Reproductive System
The reproductive system is a collection of organs found in both sexes that work together for the purpose of producing offspring. Check here for the latest news related to the reproductive system, including fertility treatments and potential new technologies for having children.
Related Topics: Science of Sex, Gender, Nervous System, Circulatory System
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What are the systems of the body? Fast facts about the human body and how it worksReference Learn all about the human body's many systems and some of its individual organs, both vital and vestigial.
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'Complete' twist of fallopian tube sent girl to hospital with sudden belly painFallopian tube "torsion" normally affects women of reproductive age and is extremely rare in children.
By Emily Cooke Published
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Endometriosis may be caused by a common gut bacteria, small study suggestsNew research offers a possible link between endometriosis and a common bacteria that can be treated with antibiotics.
By Jennifer Nalewicki Published
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Scientists invent 1st 'vagina-on-a-chip'The first vagina-on-a-chip replicates the cellular environment of the vagina.
By Nicoletta Lanese Published
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Abortion-Mental Illness Link Doesn't Hold Up, Researchers FindWidely cited study was flawed, new study shows.
By Stephanie Pappas Last updated
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What Americans Really Think About AbortionAmerica's views on the controversial issue are surprisingly nuanced.
By Stephanie Pappas Last updated
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Reproductive System: Facts, Functions & DiseasesThis may be the most important system in the body. Without the ability to reproduce, a species dies.
By Kim Ann Zimmermann Last updated
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Pregnant Monkeys Miscarry to Avoid InfanticideThe "abortion" keeps new males from killing the mama's babies.
By Joseph Castro Last updated
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Study Reveals Who Gets Late-Term AbortionsAbout 10 percent of U.S. abortions happen after the first trimester.
By Stephanie Pappas Last updated
