Pregnant and postpartum individuals face higher homicide risk than their nonpregnant peers. State firearm ownership and structural inequities all contribute to varying maternal homicide rates. #ViolencePrevention #HealthEquity

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A new study led by Marie Boller, MD, shows that despite overall declines in US cesarean rates from 2012–2021, #RacialDisparities have widened. Black birthing people continue to experience higher and increasing #Csection rates.

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Carleara Weiss, MD, PhD, MSH, RN, highlights common sleep challenges in #menopause, including insomnia symptoms linked to hormonal changes. Greater awareness and tailored resources are needed. #SleepHealth

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Tony Anderson, DHSc, ELD, discusses how AI is already shaping IVF labs—from automated semen analysis with FDA-approved tools such as LensHooke to emerging systems for sperm identification. #AIInMedicine #IVF

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New evidence discussed by Katherine Perslev highlights that #WoundComplications after #VaginalDelivery may be more common than previously recognized. Prophylactic antibiotics reduced clinically relevant complications from 17% to 9%

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A new randomized clinical trial found that a 6-week self-administered hypnosis program led to a 53% reduction in hot flashes, with benefits exceeding 60% at 3 months. Scalable, low-cost option for #menopause symptom relief. #HotFlashes

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West Penn Hospital is among 5 clinical sites in the EMBRACE GYN trial, becoming the first US location to perform a robotic-assisted hysterectomy and aiming to expand access to minimally invasive care. #Gynecology #RoboticSurgery

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To confront maternal care challenges, March of Dimes is expanding efforts. Michael Warren, MD, MPH, FAAP, stresses collaboration to ensure healthier pregnancies nationwide. #MaternalCare #HealthEquity

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The United States received a D+ on the March of Dimes 2025 Report Card, driven by a 10.4% #PretermBirth rate. Persistent racial disparities and stalled progress highlight the need for coordinated action to improve outcomes. #HealthEquity

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A discussion with Deborah Anderson, PhD, highlights the growing scrutiny of #contraception and the need for renewed global commitment to access, education, and innovation. #ReproductiveHealth

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Women remain underrepresented in cardiac rehabilitation despite its proven benefits. Jessica Golbus, MD, discusses new AHA strategies to boost CR referrals, access, and engagement among women. #CardiacRehab #HeartHealth

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New research links prenatal alcohol exposure to long-term brain changes that may heighten addiction vulnerability later in life. #PrenatalHealth #Neuroscience

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New insights highlight a neglected HDP subgroup: mothers with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy who deliver #preterm, large-for-gestational-age infants. Findings suggest implications for long-term #CVD risk.

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