TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on – Nov 22, 2023, 17:00 IST Environmental pollution is taking a toll on overall health Industrialization and urbanization have brought about numerous benefits, but they have also given rise to a pressing issue: environmental pollution. This not only degrades our surroundings but also poses a significant threat to our health. … Read more
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Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals heard arguments Tuesday about whether the federal government can require Texas hospitals to perform life-saving abortions, despite the state’s near-total ban on the procedure. After the … Read more
Two reproductive health conditions common in women, polycystic ovary syndrome and dysmenorrhea, are each associated with increasing cardiovascular disease risk, according to two preliminary studies to be presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2023. The meeting, to be held Nov. 11-13, in Philadelphia, is a premier global exchange of the latest scientific advancements, … Read more
In a recent cross-sectional study published in the journal Fertility and Sterility, researchers from Switzerland investigated the association between self-reported mobile phone use and semen quality in young Swiss men. They found that an increased use of mobile phones is associated with a reduced sperm concentration and total sperm count (TSC) in the semen. Study: Association … Read more
Nearly every day, Halley Crissman and her physician colleagues in Michigan must tell patients seeking abortions they’re very sorry that they can’t proceed with their scheduled appointments. “Patients tell me, ‘Doctor, why are you stopping me from getting the care that I need?’” said Crissman, an OB-GYN who provides abortions as part of her practice … Read more
In a recent review published in the Cell Death Discovery Journal, researchers explored the association between ferroptosis and male reproductive failure, emphasizing the need for tailored therapies and preventative efforts. Study: Emerging roles of ferroptosis in male reproductive diseases. Image Credit: Vladimir Sukhachev/Shutterstock.com Background Infertility is a rising concern globally, warranting research to identify novel targets that … Read more
Screen Capture / SATV District 5 Councilwoman Teri Castillo makes a point from the dais at a council meeting. A majority on San Antonio City Council signaled support for creating a $500,000 fund as part of next year’s city budget to help residents obtain legal abortions outside of the state, the Express-News reports. Metro Health … Read more
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Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. Editor’s note: This story was updated to include comments from the Texas Attorney General’s office, which has appealed the order. A Texas judge on Friday issued a temporary exemption to the state’s abortion … Read more
History is littered with wonder drug scams selling miracle solutions to ailments. The latest newcomer to town is the Yoni Pearl; a product advertised as a vaginal detoxifying agent that has taken the Kenyan market by storm. Driven by aggressive influencer marketing and the algorithms of social media platforms, the Yoni Pearl has become the … Read more