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UPDATE, May 23: This story has been updated with a press release from Trust Women. Abortion services have been halted all week at the Trust Women’s clinic in Wichita, Kansas, after doctors began delaying deliveries due to an unexpected leadership change and the appointment of a new medical director they believe is unqualified. At least nine doctors have now resigned from the clinic. “The clinic has been running without medical supervision for the past month,” a source said. Rewire News Group confirmed the details of the situation with multiple sources inside the clinic, who asked to remain anonymous for fear…
Diseases affecting the brain and spinal cord can be particularly devastating, and finding new and more effective ways to treat these conditions is an important goal for researchers and clinicians alike. Now, a research team from Japan reports that slightly modifying an existing treatment for central nervous system (CNS) disease dramatically increases its effectiveness. In a study recently published in Molecular therapy Nucleic AcidsResearchers from Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) and Osaka University have revealed that adding a modified sugar to antisense oligonucleotides (ASOs), a recently developed treatment strategy for CNS disease caused by toxic proteins, significantly reduces symptoms…
You’ve heard of Maca weight loss potential? Because my favorite root from Peru has been getting a bit of attention lately as a slimming herb. Now, don’t get me wrong, maca is not some magic pill that will melt away fat overnight. However, it has some very neat ways to help support you on your weight loss journey. While direct evidence linking maca to weight loss is still emerging, there are some ways Maca root could help with weight loss. In this article, we will explore: Maca’s ability to control blood glucose levels (which can be vital for weight management)…
I play with my skincare A LOT. I recently found a very simple routine that really produced some great results. For me that means a refined look to pores, skin clarity (this is relative of course…I’ll probably never completely get rid of my hyperpigmentation), texture improvement and shine. I have noticed ALL of them. But how? Why; Below I’ll detail what I did two nights a week that made a BIG impact – and I’ll also detail my AM routine. I’ll be sharing the other 5 nights a week soon (definitely getting a bit more complex…). *I will link all…
By Dr. Yodit Sileshi Zewde (MD, MPH in Reproductive Health) Dr. Yodit is an SRH advocate, born in Ethiopia, passionate about the field of reproductive health, currently working in the obstetrics and gynecology department of a public hospital Female genital mutilation (FGM), also known as female circumcision or female genital cutting (FGC) is “all procedures involving the partial or total removal of external genitalia or other injury to female genitalia for non-medical reasons” . as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1997. It is a deeply entrenched cultural practice, perpetuated by a complex interplay of social,…
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The game of pickleball can be very addictive. especially for beginners. Serving as the fastest growing sport in America with an estimated 36.5 million players and counting, pickleball participation has grown an average of 223.5 percent over the past three years. If you’ve never played, pickleball uses a paddle similar to table tennis and combines elements of both tennis and badminton, but is an exciting game in its own right. Although often compared to tennis, “Pickleball isn’t just a game of hitting a ball back and forth until the ball is irreversible, it’s a strategic dance of patience and finesse,”…
In a recent study published in the journal Current Developments in Nutrition, The researchers used a range of biochemical and body composition analyzes to investigate associations between maternal docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) supplementation and offspring obesity outcomes. Specifically, they evaluated the effects of prenatal DHA supplementation on gestational weight gain (GWG) and adipose tissue distribution in the offspring. Their study, titled the Growth and Adiposity in Newborns Study (GAINS; NCT 03310983), included 250 participants from the Assessment of DHA on Reducing Early Preterm Birth (ADORE; NCT 02626299) randomized controlled trial followed up to 24 months after birth . Study findings reveal…
Question: I have a 32 year old patient with ADHD who stopped her stimulant medication (Concerta 54 mg) during pregnancy. She is now 34 weeks pregnant and is wondering if she can resume the stimulant treatment. He feels that without it, it’s mostly okay and can work relatively well. However, she doesn’t feel like she’s at her best and is struggling a bit to keep up with life at work and at home. She feels less confident and worries about the risk of postpartum depression. He has no history of depression. Answer: Women with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often stop their…
What are the best face oils for gua sha you ask? Well, first if you’re not familiar with gua sha, I’m excited to tell you about one of my favorite natural beauty secrets. Gua sha is a massage, soothing beauty practice from ancient China. It is widely used in Traditional Chinese Medicine today. It involves massaging (or “scraping”) your face and body with a small, rounded board that fits in your hand. Don’t be alarmed when you hear about ‘gua sha scratching’ – it’s a gentle movement that makes you feel soothing and calming. Before we get to the best…