Childbirth in the United States is, on average, more expensive and less safe than in many other developed countries. Our cost for a vaginal delivery …
Tag: women’s health
Study finds Egyptian doctors are not discouraging female genital cutting
Some women in Egypt are feeling conflicted about whether they should have their daughters undergo female genital cutting and are seeking out the opinions of …
Preventing sexual assault in Kenyan girls — Stanford researchers make inroads
Many Kenyan girls never learn that it's OK to defend themselves against sexual assault. They are expected to be acquiescent and "nice" to everyone, and …
Does timing or composition of hormone therapy affect intellect? Meh.
There are solid reasons for women reaching menopause to consider hormone therapy: notably, the relief of common, life-disrupting symptoms of early menopause such as hot flashes, night …
Sexual assault prevention program reduces pregnancy-related school dropouts in Kenya
Girls and young women in the slums of Nairobi, Kenya, are very vulnerable to sexual assault. Fortunately, as I've reported before, the nonprofit No Means …
Stanford expert addresses middle-age weight mystery
Many people notice significant changes in their body as they age – for some, it's grey hair or expanding bald spots. For others, it's aching joints. …
Stanford law expert weighs in on Supreme Court’s abortion ruling
As has been widely reported today, the U.S. Supreme Court has struck down parts of a Texas law that would have severely limited access to …
Promoting fearlessness: Domestic violence hotline reaches women in India
Women in India have one of the highest rates of domestic violence in the world. And yet, according to studies, they're among the least likely …
“I feel lighter”: A look at domestic violence in Bangladesh
Nabeela waited for her contraceptive injection with the slack of her sari pulled low over her forehead. The pharmacist, her long braid neatly oiled, dove …
New device improves contraceptive options for women in the developing world
Many women in the developing world say they don’t want to get pregnant in the 18 months after childbirth, but they don’t have access to …
Stanford conference highlights gender differences in heart health
Differences between men and women extend beyond the glaring to the surprising and medically relevant. A growing field of research is analyzing exactly how those …
The latest on the pregnancy risks for women with lupus
Women with lupus, an autoimmune disorder that can attack a variety of tissues, were once counseled to avoid pregnancy. Now, physicians tailor their advice to …
Reducing cesarean delivery rates, without jeopardizing safety
Approximately one-third of all babies born in the United States are currently delivered by cesarean section, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. …
Breast screening recommendations — finalized?
The simmering national debate over how often and at what age women should get mammograms has come to a full boil once again. This week, …
Jimmy Carter: The final campaign
This 1:2:1 podcast features former President Jimmy Carter discussing equality for women and girls.
This 1:2:1 podcast features former President Jimmy Carter discussing equality for women and girls.
IUD is overlooked as excellent birth control for teens, Stanford expert says
When teenagers think of birth control, the pill and condoms are likely the first to come to mind - and indeed the pill is …