Increasing nursing mothers’ vitamin D levels may benefit babies
New research from the University of Otago has found that giving breastfeeding mothers monthly high-dose vitamin D supplements may be...
Read MoreVitamin D levels may drop when women stop using birth control
Women risk having their vitamin D levels fall when they stop using birth control pills or other contraceptives containing estrogen,...
Read MoreMount Vernon Cancer Centre delivers maximum comfort for breast oncology service
Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, part of East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust, has recently upgraded its range of breast boards...
Read MoreNew-born mortality rates in Ethiopia down by 40% thanks to VSO volunteers
In Ethiopia, the first 28 days of a baby’s life can be a matter of life or death. Since 2013,...
Read MoreBreastfeeding associated with better brain development
A new study, which followed 180 pre-term infants from birth to age seven, found that babies who were fed more...
Read MoreProcedure associated with increased risk of premature birth and neonatal loss
Researchers are urging surgeons to reconsider using a particular type of thread for a procedure to prevent premature birth. New...
Read MoreHysterectomy with ovary conservation doubles odds of hot flashes, night sweats
Research has shown that hysterectomy doubles the odds of a woman enduring persistent hot flushes and night sweats, even if they ...
Read MoreRecommendation for better counselling access to be offered to women preferring cesarean births
A study involving over 6,500 pregnant women from six countries in northern Europe highlights a clear need for appropriate support...
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