Assisted reproductive technology use has accelerated across the world in recent years to address fertility challenges. As a result, more research into the health of the children who are conceived through these methods has been pursued, and our relevant knowledge is growing. While it has been posited that assisted reproductive technology may … [Read more...]
Do Children Conceived with Assisted Reproductive Technology Have Increased Cancer Risk?
Has the HPV Vaccine Affected Cervical Cancer Rates?
Has the HPV Vaccine Affected Cervical Cancer Rates? Human papillomavirus (HPV) has been a well-established risk factor for the development of cervical cancer. Given how common the group of viruses are, there have been major efforts in recent years to prevent infection through educational initiatives and vaccine campaigns. A new study … [Read more...]
Are Pregnant Women Willing to get Vaccinated for COVID-19?
When the COVID-19 vaccinations were first authorized for emergency use, there was significant debate around whether pregnant women should receive the vaccines. With a lack of adequate data, it was difficult for physicians to advise that pregnant women pursue vaccination. With initial data suggesting that the vaccine was not leading to any serious … [Read more...]
New Data on Insulin in Human Milk
There is a lot of pressure on women who have recently given birth to breastfeed their infants rather than to rely on baby formula. The view that human milk is superior to formula comes from a plethora of data that show the specific benefits of breastmilk over formula, particularly in certain areas like immunity. Insulin is one factor that has … [Read more...]
Protecting Healthcare Workers: New Data on Mask Wearing
Mask wearing has been on the rise in recent months as experts have stated that masks provide a critical barrier that can help prevent the spread of SARS-CoV-2. While at the start of the pandemic, there were concerns that physicians and healthcare workers did not have access to enough personal protective equipment (PPE), the potential impact of such … [Read more...]