Midwifery

1.2 Million Women In Florida Live In Contraceptive Deserts

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Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Healthcare reform in the United States, Midwifery, Population, Reproductive health, Contents, Birth control, Medicaid, Health insurance coverage in the United States, Health, Articles, Family planning

Currently, across the country more than 19 million U.S. women of low income live in contraceptive deserts .

Key Points: 
  • Currently, across the country more than 19 million U.S. women of low income live in contraceptive deserts .
  • "Nearly 1.2 million women in Florida face tremendous barriers to accessing contraception they need and deserve," said Ginny Ehrlich, CEO, Power to Decide.
  • Women in Florida are also far less likely to have health coverage than women in other parts of the country, which limits their ability to access reproductive health services, including contraceptive services.
  • Expanding Medicaid to childless adults would help decrease the percentage of uninsured women, and by extension, give them contraceptive coverage.

Outlook on the Global Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing Market to 2027 - Featuring PerkinElmer, Natera & F. Hoffman La Roche Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, March 30, 2020
Health, General Health, Midwifery, Prenatal testing

The "Global Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing Market Demand Analysis & Opportunity Evaluation, 2019-2027" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Global Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing Market Demand Analysis & Opportunity Evaluation, 2019-2027" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The global non-invasive prenatal testing market is estimated to grow on the back of rising healthcare expenditure with increasing demand for efficient disease diagnostic practices coupled with growing technological developments and discoveries.
  • The world bank reported a rise in global current health expenditure (% GDP) from 9.453% in 2011 to 10.023% in 2016.
  • This is attributed to drive the non invasive prenatal testing market coherently, during the forecast period.

Evofem Biosciences to Present at Solebury Trout Virtual Investor Conference

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Friday, March 27, 2020
Sexual reproduction, Women's health, Human reproduction, Articles, RTT, Gynaecology, Mycoplasma, Midwifery, Reproductive health, Sexual intercourse, Vagina, Sexually transmitted infection

Evofem Biosciences, Inc., (NASDAQ: EVFM) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to developing and commercializing innovative products to address unmet needs in women's sexual and reproductive health.

Key Points: 
  • Evofem Biosciences, Inc., (NASDAQ: EVFM) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to developing and commercializing innovative products to address unmet needs in women's sexual and reproductive health.
  • Evofem Biosciences aims to advance the lives of women by developing innovative solutions, such as woman-controlled contraception and potential protection from certain sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
  • The Company's lead product candidate, Phexxi, is currently being reviewed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for prevention of pregnancy.
  • Phexxi and Multipurpose Vaginal pH Regulator (MVP-R) are trademarks of Evofem Biosciences, Inc.

Babyscripts, Leading Virtual Care Platform for Obstetrics, Helping to Lower Amount of Prenatal In-Person Visits to Five During COVID-19 Outbreak Due to Increased Demand

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Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Childbirth, Midwifery, Prenatal care, Clinic, Articles, Health, Prenatal care in the United States

The standard amount of in-person prenatal care visits is 12-14.

Key Points: 
  • The standard amount of in-person prenatal care visits is 12-14.
  • With the help of mobile health and their remote patient monitoring platform, Babyscripts is safely transitioning prenatal care outside the clinic.
  • For the past five years, Babyscripts has been reducing the need for in-person appointments through their virtual maternity solution.
  • For more information on our virtual care solution and to request a demo, visit http://www.babyscripts.com .

The Impact of COVID-19 on Pregnant Women

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Thursday, March 19, 2020
Infectious diseases, Health, Public policy, Public policy, Government, Other Policy Issues, RTT, Women's health, Medicine, Health, Medical specialties, Obstetrics, Neonatology, Midwifery, Preterm birth, Complication, Pregnancy, Gestational age

The observational study included 38 documented cases of pregnant women in China diagnosed with COVID-19.

Key Points: 
  • The observational study included 38 documented cases of pregnant women in China diagnosed with COVID-19.
  • All women, between the ages of 26 and 40, were in their third trimester when they developed the infection.
  • Of the 38 pregnant women, none had a preexisting chronic illness, but several did develop complications during pregnancy that included influenza, gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, gestational diabetes and preterm labor.
  • It is typical for changes that normally occur in pregnant women to increase their risk of developing respiratory viral infections.

Association of Black Cardiologists Endorses Black Maternal Health Momnibus

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Thursday, March 12, 2020
Midwifery, Health, Articles, Motherhood, Black Maternal Health Caucus, Maternal death, Maternal health, Lauren Underwood, Reproductive health

WASHINGTON, March 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) is pleased to support the Black Maternal Health Momnibus - composed of nine individual bills and introduced by Congresswoman Lauren Underwood, Congresswoman Alma Adams, Senator Kamala Harris, and members of the Black Maternal Health Caucus Members.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, March 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) is pleased to support the Black Maternal Health Momnibus - composed of nine individual bills and introduced by Congresswoman Lauren Underwood, Congresswoman Alma Adams, Senator Kamala Harris, and members of the Black Maternal Health Caucus Members.
  • "This Momnibus provides an opportunity to make a significant impact on maternal health and outcomes for all women, but most especially those who now need it most."
  • Data shows alarming rates of maternal mortality for Black women in the United States with deaths two to three times the rate of White women.
  • View original content to download multimedia: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/association-of-black-cardiologis...
    SOURCE Association of Black Cardiologists, Inc.

March of Dimes Welcomes House Introduction Of Momnibus Act To Tackle Black Maternal Health Crisis

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Tuesday, March 10, 2020
Articles, Health, Midwifery, Health equity, Maternal health, Reproductive health, Maternal death

The Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act of 2020, a package of nine bills, aims to fill gaps in existing legislation to improve health outcomes for Black moms who are dying at three to four times the rate of their White counterparts.

Key Points: 
  • The Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act of 2020, a package of nine bills, aims to fill gaps in existing legislation to improve health outcomes for Black moms who are dying at three to four times the rate of their White counterparts.
  • "The Black Maternal Health Momnibus is an historic piece of legislation that not only fills existing gaps in maternal healthcare, but also works to address pervasive maternal health disparities through solutions that are culturally-congruent and proven effective.
  • The Momnibus provides a new roadmap to ensure our healthcare systems, providers, and society truly make Black maternal and infant health a priority."
  • With the Black Maternal Health Momnibus, we can work together to solve this crisis right now.

The global premenstrual syndrome treatment market was valued at $1,129 million in 2018, and is projected to reach $1,516 million by 2026, registering a CAGR of 3.7% from 2019 to 2026

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Monday, March 9, 2020
RTT, Menstrual cycle, Medicine, Health, Articles, Midwifery, Mood disorders, Premenstrual syndrome, Syndromes, Menstruation, Mood swing, Acne

Premenstrual syndrome or PMS refers to physical & emotional symptoms, which occur one to two weeks before the initiation of woman's menses.

Key Points: 
  • Premenstrual syndrome or PMS refers to physical & emotional symptoms, which occur one to two weeks before the initiation of woman's menses.
  • It is characterized by symptoms such as acne, tender breasts, mood swings, bloating, fatigue, and irritability.
  • The global premenstrual syndrome treatment market is segmented on the basis of drug type, distribution channel, and region.
  • The profiles and growth strategies of the key players are thoroughly analyzed to understand the competitive outlook of the global market.

Village Enterprise Announces Partnership with Starbucks Foundation and Days for Girls International to Alleviate Poverty and Improve Women's Health

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Thursday, March 5, 2020
Menstrual cycle, Days for Girls, Women's health, Public health, Midwifery, Health, Nandi people, Articles, Starbucks, Feminine hygiene, Nandi, Village Enterprise

SAN CARLOS, Calif., March 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Village Enterprise is pleased to announce a first-of-its-kind partnership with Days for Girls International and The Starbucks Foundation aimed at complementing Village Enterprise Graduation Out of Extreme Poverty program with women's health education and access to menstrual products in Nandi County, Kenya.

Key Points: 
  • SAN CARLOS, Calif., March 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Village Enterprise is pleased to announce a first-of-its-kind partnership with Days for Girls International and The Starbucks Foundation aimed at complementing Village Enterprise Graduation Out of Extreme Poverty program with women's health education and access to menstrual products in Nandi County, Kenya.
  • Village Enterprise will collaborate with Days for Girls to ensure that women and girls have access to the menstrual health solutions that they need to stay in school, support their families, and have the dignity that they deserve.
  • Both organizations will work together in Nandi County, Kenya, to train and start businesses that will produce Days for Girls Kits (DfG).
  • "We are thrilled to partner with Village Enterprise and The Starbucks Foundation in reaching more women, girls, and communities," said Celeste Mergens, Days for Girls Founder and CEO.

Texas' Top Teen Pregnancy Prevention Organizations Announce "Texas Is Ready" Campaign To Improve Sex Education Standards

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Wednesday, March 4, 2020
Birth control, Humans, Human development, Human reproduction, Sexuality and society, Midwifery, Unintended pregnancy, Sex education, Teenage pregnancy, Pregnancy, Reproductive health

DALLAS, March 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Today, three Texas non-profit organizations -- North Texas Alliance to Reduce Unintended Pregnancy in Teens (Ntarupt) , Healthy Futures of Texas , and the Texas Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy announce thelaunch of a statewide campaign to improve sex education curriculum standards.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, March 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Today, three Texas non-profit organizations -- North Texas Alliance to Reduce Unintended Pregnancy in Teens (Ntarupt) , Healthy Futures of Texas , and the Texas Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy announce thelaunch of a statewide campaign to improve sex education curriculum standards.
  • The campaign offers a new online resource page at www.texasisready.org with downloadable materials and ways to contact your elected officials.
  • "The Texas Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy, the North Texas Alliance to Reduce Unintended Pregnancy in Teens (Ntarupt), and Healthy Futures of Texas are collaborating to improve sex education curriculum standards for Texas youth," said Terry Greenberg, CEO of Ntarupt.
  • Texas Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy ( www.txcampaign.org ) is a statewide nonpartisan organization working to reduce teen pregnancy through research, advocacy, collaboration and training.