Women's health Coverage

Is menopause hormone therapy right for you?

The transition to menopause is a natural and normal part of life, but that doesn't mean it's easy.

UNC Health Talk

Supreme Court appears skeptical that state abortion bans conflict with federal health care law

WASHINGTON (AP) — Conservative Supreme Court justices appeared skeptical Wednesday that state abortion bans enacted after the overturning of Roe v. Wade violate federal health care law, though some also questioned the effects on emergency care for pregnant patients.

By LINDSAY WHITEHURST, Associated Press

Florida abortion ban could make things more difficult for NC patients, providers

When Florida's new law takes effect May 1st, North Carolina will be the last southeastern state to allow abortion until 12 weeks, likely leading to even longer waiting lists at already overloaded providers.

What to expect at your first prenatal visit

Your first prenatal appointment should be scheduled seven to nine weeks after your last menstrual period.

UNC Health Talk

'Life begins at birth': Faith leaders defend abortion drug in Raleigh

Dozens attended a downtown Raleigh rally on Tuesday to defend medication abortion as the United States Supreme Court hears arguments on mifepristone, a popular abortion drug.

Shelle Jackson, WRAL reporter

Dozens rally for abortion drug in downtown Raleigh

Dozens attended a downtown Raleigh rally on Tuesday to defend medication abortion as the United States Supreme Court hears arguments on mifepristone, a popular abortion drug.

What a Supreme Court case on abortion access could mean for NC patients

Mifepristone is one of the two pills taken together for most medical abortions. This case comes down to how it's prescribed, delivered and how far along in the pregnancy it can be taken.

Destinee Patterson, WRAL reporter

How a supreme court case around an abortion pill could impact North Carolinians

Mifepristone is one of the two pills taken together for most medical abortions. This case comes down to how it's prescribed, delivered and how far along in the pregnancy it can be taken.

Fast workouts, free child supervision make Burn Boot Camp a local favorite

Effective 45-minute workouts, a supportive community and free child supervision are the cornerstones of Burn Boot Camp Holly Springs.

Jessica Patrick, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Jill Biden talks about White House initiative on women's health in Durham

First Lady Jill Biden talks about President Joe Biden and his administration's effort to increase funding and provide more data for studies on women's health in America.

Jill Biden in RTP: Heart attacks and other women's health issues need more research

With the president trailing in the polls, first lady Jill Biden visits Research Triangle Park to discuss the Biden administration's effort to prioritize research and funding for women's health.

WRAL staff

Jill Biden in RTP: Heart attacks and other women's health issues need more research

First Lady Jill Biden visited Research Triangle Park on Wednesday to discuss the Biden administration's effort to prioritize research and funding for women's health.

Jill Biden to visit Durham as November election approaches

First lady Jill Biden will speak in Durham on Wednesday as part of the White House initiative on Women's Health Research. President Biden trails former President Donald Trump in recent polls of North Carolina voters.

Olivia Munn shares she was diagnosed with breast cancer shortly after 'normal' mammogram

(CNN) -- Olivia Munn has gone public with her breast cancer diagnosis.

By Lisa Respers France, CNN

Is there gender bias in mental health care? Here's what the data shows

To assess how gender bias impacts mental health care, Charlie Health looked at the numbers, including statistics on medication prescription rates across genders and data on cost-related barriers faced by women seeking mental health care.

Kayla Levy

Alabama Bill to Protect IVF Will Reopen Clinics but Curb Patient Rights

The Alabama Legislature on Wednesday approved legislation intended to make it possible for fertility clinics in the state to reopen without the specter of crippling lawsuits.

Jan Hoffman, New York Times

A legal one-off or the 'next frontier'? What will determine if Alabama's IVF ruling comes to other states

Washington (CNN) -- The ruling by Alabama's state Supreme Court on IVF has set off alarm bells across the country that the issue may be swept up in the war over abortion rights unleashed by the US Supreme Court 2022 Roe v. Wade reversal.

By Tierney Sneed, CNN

New study shows overgrowth of nerve cells are to blame for persistent UTIs

A study released Friday on Science Immunology by researchers with Duke Health reveals an overgrowth of nerve cells could be to blame, rather than bacteria.

Grace Hayba, WRAL Health reporter

Gov. Abbott says he supports IVF, stops short of calling for law to protect access in Texas

(CNN) -- As Alabama grapples with the fallout of a state Supreme Court decision that has widely halted access to in vitro fertilization, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Sunday voiced support for IVF - though he stopped short of calling for a law to protect access in Texas.

By Chris Boyette and Lauren Mascarenhas, CNN

'Go red for women' raises awareness of heart attack, stroke

Friday is a reminder from the American Heart Association that heart disease is the leading cause of death in women. The risk factors for women include an unhealthy diet, high cholesterol and high blood pressure.

Advanced stage cervical cancer cases on the rise

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and research shows that late-stage cervical cancer appears to be on the rise.

WRAL staff

Uncertainty around US abortion landscape drives surge in requests to stockpile abortion medication, research shows

(CNN) -- Amid significant upheaval to the abortion landscape in the United States, thousands of women have preemptively requested medication abortion pills in case they need them in the future, new research shows.

By Deidre McPhillips, CNN

New moms, here's what to know about postpartum psychosis

Although postpartum psychosis grabs headlines, UNC Health psychiatry specialist Anne Ruminjo, MD, says that the rate of infanticide and suicide for women with the condition is low, at 4 to 5 percent.

UNC Health Talk

7 signs you should call the doctor during pregnancy

When you are pregnant, you should never hesitate to contact your doctor. Here are 7 signs that you should call the doctor during pregnancy.

WRAL Staff

6 foods you should never eat while pregnant

There are some foods that you should stay away from during pregnancy. Here are 6 foods you should never eat while pregnant.

WRAL Staff