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Pregnant woman at the doctor's office

Biden unveils a game-changing plan for improving maternal care in the U.S.

Two new maternal care programs will cover almost 40% of U.S. patients.

Updated Jul. 15, 2024
a woman in a white coat holding a clipboard and looking at a woman - anti-mullerian hormone test

Should you get an anti-mullerian hormone test?

Here’s what experts say your AMH level can and can’t tell you about your fertility.

Updated Jul. 11, 2024
Woman getting blood drawn at doctor

Survey finds nearly half of women are skipping or delaying health screenings

Over 60% of women say it's hard to make their own health a priority.

Updated Jul. 10, 2024
Pregnant woman getting blood pressure tested at the doctor's office

High blood pressure in pregnancy has doubled—but only 60% of women are treated

Experts think the increase might be due to women waiting longer to get pregnant.

Updated Aug. 07, 2024
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Climate anxiety disproportionately burdens moms: Here’s why 

Women are expected to continue mothering and caregiving, requiring them to navigate obvious risks associated with rising temperatures, shifting landscapes and extreme weather events.

Updated Jun. 15, 2024
Sloane Stephens opens up about freezing her eggs

Tennis star Sloane Stephens wants pro athletes to be able to freeze their eggs without impacts on their rankings

As the only elite-level tennis player who has been open about freezing her eggs, Stephens is championing reproductive health education in the professional sports world.

Updated Jun. 13, 2024
pregnant woman preparing for labor - pelvic floor PT

Here’s how a pelvic floor PT preps for labor & childbirth

Looking for birth prep advice? Your internet searches stop here.

Updated Jun. 07, 2024
Giant IUD in Washington, D.C.

Have you seen photos of the viral, 20-foot-tall IUD in Washington, DC? Here’s what it means

It was there to help raise awareness and support passage of the Right to Contraception Act ahead of its vote in the Senate.

Updated Jun. 07, 2024
Mom holding baby after giving birth

Epidurals during labor significantly decrease birth complications, according to new study

Epidurals can provide more than comfort and pain management when it comes to labor and delivery.

Updated Jun. 07, 2024
Black mother in hospital gown kissing baby

The U.S. maternal mortality rate is shockingly high—can improved midwife accessibility help?

The bleak maternal mortality rate in the US disproportionately affects Black women.

Updated Jun. 05, 2024
pelvis of woman in postpartum diaper holding baby postpartum pelvic health

We need to talk about your postpartum pelvic health

A survey conducted by Origin found that 75% of women have dealt with 2 or more pelvic health symptoms, but 96% had not received a related diagnosis.

Updated May. 29, 2024
Female doctor with patient

Patients cared for by female doctors have a lower risk of death, according to new research

Female physicians interrupt patients less, and spend more time with them.

Updated May. 22, 2024
woman taking Opill birth control

Curious about taking Opill, the new OTC birth control pill? An expert answers our questions

The first-ever OTC birth control pill is now available online and in stores. Considering making the switch? Here’s what to know.

Updated May. 15, 2024
portrait of an Asian woman looking down women are hormonal

As women, we are all ‘hormonal’: It’s time to reclaim the narrative

Here’s how understanding your hormones can become your secret weapon.

Updated May. 14, 2024
Molly Baz billboard showing the word censored

When will we stop censoring pregnant and lactating bodies? 

This Times Square billboard featuring chef Molly Baz was deemed “inappropriate” and promptly removed.

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
Woman getting a mammogram for breast cancer screening

Everything to know about the new breast cancer screening guidelines for women 40+

In light of rising breast cancer rates among younger women, the new guidelines impact women 40 and older.

Updated May. 08, 2024
female doctor helping patient with mammogram procedure - mammograms at 40

Women should start getting mammograms at 40, new guidance says

But some say the new recommendation doesn't go far enough to protect women with dense breast tissue.

Updated May. 01, 2024
woman with head back, depressed

New study finds perimenopause is linked to a 40% greater risk of depression

"Our findings show just how significantly the mental health of perimenopausal women can suffer during this time."

Updated May. 01, 2024
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