Older Moms More Apt to Have Autistic Child - Dad's age didn't matter unless father was older, mom much younger, study found
Fibroids May Raise Risk of Stillbirth - Monitoring fetal growth in women with these tumors advisable, study says
Natural Delivery OK in Cases of Intrauterine Growth Restriction - Women can choose to wait or be induced as either choice is acceptable, study says
Mutating Genes May Lead to Premature Births - Study in mice finds link that may someday improve prevention efforts
Herceptin Again Proves Mettle Against Breast Cancer - Improved survival seen when used with chemo for HER2 malignancies, researchers report
Green Tea May Help Treat Uterine Fibroids - Human trials will begin soon, researchers say
Decade of Decline in U.S. Teen Pregnancies Ends - Experts concerned about possible trend reversal
More Proof Exercise Leads to Healthier Aging - Good for the mind and body, series of studies finds
Radiation Dose Lower With Digital Mammography - Compared to conventional film, new method reduces exposure, research shows
Combo Test Might Spot Ovarian Cancer Early - Enhanced ultrasound and protein analysis could save lives, researcher says
U.S. Birth Weights Falling, But Reasons Unclear - Babies of healthy white women now 3 ounces lighter than in 1990, study finds
Should HPV Test Replace the Pap Smear? - Italian researchers urge a change in test for cervical cancer, but U.S. experts are mixed
Women's Natural Scent Most Attractive to Men - Male hormonal response strongest during female ovulation, study finds
Start Mammograms by 40, Breast Imaging Experts Say - New guidelines also call for annual screening by 30 for high-risk women
For Baby and Mom Alike, Breast-Feeding May Be Best - Experts explore the why and wherefore of method's benefits
Health Care Reform, Swine Flu Top Health News for 2009 - Furor over cancer screening changes and lifting of embryonic stem cell ban also grabbed headlines
Acupuncture May Cut Hot Flashes, Boost Sex Drive in Breast Cancer Patients - But the study was small and one expert believes more research is needed
Half of Men Fail to Check if Vasectomy is Working - Doctors routinely ask that men come back to ensure effectiveness, but many don't, study finds
Low Thyroid Levels May Up Need for Assisted Delivery - Mom's T4 hormone level could affect baby's position, study finds
Many Women Quit Breast-Feeding Early - Insufficient maternity leave poses a significant barrier, experts say
Contraceptive Depo-Provera May Weaken Bones - Nearly half of women in study lost bone mass within two years
Mom's Job Could Boost Baby's Odds for Birth Defect - Female janitors, scientists among those at highest risk, study shows
The 'Pill' Offers Benefits Beyond Birth Control - Relief of menstrual pain, migraines and acne may be other reasons to prescribe, experts say
U.S. Births Reach Record High - Teen deliveries and infant mortality remain areas of concern
Breast-Feeding May Protect a Woman's Heart - Arteries appear to be less clogged in those who nurse infants, study finds