Earlier this year, Johnson & Johnson stopped selling a certain surgical device because it poses a risk of spreading a dangerous cancer in women. Now, the company is taking it one step further and asking doctors to return the device.

Menopause is an inevitable physical and mental change for most women, and many seek ways to reduce the often uncomfortable symptoms. New research shows that acupuncture may be a way to do so.

When babies are born to mothers who used opiates, they may experience symptoms of withdrawal which require treatment.

A common treatment for pregnant women prone to blood clots is a daily injection of blood thinner into the stomach. It's intended to prevent pregnancy complications, but recent research suggests this treatment may not work.

Training for triathlons puts a lot of physical stress on the body. For female triathletes, special issues may arise that are often overlooked.

Hospital employees usually watch for jaundice, a yellowing of the skin and eyes, in newborns. Recent research suggests many newborns have this condition.

The birth of a new baby, while joyful, can also bring a great deal of stress and anxiety — especially if the child arrived well before the due date.

It's pretty common knowledge that smoking isn't good for you, and smoking during pregnancy isn't good for either of you.

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome can have a difficult time trying to become pregnant and often take medication to help with fertility. But some medicines may be more effective than others. 

Many factors can affect a woman's decision about birth control methods, and an increased risk for diabetes may be one of them.