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Survival of the Fetus: Why Males Have it So RoughMale fetuses are wimps, and a new study suggests a mother's body will purposely abort a male when times are tough.
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Is a 'fetal heartbeat' really a heartbeat at 6 weeks?What exactly do we mean when we talk about a "fetal heartbeat" at six weeks of pregnancy?
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What is an abortion?An abortion is the early termination of a pregnancy, which can happen spontaneously, as in the case of a miscarriage, or by medical or surgical means.
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Do Fetuses Feel Pain? What the Science SaysWhat scientists know about fetal pain.
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What's the youngest age that a person can get pregnant and give birth?Pregnancy is possible from the start of ovulation.
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Are 'home remedies' for abortion safe? (Experts say no.)"There is no 'natural abortifacient' that is safe and effective," an expert said.
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Roe v. Wade FAQ: What if abortion rights law gets overturned?Here are answers to questions about what could happen if the landmark ruling is overturned.
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Roe v. Wade: Facts about the landmark caseIn June 2022, the Supreme Court overturned the 1973 ruling.
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Ectopic pregnancy: Signs, symptoms & treatmentAn ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants outside of the uterus or not within the uterine cavity. Such pregnancies are not viable and can be life-threatening.
