Articles related to "Reproductive Health"

With a founder that struggled with infertility issues for several years, Conceive magazine is a resource for women and couples on the path towards parenthood.

Men should be made aware of the associations between male reproductive health and the chronic diseases that affect their general health and well being.

The North Dakota abortion ban has negative consequences for reproductive health services, contraception, in vitro fertilization, and stem cell research.

Increasing levels of anti-androgens in polluted water are being linked to increasing cases of male infertility.

Taking Charge of Your Fertility offers the reader great insight on women's reproductive health issues and the fertility awareness method.

Gardasil, the controversial vaccine that helps prevent some cases of cervical cancer, now is required for women entering the United States.

A recent study from Australia challenges some stereotypes about men seeking help from the medical profession.

A common emulisfier in cosmetics, vaccines and even ice cream, has been proven to damage fertility.

Foot Reflexology is not about pampering women, it is about total body health, and men can benefit from treatments too.

It must be the sign of times. More and more men are becoming gender sensitive. Many have become hands-on daddies, balancing their child-rearing and money-making tasks.

Does weight affect sexual behavior in women? Apparently not, according to a recent journal containing research of scientists at several universities.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a condition that affects the reproductive health of many women and can also pose complications to their overall health and well-being.

In the Sub-Saharan African region, it is estimated that 50 per cent of maternal deaths are unsafe abortion-related.

More than sex education practices, direct counseling is needed in the light of rising teenage pregnancies.

Excessive amounts of vitamin A, found in large quantities in sweet potatoes, can cause miscarriage, birth defects and other serious problems during pregnancy.

Women are exposed to hormone disruptors more frequently than they know. These chemicals are a worrisome threat to their reproductive health.

Conflict, women's health and football are some of the issues that African leaders discussed during their two-day summit in Addis Ababa.

The Children's Health Insurance Program offers free health care and dental coverage to millions of children whose families could otherwise not afford it.

A study in the UK reveals that a girl's fertility can increase and decrease according to her surroundings

Women's healthcare initiatives include the right to affordable birth control methods and the equal access to preventive health screenings.

Flushing unused or expired medications down the drain is no longer an option. Ever since medications started showing up in drinking water, the old adage had to be revised

Many mothers suffer from morning sickness in the first trimester of pregnancy. Treatments include medication, acupuncture and dietary supplements.

Fenugreek, Goat's Rue and Shatavari are three herbal galactagogues that can help increase a mother's milk supply.

Monthly menstrual cramps can be a real pain, but many women who experience severe menstrual cramps find relief in natural essential oil remedies.

The Missouri House of Representatives has approved an amendment that would allow pharmacies to refuse to stock or distribute emergency contraception.

A new study reveals that a topical gel could stop the spread of HIV/AIDS to women.

North Dakota House of Representatives has effectively banned abortion by giving legal rights to fertalized eggs.

Numerous studies have indicated that obesity causes infertility in both men and women and losing weight may restore your fertility.

Timely facts and figures are essential components of news reports. They allow the public to weigh the credibility of a story.

Risk factors for pelvic inflammatory disease include sexual activities, especially those involving a partner who has a sexually transmitted infection.

Red Raspberry Leaf has a traditional role as a women's herb, due to specific properties regarding it's importance for female reproductive health.

A Spanish parliamentary committee has recommended loosening restrictions on early stage abortions, providing women with more control over their bodies.

Second hand cigarette smoke exerts negative health effects and so does the newly defined third hand cigarette smoke. It's effect however, is mainly felt by children.

Permanent loss of fertility is rare, but up to a third of men who get this disease develop Mumps Orchitis,a consequence of which can be reduced formation of sperms.

Sites on the internet provide a plethora of information about medical matters. How does one know which to believe and which are erroneous, dangerous and a waste of time?

If you are interested in reducing your need for pain medication and having an easier labor, consider adding an aquarobics program to your pregnancy exercise plan.

Epidemiologists are at the center of the public health field. They perform studies to determine what factors cause or contribute to disease.

For many women, the craving for a baby overrides all other thoughts and deeds. When infertility is an issue, feelings of rage, depression and hopelessness are common.

Pregnant women who are exposed to pollutants have an increased risk of having obese children.

Recent statistics show that about 5 million people -which is 1 in 10 adults - die each year due to smoking: mostly from heart, lung and respiratory diseases, and cancers.

Lucile and David Packard (co-founder of Hewlett Packard), dedicated their lives to public service. It all started in a garage in Palo Alto, California.

Denosumab is a new option for treatment of osteoporosis. It works in a different manner than other osteoporosis medications to increase bone density.

SSRI drugs have known sexual side effects. Researchers believe they harm not only your sex life but the possibility of finding and sustaining love, romance, and marriage.

Health risk for orca due to lingering contamination from PCBs now increased by finding of PBDEs used in flame-retardants. Habitat loss and ocean noise add to dangers.

There is a multitude of reasons why it is important to pay attention to diet and even more if you are dancing regularly, or indeed, pursuing a career in dance.

Infertility is a big problem in our times. Emotional turmoil and the stress are a large part of the problem and it becomes a vicious cycle that acupuncture can break.

When Lindsey Carmichael's son developed asthma, she studied the foods and houseful products she purchased. Her shocking discoveries inspired Greening Your Family.

As many as a shocking 60% of women may experience vaginal, cervical or abdominal pain during or after intercourse at some point in their lives.

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection of the upper genital tract that can lead to infertility and other serious complications.

The Food and Drug Administration has been given 30 days to allow 17-year-olds non-prescription access to the morning-after pill, Plan B.