"Menopause does not mean you have to suffer": An OB-GYN on breaking the stigma
About one million women in the United States experience menopause every year, but it's still surrounded by stigma — something Dr. Sharon Malone is trying to change.
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About one million women in the United States experience menopause every year, but it's still surrounded by stigma — something Dr. Sharon Malone is trying to change.
In her new book Dr. Sharon Malone, an OB/GYN and certified menopause practitioner, addresses issues facing women who may feel marginalized about their health questions as they get older.
It's a topic that for generations was just whispered about. But today women are speaking more openly about the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause; treatments; and overcoming the stigma associated with "the change."
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In the first major challenge to abortion rights since overturning Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court on Tuesday heard oral arguments in a case that could determine nationwide access to mifepristone. The so-called abortion pill was used in nearly two-thirds of all abortions last year.
The Supreme Court appeared skeptical Tuesday that a group of doctors demonstrated they had the proper basis to sue in federal court over the Food and Drug Administration's move to expand access to mifepristone, a pill used to terminate early pregnancies. Elizabeth Sepper, a law professor at the University of Texas, and Usham Upadhyay an associate professor at the University of California San Francisco, join CBS News with more.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday heard arguments in a case that could upend access to a widely used abortion medication. Jan Crawford reports.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday will hear arguments in a case that could have a major impact on the availability of a medication used in more than 60% of all abortions in the U.S. Willie James Inman reports.
Targeted advertising and changes in societal norms over the past 50 years have led to an upsurge in alcohol-related diseases and deaths among women.
Karen Lynch, CEO of pharmacy giant CVS Health, spoke this week about the decision to carry the abortion pill for the first time in an interview with Norah O'Donnell, anchor and managing editor of "CBS Evening News."
After actor Olivia Munn shared her breast cancer journey and the vital role of risk assessment in her diagnosis, experts weigh in on its significance for early detection and potentially lifesaving treatment.
Vice President Harris discussed women's reproductive health Thursday after visiting a Planned Parenthood clinic in St. Paul, Minnesota. Harris said the U.S. has "to be a nation that trusts women." CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
Following a pivotal FDA rule change, CVS and Walgreens will start offering the abortion pill, mifepristone, to individuals with prescriptions in states where abortion is legal. Dr. Celine Gounder, CBS News medical contributor and editor at large for public health at KFF, has more on what you need to know.
Preeclampsia, a serious condition that causes high blood pressure during pregnancy, is becoming increasingly common, with a 25% rise in cases over the past two decades. Dr. Celine Gounder, a CBS News medical contributor, highlights the urgency of addressing this trend during American Heart Month.
Alabama lawmakers are urgently working to safeguard in-vitro fertilization practices following a court decision that challenges the treatment's legality in the state. A new two-page bill aims to offer legal protection to IVF patients, doctors, and clinics, yet fails to tackle the Alabama Supreme Court's controversial ruling granting embryos the same legal rights as children.
Women tech entrepreneurs are taking it upon themselves to help close the gender health care gap by designing medical devices specifically for women. Meg Oliver takes a look at some of the innovations.
The Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are considered children under state law. Here's why experts are concerned about the decision's impact on IVF access and treatment.
The University of Alabama's hospital has paused in vitro fertilization treatment after the state's Supreme Court ruled frozen embryos are considered people. Meg Oliver takes a look at what the ruling means in Alabama and nationwide.
A study published Monday revealed a gender gap in cardiovascular benefits when it comes to exercise.
A new study says women who suffer from both migraines and common menopausal symptoms could be at higher risk for cardiovascular disease.
Simmone Taitt, founder and CEO of Poppy Seed Health, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss how to get support and resources during and after pregnancy.
Lucy Perez has spent the last year working on an extensive report that highlights inequity in women's health care, dubbed the women's health gap, and presents solutions as well.
One in four couples struggle with infertility and a new study finds that a woman's waist size may be a contributing factor.
Doctors tell 60 Minutes Louisiana's abortion ban has impacted the treatment of miscarriages and reduced access to routine maternal medical care.
Ohio voters on Tuesday rejected a proposal that would've made it more difficult to change the state's constitution. Abortion rights supporters are celebrating the outcome of the vote because of a November ballot question on enshrining reproductive rights in the Ohio constitution. CBS News political director Fin Gómez shares takeaways from the result.