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Cozy images of plush toys and blankets counter messaging on safe infant sleep
Sudden infant death syndrome is the leading cause of unexpected deaths among infants in the U.S. But public health messages on safe infant sleep — contradicted by photos or videos circulating in movies and social media — don’t always find traction.
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Extreme heat is linked to higher risk of life-threatening delivery complications for pregnant people
A new study found significant associations between both long- and short-term exposure to environmental heat during a pregnancy and severe maternal morbidity.
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The 19th Explains: Abortion in Florida and what’s at stake in the state Supreme Court
We spoke to political experts, abortion providers and funds ahead of arguments on the state’s 15-week ban.
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How Medicare drug price negotiations stand to impact women
Women make up more than half of Medicare recipients and are more likely to skip or delay taking their medications due to cost.
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Texas just added exceptions to its abortion ban. Does that make a difference?
Texas, Idaho and Tennessee have all enacted laws that could allow abortion care in certain medical emergencies. Their impact appears slim, doctors said.
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Many states don’t require schools to teach sex ed. A new bill hopes to change that.
The Real Education and Access for Healthy Youth Act incentivizes states nationwide to provide inclusive, trauma-informed sex education in schools.
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The 19th Explains: What are 'late-term abortions' — and why are politicians talking about them?
Republicans don’t want to talk about restrictions in the first or second trimester, instead trying to turn the conversation to very rare third trimester abortions.
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Federal judges uphold abortion pill restrictions, pending Supreme Court approval
If it took effect, the decision could bar mifepristone, one of two drugs used in medication abortions, from being provided over telemedicine, limiting clinics’ capacity.
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After hottest summer on record, heat-related illnesses are now being tracked nationwide
In a new effort from the Biden administration, the HeatTracker dashboard will allow public officials, medical professionals and families to better understand risk from extreme heat and respond accordingly.
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VA insurance won't cover IVF for LGBTQ+ and unmarried veterans
A lawsuit filed in federal court would push the agency to cover the treatment — the most effective form of assisted reproductive technology — for people who are single, or who are in LGBTQ+ relationships.