Preliminary 2009 Birth Data Released – Another Record High for Cesareans
The CDC released its preliminary report on 2009 U.S. birth data this week, and the following finding is likely to be of interest … More
Yearly Archives: 2010
Avastin Follow-Up: Info from the FDA
On Friday, Christine posted, FDA Moves to Revoke Approval of Popular Breast Cancer Drug, with the news of and reactions to the FDA's … More
FDA Moves to Revoke Approval of Popular Breast Cancer Drug
The FDA has begun the extraordinary process to revoke approval of the use of the popular drug Avastin to treat advanced breast cancer. … More
Understanding Genetic Information and Privacy Concerns
If you follow much health news, you've probably noticed the expansion of genetic testing in recent years. Individuals with enough disposable income can … More
Quick Hit: Modern Lady Takes on “Bridalplasty”
I don't really even want to talk about "Bridalplasty," the new show in which women compete to win the "ultimate" wedding - complete … More
New Report Takes on Injustice of the Hyde Amendment
The Center for American Progress has released a new report, "Separate and Unequal: The Hyde Amendment and Women of Color," that seeks to … More
Rally for Girls’ Sports and Community
When discussing how sports benefits girls -- which many of us are doing today as part of the National Women's Law Center Rally … More
New Recognition for Nurses Dedicated to Evidence-Based Model of Care
by Nekose Wills | OBOS program assistant The Coalition for Improving Maternity Services (CIMS) has started the Mother-Friendly Nurse Recognition Initiative, which aims to … More
Follow-Up on the Princeton Abortion Conference
Earlier this year, we noted that Princeton University would be hosting a conference on abortion, “Open Hearts, Open Minds and Fair Minded Words," … More
Upcoming “Let’s Talk About Sex” Conference from SisterSong
Next July, SisterSong - an organization that focuses on women of color and reproductive justice - is hosting a Let's Talk About Sex … More