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San Francisco Expands Doxy-PEP to Women and Others as Officials Report 24% Drop in Syphilis Cases

San Francisco now offers the after-sex antibiotic doxy-PEP to more people as syphilis and chlamydia rates fall. What it is, who qualifies, and the risks.

Medical Daily · Oct 14

New HHS Newborn Kits Include Blood Pressure Monitors for Mothers, Starting at a West Virginia Children's Hospital

HHS's new NEST kits give mothers a blood pressure monitor plus newborn supplies. Why checking blood pressure after birth matters and what is still unknown.

Medical Daily · Oct 13

Texas woman uses state law to sue anti-abortion group that allegedly ordered abortion pills online

Unable to abort two unplanned pregnancies because of the law, the woman is suing Students for Life for the cost of raising the children. The group posted about buying the pills undercover.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 13

Erie Mass Shooting: Police Chief Says 'Mental Health Is at Play' as Coroner Names Gunman Who Killed Eight

Erie mass shooting victims included a pregnant woman and two young children. Find out what officers found about the killings and what research shows on motive.

International Business Times UK · Oct 13

Alice Cooper Admits Taking No Responsibility for Ex's Pregnancy: 'One-in-Five Chance I Was the Dad'

Alice Cooper's new memoir recounts how he failed to support former girlfriend Cindy Lang during her pregnancy, while believing there was only a one-in-five chance he was the father

International Business Times UK · Oct 13

Why Agni Dev Granted a Demon the Power to Rule Three Worlds

What happens when a divine promise outlives the person who asks for it? The story of Mahishasura's birth begins with two brothers, a powerful act of devotion and a boon from Agni Dev. Rambha and Karambha wanted extraordinary sons, but their pursuit of that wish took an unexpected turn. After…

MyLifeXP · Oct 13

‘The Fault in Our Stars’ author John Green helped fund a maternity centre in Sierra Leone; 13 babies born in first 24 hours

A new maternity centre named the Paul E. Farmer Maternal Center of Excellence opened in Sierra Leone. This facility was built to improve access to maternal and newborn healthcare in the region. On its first day, it received 27 patients and facilitated the birth of 13 babies. The centre aims…

The Times of India · Oct 13

Pregnant Leigh-Anne Pinnock urges haters to 'free the bump'

Former Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock is already mum to five-year-old twin daughters with husband André Gray, and the pair are now expecting again.

BANG Premier · Oct 13

“People Think I Can’t Hear Them”: 48 Secrets People Accidentally Were Exposed To

Everyone lies. Everyone keeps secrets. It’s 100% the natural, human thing to do. But secrets aren't made equal. Some are so devastating that, if they spread, they could shatter the foundations of entire families, relationships, and companies. People who accidentally uncovered secrets that they were never meant to know are…

Bored Panda · Oct 12

Starfish Brand Cold-Smoked Salmon, Halibut and Trout Recalled for Possible Listeria in Six East Coast States

Starfish Seafood Trio cold-smoked fish is recalled in six states for possible Listeria. Check lot D139149161-153 and learn who faces the highest risk.

Medical Daily · Oct 12