Gynecology

Los Angeles, May 26: Women run the risk of memory loss shortly before entering menopause, results of a latest study confirm. But fortunately the impairment is only temporary, researchers assure.

Chicago, May 25: It is natural for women to gain weight during pregnancy. Now, a new poll has suggested that not only expecting mothers, but even fathers-to-be pile on some extra pounds during their partner’s pregnancy.

Belfast, May 23: History repeated itself at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast between 11.19 a.m. and 11.24 a.m. on Friday when a woman delivered six babies. Four girls and two boys were born by Cesarean section in a matter of just five minutes.

London, May 22: There has been a significant decline in the abortion rates in the United Kingdom, reveals DOH. The number of abortions decreased by nearly 1.6 percent in Wales and England last year, the data given by the health department reveals.

London, May 21: Twins born as a result of assisted reproductive technology (ART) stand a greater risk of serious illness or death in the first three years of life than naturally conceived twins, results of a new study warn.

San Diego, May 18: Researchers have achieved a major breakthrough in identifying the enzymes involved in ovarian function and female fertility. These findings will help in knowing the reasons for infertility in women and its treatment thereafter, say the researchers.

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerela, May 14: A remote village in Kerela has become a centre of attraction because of its population of twins. The village boasts of having 250 sets of twins.

Adelaide, May 12: Researchers from the University of Adelaide are embarking on inventing an ambitious diagnostic test to predict which women are at risk of suffering pregnancy complications.

Most women who are HIV-positive are identified before or during pregnancy. This means good news, for they can take the entire preventive steps during pregnancy, birth and after birth, to prevent the virus being transmitted to their baby.