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'Zombie cells' in the placenta may cause heart failure in pregnancy
By Nicoletta Lanese published
"Undead" cells in the placenta that spew proteins may help explain cases of heart failure that happen in late pregnancy and the early postpartum period.
Tube-tying surgeries and vasectomies skyrocketed post-Roe
By Emily Cooke published
A new study suggests that the overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022 prompted a surge in young people undergoing sterilization procedures, especially women.
1st 'atlas' of human ovaries could lead to fertility breakthrough, scientists say
By Emily Cooke published
The first ever "atlas" of this female reproductive organ could be used to improve fertility treatments, scientists say.
Mifepristone: What to know about the drug in the Supreme Court's abortion pill case
By Nicoletta Lanese last updated
The Supreme Court of the United States will soon issue a ruling about a widely used abortion pill. Here's what you should know.
America's 1st over-the-counter birth control pill is coming soon. Here's what to know about Opill
By Sarah Lynch published
Within weeks, for the first time in the U.S. consumers will be able to find a birth control pill on retail shelves.
Tiny lab-grown testicles look remarkably like the real thing under the microscope
By Emily Cooke published
The first-ever 3D model of testicles, made using mouse cells, could improve our understanding of sex development disorders and male infertility.
One-third of trans people taking testosterone may still ovulate, raising chance of pregnancy
By Emily Cooke published
In a small study of transgender men and gender-diverse people who take testosterone, scientists found that one-third of the participants still ovulate and could therefore potentially become pregnant.
Telehealth abortions are as safe and effective as in-person, large study shows
By Emily Cooke published
An analysis of more than 6,000 telehealth abortion recipients in the U.S. suggests that receiving the abortion drugs via a virtual doctor's appointment is as safe and effective as doing so in person.
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