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Health and development groups applaud Clinton speech; call for action

A broad coalition of organizations representing millions of Americans applauded today's statement by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton that the United States unequivocally supports the worldwide consensus that achieving universal access to reproductive health is critical for individual health, family well-being, broader economic development and a healthy planet.

9 Jan 2010

A.D.A.M. announces new online education product for K-12 market

A.D.A.M., Inc., a leading provider of consumer health information, benefits technology solutions and interactive education resources, today announced the availability of A.D.A.M. Inside Out, its newest online education product for the K-12 education market. A.D.A.M. Inside Out offers a unique opportunity for K-12 students to learn about the human body.

8 Jan 2010

Northwest Hospital & Medical Center collaborates with UW Medicine Health System to improve healthcare

Following final regulatory review, Northwest Hospital & Medical Center, a 281-bed full-service acute care hospital, has joined the UW Medicine Health System, effective January 1.

5 Jan 2010

AUA experts urge to focus on urologic health conditions in upcoming year

This new year, make a resolution to improve your health and talk to your doctor about urologic conditions. Although urologic problems may seem embarrassing to talk about, these conditions are more common than you think and a delay in seeking medical attention could cause you unnecessary stress, prolong the problem and even increase your risk for a more serious condition.

30 Dec 2009

Pennsylvania's Patient Safety Advisory targets complications during pregnancy and childbirth

The complications of pregnancy and childbirth have been targeted in the Pennsylvania Patient Safety Authority's 2009 December Supplementary Patient Safety Advisory. The special issue provides gynecologists, obstetricians, midwives and the entire obstetric team, with strategies to help them prevent the complications based upon real Pennsylvania data.

17 Dec 2009

McClatchy series examines Africa's population

"Although it's frequently portrayed as a continent decimated by epidemics, starvation and war, Africa is gripped by one of the greatest population explosions ever recorded.

14 Dec 2009

March of Dimes poll finds majority of pregnant women worry about birth defects

The March of Dimes polled about 1,200 moms to find out exactly what it is that caused them to lose sleep (other than the fact they were pregnant!) while they were pregnant. The results were presented today at the March of Dimes National Communications Advisory Council luncheon where experienced, practicing obstetricians and gynecologists discussed the survey results, as well as some of the frequently asked questions their patients ask.

9 Dec 2009

SOLESTA pivotal study meets primary endpoints for fecal incontinence treatment

Q-Med AB and Oceana Therapeutics, Inc. today announced that the SOLESTA pivotal study succeeded in meeting both primary endpoints for the treatment of fecal incontinence.

8 Dec 2009

Lab grown muscle cells raise hope for gastric reflux and fecal incontinence

A new study shows that muscle cells grown in the lab can restore an intestine's ability to squeeze shut properly. The work, performed in dogs and rats, might ultimately help treat patients with conditions such as gastric reflux and fecal incontinence.

5 Dec 2009

Women are less likely than men to receive major funding for scientific research

Women were less likely than men to receive major funding for scientific research, according to a study from the University of Michigan Health System. The study also found that only a quarter of all researchers, both men and women, who received a major early career award went on to get further federal funding within five years.

2 Dec 2009

Survey and existing research reveal differences in pain management between genders

For many Canadians, December is the start of the holiday season and a time of joy and celebration, but for some, it can also be a time of increased aches and pains. Whether it's a backache from shoveling away the first snowfall, hanging holiday lights or a headache from the stress of holiday shopping, December brings a new set of aches and pains.

2 Dec 2009

Women less likely than men to receive major funds for scientific research, says study

1 Dec 2009

British First Lady highlights maternal mortality worldwide

Sarah Brown, wife of British Prime Minister Gordon Brown and head of the Maternal Mortality Campaign, highlighted global maternal mortality at the Royal College of Midwives annual conference on Friday, the U.K. Press Association reports.

30 Nov 2009

IPS examines next year's UNGASS on MDGs, improvements in maternal health

Inter Press Service reports that the September 2010 U.N. Generally Assembly meeting will feature a three-day special session (UNGASS) on the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).

24 Nov 2009

Medspira to manufacture and market Mayo Clinic developed products and technologies

Medspira, and Mayo Clinic have entered into an agreement to commercialize, manufacture and market several Mayo Clinic developed products and technologies invented by Mayo physicians and scientists.

19 Nov 2009

TIME Magazine journalist honored with ASTMH Communications Award

The American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (ASTMH) today honored TIME Magazine Foreign Correspondent Vivienne Walt with its Communications Award during the opening ceremony of its 58th annual meeting.

19 Nov 2009

New York Times examines impact of small, direct grants to boost development in Afghan village

The New York Times examines the use of small, direct grants to improve health and development in Afghanistan. The article focuses on efforts in "Jurm, a valley in the windswept mountainous province of Badakhshan, in the northeast," where small amounts of money - "often less than $100,000" - were given directly to villagers.

16 Nov 2009

Oxytocin hormone affects behaviors, finds new study

A new study carried out at the University of Haifa has found that oxytocin, also known as the "love hormone", which affects behaviors such as trust, empathy and generosity, also affects opposite behaviors, such as jealousy and gloating.

12 Nov 2009

Affordable health care can save millions of women, newborns, and children in sub-Saharan Africa

The lives of almost 4 million women, newborns, and children in sub-Saharan Africa could be saved every year if well-established, affordable health care interventions reached 90 percent of families, according to a joint report by the national science academies of seven African countries.

10 Nov 2009

Robotic surgery for vaginal prolapse reduces patient hospital stay and recovery time

New Mayo Clinic research has found that robotic surgery for vaginal prolapse dramatically reduces patient hospital stay and recovery time. These findings are being presented this week at the North Central Section of the American Urological Association in Scottsdale, Ariz.

10 Nov 2009

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Latest Childbirth News and Research

Health and development groups applaud Clinton speech; call for action

A.D.A.M. announces new online education product for K-12 market

Northwest Hospital & Medical Center collaborates with UW Medicine Health System to improve healthcare

AUA experts urge to focus on urologic health conditions in upcoming year

Pennsylvania's Patient Safety Advisory targets complications during pregnancy and childbirth

McClatchy series examines Africa's population

March of Dimes poll finds majority of pregnant women worry about birth defects

SOLESTA pivotal study meets primary endpoints for fecal incontinence treatment

Lab grown muscle cells raise hope for gastric reflux and fecal incontinence

Women are less likely than men to receive major funding for scientific research

Survey and existing research reveal differences in pain management between genders

Women less likely than men to receive major funds for scientific research, says study

British First Lady highlights maternal mortality worldwide

IPS examines next year's UNGASS on MDGs, improvements in maternal health

Medspira to manufacture and market Mayo Clinic developed products and technologies

TIME Magazine journalist honored with ASTMH Communications Award

New York Times examines impact of small, direct grants to boost development in Afghan village

Oxytocin hormone affects behaviors, finds new study

Affordable health care can save millions of women, newborns, and children in sub-Saharan Africa

Robotic surgery for vaginal prolapse reduces patient hospital stay and recovery time

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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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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