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Previous studies had shown pregnant women faced unique risks when infected by COVID-19, such as that it would more likely lead to hospitalization or death.

Nearly 1 in 10 people who get COVID-19 while pregnant will develop long COVID, new study finds

A treatment to move blood from the umbilical cord into the body of newborns who are limp, pale and with minimal breathing, known as non-vigorous, does not appear to increase the risk of neurodevelopmental impairment, according to a study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The study included nearly 1,000 full-term and near-term infants. Researchers compared the treatment, known as umbilical cord milking, to early clamping and cutting of the cord — undertaken so resuscitation efforts can begin as soon as possible.

Umbilical cord milking does not appear to increase risk of neurodevelopmental delay in non-vigorous infants

There’s a frustrating fact about today’s immunotherapies for cancer. While sometimes they work beautifully — completely eliminating or greatly reducing cancer in particular patients — other times they don’t work at all. It’s a mystery. Scientists have posed several hypotheses to explain the disparity....

Better together: spatial arrangement of three immune cells is key to attacking tumors

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As women age, their bodies go through a series of changes — many of which are natural parts of the aging process. One of the significant changes that occur in middle-aged women is related to their menstrual cycle. For many, this period of life can bring about heavier menstrual bleeding, which can be both physically and emotionally taxing. Understanding what a heavy period means for middle-aged women is essential for managing health and maintaining quality of life. In this article, we will explore the causes, implications and management strategies for heavy periods during middle age.

What a heavy period means for middle-aged women

Blood clots in the legs can be a serious medical condition that requires immediate attention. Understanding the causes, symptoms, prevention methods, and treatments can help you manage your health better and avoid potential complications. This article will delve into everything you need to know about blood clots in your legs.

What to know about blood clots in your legs

Cervical cancer is a serious health concern affecting women worldwide. However, its impact is particularly significant among Black women, who face higher rates of diagnosis and mortality. Awareness of the symptoms is crucial for early detection and effective treatment. This article will discuss the five key symptoms of cervical cancer that Black women should be aware of to protect their health.

5 symptoms of cervical cancer that Black women should know

Women who have their ovaries removed before menopause, particularly before the age of 40, have reduced white matter integrity in multiple regions of the brain later in life. White matter refers to the nerve ﬁbers that connect neurons in different areas of the brain. The ﬁndings appear online in...

Removing Ovaries Before Menopause Associated With Reduced Brain White Matter Integrity

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	Uterine fibroids, though usually non-cancerous, have a profound impact on a your body. They can cause pelvic pain, heavy menstrual bleeding, and weight gain in the abdomen. For many people, noticing an unexpected increase in weight can be puzzling and distressing, particularly when the scale seems to climb without a clear reason. The relationship between uterine fibroids and weight gain is complex, rooted in the physical presence of these benign tumors, which can grow as large as a melon, or even a basketball, according to Dr. Mache Seibel, a board-certified gynecologist and expert in reproductive medicine. Can Uterine Fibroids Cause...

Yes, Uterine Fibroids Can Cause Weight Gain — Here’s What You Can Do About It

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The study also reported that Black girls are more likely to experience menarche-- a girl's first menstrual cycle-- at an earlier age.

American Girls Are Menstruating Earlier, It’s Even Worse For Black Girls

Early on during the coronavirus pandemic, there were reports of cases of persistent post-infection symptoms. The World Health Organization (WHO) refers to such new or persistent symptoms twelve weeks after a corona infection that cannot be explained by other causes as a post-COVID-19 condition. In a recent study, scientists led by the University Medicine Halle evaluated the information from 109,707 participants in the German National Cohort (NAKO Gesundheitsstudie) on their self-reported health status with respect to post-infection symptoms. The survey took place in autumn 2022, in retrospect of the pandemic.

Study on post-COVID-19 condition: Which factors have an impact on the risk

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, typically in the legs. Treating a DVT is crucial, as the clot can break loose from the affected vein, move through the bloodstream to the heart, and lodge itself within the lung's main artery. This complication—what's known as pulmonary embolism—can be fatal.

How to Dissolve Blood Clots in Legs

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The ovaries are involved in far more than just reproduction. The two oval-shaped glands that float on either side of the uterus don't just produce and release eggs, they also pump out hormones that help keep a person's heart, bones, brain, and immune system healthy as they age. A new...

Losing Both Ovaries Could Come at a Serious Cost to The Brain, Researchers Find

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Pregnant people can contract toxoplasmosis, which causes birth defects like blindness and brain defects. The parasite is more common than you might think.

Toxoplasma is a common parasite that causes birth defects – but the US doesn’t screen for it during pregnancy

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It’s critical for women to know what’s going on with their bodies and their hormones. It’s also never too early to talk about early menopause. Premature menopause happens to women before age 40 and early menopause happens before age 45. The symptoms for these conditions are similar to natural menopause. Since women are estimated to… Continue reading What Is Premature Menopause and What Might It Look Like

What Is Premature Menopause and What Might It Look Like

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Virginia fans of The Bold and the Beautiful are pretty much unified in their expectations of what will happen between Thomas Forrester (Matthew Atkinson) and Paris Buckingham (Diamond White), who recently announced their engagement.

The Bold and the Beautiful fans believe Thomas will dump Paris for Hope

A new medical test just entered the market that can detect preeclampsia as early as the first trimester of pregnancy. The blood test from Labcorp can help pregnant people assess their risk level for preeclampsia before they even start to show symptoms of the condition. It’s meant to be used early on in pregnancy, between 11 and 14 weeks, and can help determine the risk of someone developing preeclampsia by 34 weeks of pregnancy.

New test can detect preeclampsia as early as first trimester

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Staying healthy as a woman over age 40 starts with asking the right questions, doctors say.

Females in this age group face new health challenges and can sometimes get lost in the shuffle of the traditional health care system, according to Dr. Alexa Fiffick, a family medicine physician and menopause practitioner at Concierge Medicine of Westlake in Cleveland, Ohio.

As menopause is often viewed as a “taboo topic,” Fiffick — also a clinical fellow at Cleveland Clinic — is working to empower this group of women to take control of their health proactively. 

“To do that, they need to ask their doctors the right potentially life-saving...

The 9 most common questions women over 40 ask their doctors, according to a menopause expert

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Knowing your risk factors and keeping these symptoms in mind could help you catch this rare condition early.

What is Preeclampsia? Signs to Watch For

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Nearly one in 10 pregnant people who get COVID will develop long COVID

Nearly one in 10 people who get COVID while pregnant will go on to develop long COVID, a report publishing July 11th in Obstetrics & Gynecology...

Nearly one in 10 pregnant people who get COVID will develop long COVID

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