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February 5, 2021

Illinois mom denied COVID-19 vaccine over breastfeeding concerns: 'I was shocked'

An Illinois mother is feeling shocked and upset after she was denied a Moderna coronavirus vaccine by county health officials over concerns of lacking data for pregnant and breastfeeding women, according to reports.

February 4, 2021

This COVID-19 vaccine side effect could be confused for breast cancer, doctor warns

A reported side effect of the coronavirus vaccine in some women has prompted a warning from doctors, as it could be confused for a common sign of breast cancer. 

January 22, 2021

Xavier Becerra: What to know about Biden's HHS secretary pick

President Joe Biden surprised the medical community when he nominated California Attorney General Xavier Becerra to serve on his cabinet as Secretary of Health and Human Services.

January 6, 2021

Tanya Roberts' death: Can a UTI be fatal?

Urinary tract infections are often associated with painful urination or burning sensation, so when Tanya Roberts’ long-term partner revealed that her death followed hospitalization for complications stemming from one, it came as a shock to many.

November 25, 2020

Scotland to make period products freely available to all

Scottish lawmakers have unanimously passed legislation that will make period products freely available to anyone who needs them - a move that leader Nicole Sturgeon says makes Scotland the first country in the world to do so.

October 28, 2020

Postpartum depression may last 3 years after childbirth, study finds

Intense sadness, hopelessness and anxiety among mothers can last up to three years after childbirth, according to a new study.

October 27, 2020

Facebook's Sheryl Sandberg has career advice for working women during COVID-19

Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg discusses coronavirus pandemic's impact on working women's careers.

October 22, 2020

Hawaii sees rise in syphilis cases among newborns, women

Congenital syphilis is a preventable illness that is increasing overall in the U.S.

October 16, 2020

Women take coronavirus more seriously than men, study shows

Coronavirus precautions are now apparently in the same league as stopping to ask for directions and taking more than one trip to carry stuff.

October 8, 2020

Having a baby later in life may increase longevity, study suggests

Women who have kids later on in life may live longer, according to the findings of a recent study.