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More women opted for sterilization after Roe was overturned
Under the radar New research shows that the trend is especially high in states where abortion was banned
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More women opt for home births despite high costs
Under the radar Wary of possible mistreatment by medical professionals, some women are bearing the out-of-pocket costs for a better option
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The battle for abortion buffer zones
The Explainer A 2023 law banning protests around clinics remains unenforced amid dispute over 'silent prayer'
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Gender bias in medical research: how women are still overlooked
In depth Clinical trials have historically been male-centric, but they are leaving the medical community in the dark about women and girls
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A study found toxic heavy metals in most tampon brands. Are they safe to use?
The Explainer Over a dozen brands tested positive, including organic tampons
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Why perimenopause is being called the second puberty
The Explainer Many women are uninformed about this little-discussed stage of life
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Why put deodorant only under your arms when you can put it everywhere?
The explainer The anti-odor brigade grows stronger. And more all-encompassing.
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Why are girls starting puberty earlier?
In Depth Getting older, younger
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Abortions rise to record level 'due to cost of living'
Speed Read Low-income women face 'heart-breaking' choice, warns abortion charity chief
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The Week Unwrapped: Will the US end child marriage?
Podcast Why some states have no lower limit on marriage age, plus Black maternal health and the price of olive oil
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Kim Kardashian's Met Gala corset: designed for drama but a step too far?
In the Spotlight Reality TV star shocks with 'impossibly tiny waist' at this year's fashion event, echoing controversies from previous outfits
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Nigeria's worsening rate of maternal mortality
Under the radar Economic crisis is making hospitals unaffordable, with women increasingly not receiving the care they need
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How women's pain is often ignored in health care
the explainer The gap in care is especially glaring compared to how men are treated
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Doulas are filling the gaps in maternal care for Black women
The Explainer Birth workers are stepping up to support some of the most vulnerable pregnancies
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