Flu Shots Highly Recommended for Pregnant Women by Experts

Flu Shots Highly Recommended for Pregnant Women by Experts

Photo by Michalina on Unsplash Opinions on the flu vaccine are still divided, but certain populations are encouraged to get vaccinated this fall, especially pregnant women. Experts encourage all expectant mothers to get a flu shot, and if any flu-like symptoms arise, they should seek 

New Study: Urine Samples can Detect HPV

New Study: Urine Samples can Detect HPV

Photo by Martin Brosy on Unsplash A simple urine test for the virus that causes cervical cancer could offer a less invasive and more acceptable alternative to the conventional cervical smear test. For years now, studies have been exploring different ways not only to prevent 

Mothers Near 9/11 Site Show Increased Risk of Birth Defects

Mothers Near 9/11 Site Show Increased Risk of Birth Defects

Photo by Luma Pimentel on Unsplash According to Princeton University’s Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs, women who lived in or near lower Manhattan around the time of 9/11 are experiencing increased birth defects. Researchers found that these mothers were more likely to 

Smoking While Pregnant Linked to ADHD in Children

Smoking While Pregnant Linked to ADHD in Children

Photo by Pawel Czerwinski on Unsplash It’s a publicly known fact that smoking in general is not good for our health. Quitting can be a struggle and many opt for vaping to reduce their nicotine intake. However, smoking while pregnant has many serious side effects 

Women’s Health Spotlight: 3-D Mammogram Technology

Women’s Health Spotlight: 3-D Mammogram Technology

Photo by Imani Clovis on Unsplash Research shows that digital breast tomosynthesis, better known as 3-D mammography, has the ability to detect more invasive and possibly more dangerous cancers than a traditional digital mammogram. How does a 3-D Mammography work? 3-D mammography is significantly more 

Pancreatic Cancer: Second Deadliest Cancer by 2030

Pancreatic Cancer: Second Deadliest Cancer by 2030

Photo by Roman Kraft on Unsplash Cancer affects millions of people all over the world. The disease has been rampant for years, and still remains a fatal health threat despite major strides in treatment. According to a new report published Monday by the American Association