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Weight Gain, Pregnancy Age and Breast Cancer Risk

April 13, 2026

Adult body weight can change a lot after we finish growing up. When women gain a lot of weight, the chance that they will develop breast cancer after menopause goes up. On the other hand, having a first pregnancy at a younger age seems to lower that risk. Researchers followed 48, 417 women from the

health

Support and Trust: The Role of Doulas in Black Maternal Care

April 12, 2026

The idea that someone would need a professional to help them through childbirth might seem odd to some, but for many Black mothers, it’s a necessity. A doula isn’t just an extra pair of hands—it’s someone who understands the cultural and systemic challenges these women face. One doula, who stepped i

opinion

A Fresh Look at Consent and Real Connection

April 11, 2026

Consent is a good idea. It says we must ask before touching. But asking “yes” does not always mean a good time or safety. Some people think that as long as consent is given, everything is fine. That idea can hide real problems. When people meet for a quick hookup, they often see each other

crime

New DNA Tool Might Unlock Nancy Guthrie Case

April 11, 2026

Scientists are working on a fresh type of DNA test that could finally help find the missing 84‑year‑old Nancy Guthrie. The DNA taken from her Tucson home is a mix of many people’s cells, making it hard to read. A lab says the sample is so tangled that it could take months or even a year to ana

health

Better Pregnancy Care Starts with Better Awareness

April 11, 2026

Every year in April, healthcare teams come together to highlight gaps in care that affect Black mothers and babies across the U. S. This year, one big push arrives in Chicago on Tuesday evening, when a local hospital opens its doors for free tours, talks, and conversations about safe pregnancy journ

health

Testing dogs for tropical diseases in Panama: what works and what doesn't

April 11, 2026

In rural Panama, dogs act like living alarms for two dangerous diseases spread by bugs. One disease, called American cutaneous leishmaniasis, causes skin sores and is carried by sandflies. The other, Chagas disease, attacks the heart and is spread by kissing bugs. Both diseases are common in the sam

health

Uncovering New Roles of CSF3R in Women's Health

April 9, 2026

Once known only for shaping white blood cells, a protein called CSF3R is now turning heads in unexpected areas of women’s health. Recent deep scans of tissues show this molecule pops up in ovaries, the uterus lining, the cervix, the placenta, and even some cancers. Instead of just controlling blood

entertainment

When Music and Health Care Join Forces

April 9, 2026

A band known for bold performances just teamed up with a major health organization to offer something unexpected at their concerts. Florence + the Machine, famous for their dramatic stage shows, is working with Planned Parenthood to set up booths at some tour stops. These booths won’t sell merch—the

health

Why many women in India are choosing to become mothers later in life

April 7, 2026

Many women in India are having their first or last child later than before. This trend is happening across cities and towns. More women are finishing school, working jobs, and living in urban areas. These changes give women more control over their lives but also bring new health challenges. Doctors

politics

NASA’s science budget faces another big cut—what’s really at stake?

April 7, 2026

For the second year in a row, a new budget plan suggests slashing NASA’s science spending by nearly half. If passed, missions studying planets, stars, and Earth’s climate could be delayed or scrapped entirely. The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, set to launch soon, and missions to Titan and near-