Just a few short months ago, mother-to-be Megan Wild was excitedly preparing for the arrival of her first child.However, at her 20-week check-up, the joyous anticipation of motherhood turned into a daunting reality. Her doctor delivered devastating news: Her unborn son was diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, a rare and life-threatening congenital heart defectContinue reading “Pioneering Mid-Delivery Open-Heart Surgery Saves Baby with Congenital Defect”
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Pain Relief, Confidence Fuel Breast Reduction Surge
Medically Reviewed by Edmond Ritter, MDIn recent years, breast reductions among women and people assigned female at birth (AFAB) have been gaining popularity. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reported a 54 percent increase in breast reduction procedures from 2019 to 2022 and a 7 percent increase in 2023 alone.While getting a breast reductionContinue reading “Pain Relief, Confidence Fuel Breast Reduction Surge”
Women Can Have Heart Attacks, Too: Signs You Should Know
Medically reviewed by Amala Chirumamilla, MDHeart attacks aren’t discriminatory — they can affect anyone, regardless of gender. However, the signs of a heart attack in women can sometimes differ from the classic symptoms often portrayed in the media. Understanding these signs is crucial for timely intervention and potentially life-saving actions.What to Look ForLearn to RecognizeContinue reading “Women Can Have Heart Attacks, Too: Signs You Should Know”