reproductive health

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Pregnancy: What Recent Research Says About Fetal and Maternal Outcomes The rise of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs)—popularly known for treating type 2 diabetes and …

The Medicalization of Midlife: A Critical Look at the Perimenopause “Epidemic” A fresh film, “The M Factor 2: Before the Pause,” which premiered on PBS on March 19, 2026, is …

State Ballot Initiatives and the Future of Abortion Access Since the Supreme Court’s 2022 Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization ruling, state ballot initiatives have emerged as a critical battleground …

Midlife Women: A Critical Window for Alzheimer’s Prevention A growing body of research suggests that the midlife transition, particularly menopause, represents a crucial period for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) prevention in …

Birth Justice Movement Reclaims Maternal Health for Native Women For generations, Native American women have faced systemic barriers to safe and respectful maternal healthcare, resulting in disproportionately high rates of …

ACA and Contraceptive Coverage: A Comprehensive Guide The Affordable Care Act (ACA) significantly expanded access to preventive health services, including contraception. This article provides a detailed overview of current ACA …

Expanding Access to Contraception: OTC Options, Pharmacist Prescribing, and Insurance Coverage Access to contraception remains a critical component of women’s health, with ongoing efforts to reduce barriers and expand options. …

Tylenol, Autism, and Political Influence on Healthcare Last year, former President Donald Trump asserted that acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, could increase the risk of autism in children. This …

IUDs: A Comprehensive Guide to Intrauterine Devices Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are one of the most effective forms of reversible contraception. Along with implants, IUDs are known as long-acting reversible contraception …

State Abortion Litigation Tracker: Navigating the Post-Dobbs Landscape The Supreme Court’s 2022 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization overturned Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey, effectively …