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Research shows fertility challenges for women treated for childhood Hodgkin lymphoma

Women treated for childhood Hodgkin lymphoma may face declining fertility at a younger age, according to research presented today (Monday) at the 39th annual meeting of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology.

26 Jun 2023

Elective oocyte cryopreservation may be a promising option for women who want to delay parenthood

More than 40% of women who chose to freeze their eggs in their 30s were able to have babies later in life when they returned to the fertility clinic, according to research presented today (Monday) at the 39th annual meeting of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE).

26 Jun 2023

Looking into the future: infant visual preference for mother's face predicts emotional resilience

Investigated the trajectories of infant visual preference for the mother's face and how these are related to the development.

26 Jun 2023

Prenatal household air pollution linked to reduced birth weight and increased infant pneumonia risk

Air pollution at home during pregnancy affects the baby's weight and increases the risk of pneumonia. This study emphasizes the importance of using clean fuel stoves starting from the early stages of pregnancy.

25 Jun 2023

Living near green spaces linked to lower mortality risk from non-communicable diseases

Adequate exposure to residential greenspace may reduce mortality risk associated with non-communicable diseases.

25 Jun 2023

Study reveals neural circuits underlying adolescent stress-induced postpartum social behavior

Stress during adolescence can cause postpartum behavioral changes in women and other mammals, including depression and changes in social behavior after the birth of a child.

23 Jun 2023

Study examines impact of maternal incarceration on health risk behaviors in adolescents

Women represent the fastest-growing population in U.S. institutional corrections facilities. In the past four decades, the number of women incarcerated has increased by more than 475%, rising from 26,326 in 1980 to 152,854 in 2020.

23 Jun 2023

Respect for minority women leads to better communication in groups

Kyle Emich, a professor of management at the Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics, along with Rachel Amey and Chad Forbes, then with UD's Psychology and Brain Sciences Department, were searching for clues about why women's knowledge often gets ignored in the workplace and how to improve the situation.

23 Jun 2023

New study offers hope for women suffering from axillary web syndrome

Axillary web syndrome, also known as lymphatic thrombus, is a complication in the clinical manifestations suffered by many women after overcoming breast cancer, mainly affecting their shoulder mobility.

23 Jun 2023

Malpractice lawsuits over denied abortion care may be on the horizon

A year after the overturning of Roe v. Wade, many physicians and hospitals in the states that have restricted abortion reportedly are refusing to end the pregnancies of women facing health-threatening complications out of fear they might face criminal prosecution or loss of their medical license.

23 Jun 2023

Women with higher maternal BMI have shorter breastfeeding duration, finds study

Breastfeeding has significant benefits for both maternal and child health. Research has indicated that women with higher body mass index (BMI) have shorter durations of breastfeeding, but few underlying mechanisms have been identified.

23 Jun 2023

Omega-3 fatty acids linked to lower atrial fibrillation risk in U.S. veterans

Researchers determine whether marine omega-3 fatty acid consumption increases atrial fibrillation risk among United States military veterans.

22 Jun 2023

Climate change threatens human health: Urgent action needed to address inequities and reduce carbon footprint

Researchers explore the contribution of climate change to health disparities among susceptible individuals.

22 Jun 2023

Study challenges link between added sugar intake and prediabetes risk

Researchers evaluate the association between total added sugar intake and prediabetes risk.

22 Jun 2023

How abortion restrictions affect research on people who may become pregnant

In this Policy Forum, Jeremy Sugarman and colleagues describe the risks that increasingly limited access to abortion may pose to clinical research participants and staff, one year after the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Woman's Health Organization.

22 Jun 2023

Study: Fertility in England and Wales hits record low for women of all education groups

Fertility in England and Wales fell to its lowest recorded level between 2010-20 - for women across all educational groups - according to a new study published today in Population Studies from John Ermisch Emeritus Professor from Oxford's Leverhulme Centre for Demographic Science.

22 Jun 2023

Microscopic and submicroscopic malaria in pregnancy: a systematic review and meta-analysis investigates prevalence and associated risk factors

Researchers conducted a systematic review to describe the epidemiology of submicroscopic and microscopic malaria infections during pregnancy.

22 Jun 2023

Battling climate change allergies: Innovative approaches mitigate risks of airborne allergens

Climate change exacerbates allergic respiratory diseases by increasing airborne allergens. This review explores mitigation strategies, including real-time monitoring and smartphone apps, to reduce health impacts and improve outcomes.

21 Jun 2023

Lullabies strike a chord: Singing to babies strengthens Bonds and boosts development

Live parental infant-directed singing has positive impacts on infants' emotional regulation, validation of the parent's role, and affect attunement, as identified in a systematic review of 21 studies. Benefits are observed in typically developing infants born at full term.

21 Jun 2023

Spicing up taste for smell-loss sufferers: Capsaicin boosts salt perception and flavor

Smell loss does not lead to excessive sodium intake, but individuals may compensate with more salt for flavor. Capsaicin enhances flavor and salt taste intensity in a model soup, improving eating enjoyment for those with smell loss.

21 Jun 2023

Women's Health News

Research shows fertility challenges for women treated for childhood Hodgkin lymphoma

Elective oocyte cryopreservation may be a promising option for women who want to delay parenthood

Looking into the future: infant visual preference for mother's face predicts emotional resilience

Prenatal household air pollution linked to reduced birth weight and increased infant pneumonia risk

Living near green spaces linked to lower mortality risk from non-communicable diseases

Study reveals neural circuits underlying adolescent stress-induced postpartum social behavior

Study examines impact of maternal incarceration on health risk behaviors in adolescents

Respect for minority women leads to better communication in groups

New study offers hope for women suffering from axillary web syndrome

Malpractice lawsuits over denied abortion care may be on the horizon

Women with higher maternal BMI have shorter breastfeeding duration, finds study

Omega-3 fatty acids linked to lower atrial fibrillation risk in U.S. veterans

Climate change threatens human health: Urgent action needed to address inequities and reduce carbon footprint

Study challenges link between added sugar intake and prediabetes risk

How abortion restrictions affect research on people who may become pregnant

Study: Fertility in England and Wales hits record low for women of all education groups

Microscopic and submicroscopic malaria in pregnancy: a systematic review and meta-analysis investigates prevalence and associated risk factors

Battling climate change allergies: Innovative approaches mitigate risks of airborne allergens

Lullabies strike a chord: Singing to babies strengthens Bonds and boosts development

Spicing up taste for smell-loss sufferers: Capsaicin boosts salt perception and flavor

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

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