needed answers. Published in the June issue of the Journal of Women's Health, the study is the most comprehensive investigation to date of women's health issues after traumatic brain injury.

1 Jul 2010

Key mechanism present in virgin olive oil protects body against breast cancer: Researchers

Researchers at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, led by Dr Eduard Escrich, have discovered a key mechanism by which virgin olive oil, in contrast to other vegetable oils, protects the body against breast cancer.

30 Jun 2010

BioSante reports positive results from Phase II study of Pill-Plus "triple hormone" oral contraceptive

BioSante Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced today positive results in a Phase II study of the Pill-Plus "triple hormone" oral contraceptive (OC). Results showed an increase in the frequency of sexual activity (p< 0.05) and reduced frequency of rejection of initiation of sexual activity by partner (p< 0.05).

30 Jun 2010

Advanced 3D/4D ultrasound to guide embryo transfer during IVF reduces risk of ectopic pregnancy

Using advanced 3D/4D ultrasound to guide embryo transfer during in vitro fertilization (IVF) significantly reduces a woman's risk of ectopic pregnancy and its associated complications, Robert Gergely, M.D., medical director, 3D Sonography Center of Beverly Hills, reported today.

30 Jun 2010

ESHRE's EIM: Europe leads in Assisted Reproduction Technology

Europe leads the world in Assisted Reproduction Technology (ART) with most cycles initiated in the region, the 26th Annual Meeting of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology heard today (Wednesday 30 June).

30 Jun 2010

Molecular Biometrics' ViaMetrics-E procedure accurately predicts implantation rates in SET IVF cycles

Researchers from Molecular Biometrics, Inc. presented new data this week demonstrating that the company's ViaMetrics-E procedure more accurately predicts implantation rates in single embryo transfer (SET) cycles for patients undergoing infertility treatment. ViaMetrics-E is a rapid, non-invasive procedure used to enhance in vitro fertilization (IVF) outcomes by identifying viable embryos having the greatest reproductive potential.

30 Jun 2010

Vitrified eggs as likely to produce on-going pregnancy as fresh eggs

Embryos derived from oocytes (eggs) cryopreserved by the vitrification method are just as likely to produce an on-going pregnancy as those involving fresh oocytes, the 26th annual meeting of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology heard today. Dr. Ana Cobo, Cryobiology Unit director at Institut Universitari - IVI Valencia, Valencia, Spain, told delegates that the results of her team's research would make egg donation both easier and safer in the future.

30 Jun 2010

Genetic variation makes women sub-fertile, less likely to respond to ovarian stimulating hormones

Researchers have discovered that some women carry a genetic variation that makes them sub-fertile and less likely to respond to ovarian stimulating hormones during fertility treatment. The discovery opens the way to identifying these women and devising personalised fertility treatments that could bypass the problem caused by the genetic abnormality.

30 Jun 2010

UPA: An effective non-invasive treatment for fibroids can help maintain fertility in women

A new, effective, non-surgical treatment for uterine fibroids can help women with this condition maintain their fertility, an American scientist told the 26th annual meeting of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology in Rome today (Wednesday).

30 Jun 2010

Women's Health News

Anti-aging supplement: A fountain of hope for would-be mothers

Abortion opponents focusing legislative efforts on the fetus

AstraZeneca announces new support program for patients on ARIMIDEX

Study finds increased neonatal mortality among planned home births

Babies born after IVM fertility treatment more likely to be born larger than normal

New and expectant moms do not discuss preterm birth with healthcare providers, shows survey

Follicle aspiration needle Swemed Sense gives less pain, bleeding compared with conventional needle

Secondhand smoke exposure during pregnancy causes permanent genetic damage in newborns

New guide to get pregnant

Women in early recovery gain new perspective on helping themselves by helping others

Simbionix, USF Health receive BIRD Grant for development of Laparoscopic Hysterectomy simulation module

Study examines long-term effect of TBI on women's reproductive health

Key mechanism present in virgin olive oil protects body against breast cancer: Researchers

BioSante reports positive results from Phase II study of Pill-Plus "triple hormone" oral contraceptive

Advanced 3D/4D ultrasound to guide embryo transfer during IVF reduces risk of ectopic pregnancy

ESHRE's EIM: Europe leads in Assisted Reproduction Technology

Molecular Biometrics' ViaMetrics-E procedure accurately predicts implantation rates in SET IVF cycles

Vitrified eggs as likely to produce on-going pregnancy as fresh eggs

Genetic variation makes women sub-fertile, less likely to respond to ovarian stimulating hormones

UPA: An effective non-invasive treatment for fibroids can help maintain fertility in women

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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