Death from childbirth or other pregnancy-related causes is often a concern of pregnant women, and today in the U.S., maternal mortality remains a growing epidemic…. Read more
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Study Shows Preterm Birth May Predict Heart Disease Risk in Women
When someone hears of a preterm birth, their main concern is the health and well-being of the baby, not the long-term health implications for the… Read more
5 Things to Know About PCOS
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder in reproductive-aged women and is the leading cause of infertility. We sat down with Dr…. Read more
UPMC’s More to the Story: Magee’s Pregnancy Recovery Center
For the past four months, journalist Rachel Mabe has been working on a story on the opioid crisis that is devastating communities across Pennsylvania for Medium, an… Read more
Exploring Oral Health Disparities in Appalachia
Oral disease remains a major health burden that affects some populations disproportionally, including communities in regions of Appalachia. The University of Pittsburgh School of Dental… Read more