• 1] Since people often spend most of their reproductive years managing their sexual and reproductive health by preventing and delaying pregnancy,[2] preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and managing menstrual cycles, contraceptive access is essential. (apha.org)
  • Contraceptive use can improve health outcomes and reduce health and health care disparities, including reducing the risk of developing certain reproductive cancers,[3] preventing STIs,[4] and treating medical conditions. (apha.org)
  • The International Conference on Emerging Frontiers and Challenges in Management and Control of STIs and HIV organized by National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health (Indian Council of Medical Research) and MGM Institute of Health Sciences and being held in Mumbai, India had some very informative sessions addressing the issue of paediatric HIV. (theseoultimes.com)
  • RHAK has developed information materials for adolescents which cover critical sexual and reproductive health (SRH) issues such as contraception and the prevention and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs, including HIV and AIDS). (ippf.org)
  • Young people aged 16 to 24 have greater sexual health needs than other age groups as they tend to have higher rates of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). (younghackney.org)
  • OBJECTIVES: National guidelines call for annual testing for certain sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among specific adolescent populations, yet we have limited population-based data on STI testing prevalence among adolescents. (cdc.gov)
  • Performing a complete, system, or symptom-directed physical examinations on women, including obstetric and gynecologic conditions/needs that include, pregnancy, benign and malignant gynecologic conditions, contraception, sexually transmitted infections, infertility, perimenopause/menopause/postmenopause and other gender-specific illnesses. (wikipedia.org)
  • Zika virus infection during pregnancy remains a serious for inclusion, with probability of selection proportional to the health threat in Puerto Rico. (cdc.gov)
  • Infection during pregnancy can size of the total birth cohort within each region. (cdc.gov)
  • Department of Health analyzed data from the Pregnancy Risk mosquito repellent) was offered to participants. (cdc.gov)
  • Children, and 91.3% received prenatal care during the first can be used to assess and refine Zika virus infection preven- trimester of pregnancy. (cdc.gov)
  • Mothers receive customized care through Women's Services, including support for new mothers through pregnancy, labor and delivery, and postnatal care. (dignityhealth.org)
  • Plus: The rearranged food pyramid, a chapter about sexual orientation and gender identity, advice for making safer sex more fun, the latest on breast-feeding, support for women experiencing pregnancy loss, and a section devoted to getting the best care in today's complicated health care system. (arsvi.com)
  • On February 1 following an emergency meeting of experts, WHO declared that clusters of birth defects associated with Zika infection during pregnancy constitute a " public health emergency of international concern " requiring a stepped up, coordinated global response. (kff.org)
  • most notably, the Minister of Health of El Salvador, a country which is experiencing a rise in suspected Zika cases, has recommended delaying pregnancy until 2018 . (kff.org)
  • Such calls to postpone pregnancy raise serious issues, because many women across the region have limited access to contraceptives and other reproductive health services , experience high rates of sexual violence , and face other reproductive health decision-making barriers that can result in unintended pregnancies. (kff.org)
  • In many places, that gap translates to little access to information and services about sexual and reproductive health, including about contraception and pregnancy. (plancanada.ca)
  • About 218 million women of reproductive age in low and middle resource settings who want to avoid pregnancy are not using a modern contraceptive method and about 25 million unsafe abortions occur each year contributing heavily to maternal mortality and morbidity, which fall disproportionately on the most vulnerable groups of women and adolescent girls. (itg.be)
  • Information about state and local education policies regarding sexually transmitted infections, including human immunodeficiency virus, and unintended pregnancy prevention is available, yet less is known about school-level implementation of such policies. (cdc.gov)
  • The suggested link between maternal exposure to Zika virus infection during the first trimester of pregnancy and the increased birth prevalence of microcephaly provide additional evidence for congenital infection with Zika virus. (cdc.gov)
  • CDC has updated its interim guidelines for U.S. health care providers caring for infants born to mothers who traveled to or resided in areas with Zika virus transmission during pregnancy and expanded guidelines to include infants and children with possible acute Zika virus disease. (cdc.gov)
  • CDC and state, tribal, local, and territorial health departments request that healthcare providers, especially obstetric and pediatric healthcare providers, participate in the US Zika Pregnancy Registry. (cdc.gov)
  • More than 40% of all women will end a pregnancy by abortion at some time in their reproductive lives. (medscape.com)
  • In pregnant women with laboratory evidence of Zika virus infection, serial ultrasound examination should be considered to monitor fetal growth and anatomy and referral to a maternal-fetal medicine or infectious disease specialist with expertise in pregnancy management is recommended. (cdc.gov)
  • No evidence exists to suggest that pregnant women are more susceptible to Zika virus infection or experience more severe disease during pregnancy. (cdc.gov)
  • The full spectrum of outcomes that might be associated with Zika virus infections during pregnancy is unknown and requires further investigation. (cdc.gov)
  • With a focus on sexual and reproductive health, this research institute maintains a state-by-state summary of laws that govern pregnancy termination. (medscape.com)
  • In addition, for women of childbearing age with health problems that might result in complications in the event of a pregnancy, it is appropriate to establish this fact in the medical record. (medscape.com)
  • These include urinary tract infections, bacteremia (bacteria in the blood) and bacterial meningitis (bacterial infection of the membrane housing the brain and spinal cord). (nih.gov)
  • Other sites of infection are otitis media, skin and soft tissues and urinary tract infections. (theseoultimes.com)
  • Treatment for urinary tract infections, genital warts, and many other issues. (tufts.edu)
  • For the testing and treatment of urinary tract infections, we will need to collect a urine sample at the time of your visit. (plannedparenthood.org)
  • The National Reproductive Health Strategy 2006 2009 contributed to improving the health of the people of Afghanistan, especially women and children, through the implementation of the basic package of health services (BPHS) and the essential package of hospital services (EPHS) as the standard, agreed-upon minimum package of health care services to be provided at each level of the health system. (who.int)
  • Since the beginning of the internal conflict inside the Syrian Arab Republic, WHO, in partnership with other health care organizations, has worked tirelessly to relieve the suffering that many refugees in Al Zaatari face. (who.int)
  • The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is the primary federal agency for improving health care to people who are geographically isolated, economically or medically vulnerable. (nih.gov)
  • Tens of millions of Americans receive quality, affordable health care and other services through HRSA's 90-plus programs and more than 3,000 grantees. (nih.gov)
  • Our Reproductive and Sexual Health Clinic provides developmentally appropriate care to adolescents and young adults. (seattlechildrens.org)
  • We work closely with healthcare providers from different clinics or services to care for people with medical or developmental issues that can affect their reproductive health. (seattlechildrens.org)
  • Our interdisciplinary Reproductive and Sexual Health team works closely with you and other members of the healthcare team to create customized care plans. (seattlechildrens.org)
  • Our team is involved in research that is transforming the diagnosis, treatment and care of reproductive and sexual health issues. (seattlechildrens.org)
  • Collaborating with other health care providers for management or referral of high-risk pregnancies. (wikipedia.org)
  • Advanced practice registered nurse Women's health "Nurse Practitioner Primary Care Competencies in Specialty Areas" (PDF). (wikipedia.org)
  • The proposed framework leverages existing opportunities such as increasing public financing for health, comprehensive revitalization of primary health care, the universal health coverage agenda and broader global health commitments. (who.int)
  • The actions that Member States must implement should give priority to the primary health care level and follow the life-cycle approach. (who.int)
  • They can be life-threatening, result in long-term disability, or both, and negatively impact individuals, families, health-care systems and societies. (who.int)
  • The primary health care they provide include routine physical tests, prescription of medicines, and treating and managing minor to acute illnesses. (saba.edu)
  • Stigma prevents the delivery of effective social and medical care (including taking antiretroviral therapy) and also enhances the number of HIV infections. (hindawi.com)
  • More qualitative studies on HIV/AIDS stigma including stigma in health care institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa are recommended. (hindawi.com)
  • and seeking medical care if symptomatic is more difficult for someone without health insurance or easy access to care. (nichq.org)
  • Families should talk with their health care providers when deciding to breastfeed. (nichq.org)
  • MedStar Health has expert adolescent medicine physicians who offer specialized, routine, and acute medical care to adolescents ages 12 through 22-all within a trusting and compassionate environment. (medstarhealth.org)
  • We know that many distinct challenges exist in adolescent and young adult health care. (medstarhealth.org)
  • We are committed to helping all of our patients have a smooth transition from pediatric to adult health care. (medstarhealth.org)
  • If the patient wishes for their parents to discuss their health on the patient's behalf, the patient will provide written consent to the health care provider by completing a form. (medstarhealth.org)
  • She is the volunteer director of the Phoenix Teen Clinic and mentors teens to operate the clinic as health care workers and reproductive health educators. (thephoenixtheater.com)
  • Our practice delivers patient-centered care and provides a variety of medical services for each member of the family. (adena.org)
  • Veterinary services describe the medical care and treatment offered to animals by trained vets. (francophoniecanadienne.ca)
  • Pet health checkups are an essential part of preventative care for pets. (francophoniecanadienne.ca)
  • Veterinarians can prescribe medications and provide preventive care to deal with and prevent these issues. (francophoniecanadienne.ca)
  • Pet emergency care is veterinary care that is provided to pets when they are experiencing an unexpected, severe health problem or injury that needs immediate attention. (francophoniecanadienne.ca)
  • Systematic reviews and empirical studies have shown that PWD experience disparities in preventive health care. (nih.gov)
  • Reproductive health care is particularly problematic. (nih.gov)
  • Effective interventions to address knowledge and practice gaps among PWD, their caregivers and partners, and health care providers using a life course approach. (nih.gov)
  • Research is sparse on reproductive health care for adolescents with disabilities who are cisgender boys, non-binary, or transgender. (nih.gov)
  • They noted that the past decade has seen significant advancements in care for youth with disabilities, but reproductive health care and sexual health education remain substandard. (nih.gov)
  • Contraceptive and abortion services are critical care for many trafficking victims. (aclu.org)
  • A new resource for health care officials working with women displaced from conflict-affected regions throughout the world was announced today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (cdc.gov)
  • Adolescent health specialists also can provide reproductive health services and sexually transmitted infection care that not all pediatricians have training to handle. (news-line.com)
  • Medical doctors are also great resources to either link families to mental health resources, prescribe medications if necessary, or assess whether an adolescent needs a higher level of care. (news-line.com)
  • 98% of live their health care provider to be the best source of information births) were eligible, and all agreed to participate. (cdc.gov)
  • As a woman, you have specific health care needs and face unique issues. (dignityhealth.org)
  • Our services range from basic care for uncomplicated pregnancies to complex care for high-risk pregnancies, and we offer specialized care from neonatal specialists and maternal-fetal medicine doctors. (dignityhealth.org)
  • These figures indicate that many women do not have access to essential and emergency obstetric care, let alone access to more comprehensive reproductive health services. (thecornerhouse.org.uk)
  • In addition to a health clinic for HIV education, care and treatment, the organization offers a girl-centered program called the Binti Pamoja Center that allows young girls to provide peer support for each other and organize "Safe Spaces" to discuss HIV. (ajws.org)
  • Education about city standards for respectful care at birth, health care proxy forms and patients' rights. (nyc.gov)
  • and how to access information published by the New York State Department of health on appointing a health care proxy. (nyc.gov)
  • Contraception is a critical component of sexual and reproductive health equity and well-being that includes the range of methods and associated health care that assist individuals in achieving their reproductive desires. (apha.org)
  • MSF teams are continuing to provide care and medications to help manage their health and prevent things from getting worse. (msf.org.uk)
  • According to the authors, some of them among the original contributors, knowledge is power, but women will make little change in the medical and health-care industries unless they join forces with other women at home and around the world. (arsvi.com)
  • Like its predecessor, this volume is wide in scope (but lacking in depth), and has a profoundly feminist perspective as it emphasizes sexual health, reproductive rights, community-based organization and the political, economic and social conditions that limit women's access to quality health care. (arsvi.com)
  • Much of the new information details recent health research on women's needs and inequities in medical care for men and women, and reflects the experiences of different ethnicities, sexual preferences and economic backgrounds. (arsvi.com)
  • Women are the primary consumers of health care in the U.S., but, the authors say, they are grossly underserved. (arsvi.com)
  • Midwifery care encompasses a full range of primary care services for women throughout their lifespan. (limamemorial.org)
  • Assuming patients are cisgender and lack of transgender competent training in healthcare can create barriers around providing appropriate care, testing, and screening for transgender patients, which perpetuates the health disparity. (navy.mil)
  • Medical Services provides primary care for students, including diagnosis and treatment of illnesses and injuries. (newschool.edu)
  • Gynecological routine care and sexual health counseling are available. (newschool.edu)
  • 1 Discipline of Health Promotion, Department of Public Health & Primary Health Care, Fiji National University, Suva, Fiji . (scirp.org)
  • During this time, adolescent girls and boys need access to health care and education that addresses their specific needs and challenges. (plancanada.ca)
  • Through our Strengthening Health Outcomes for Women and Children (SHOW) project, we're training health care workers to provide gender responsive and adolescent-friendly health services and empowering youth to be leaders of their own sexual health to help them make informed decisions about their future. (plancanada.ca)
  • They may make unmarried pregnant girls feel ashamed for being pregnant and seeking health care. (plancanada.ca)
  • The Center for Awareness, Resources and Education (CARE) at Tufts also provides a wide range of educational information about Sex Health on their website. (tufts.edu)
  • Planned Parenthood delivers vital reproductive health care, sex education, and information to millions of people worldwide. (plannedparenthood.org)
  • However, the current rate of improvement is insufficient to meet the ambitious 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including ensuring universal access to sexual and reproductive health care services. (itg.be)
  • Early on, DAWN provided visibility to strategic issues through the Official High Level Roundtable on "Challenges and Achievements in the Implementation of MDGs for Women and Girls" where Gita Sen gave a powerful speech about the future we want for our daughters, as well as, two official side events, "Linking the ICPD with the MDGs and Post 2015 Development Agenda" and "Care and Sustainability Economy in the Post 2015 Agenda. (socialwatch.org)
  • The Agreed Conclusions reaffirmed the Cairo Programme of Action as well as the Beijing Platform of Action, which called for investments in "quality comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care" including emergency contraception, information and education, safe abortion where allowed by law, and prevention and treatment of sexually transmitted infections and HIV. (socialwatch.org)
  • In this exam, your health care provider inserts a lubricated, gloved finger into your rectum to feel your prostate for lumps or anything unusual. (medlineplus.gov)
  • CDC has developed interim guidelines for health care providers in the United States caring for pregnant women during a Zika virus outbreak. (cdc.gov)
  • Health care providers should ask all pregnant women about recent travel. (cdc.gov)
  • Sunjay R. Devarajan, MD, assistant professor of pulmonary medicine and critical care, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, has faced this issue in a state that has some of the most restrictive laws. (medscape.com)
  • Throughout this paper we use the term SRH to encompass HIV and AIDS, as well as other SRH issues such as sexuality, reproductive services and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) treatment. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Even with the advances in treatment, HIV/AIDS still remains a huge public health concern. (avac.org)
  • Although the current data show that the global HIV/AIDS epidemic is stabilizing, statistics still report an unacceptably high level of infection and progress is uneven in many countries [ 1 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • The toolkit can be used to collect and analyze data on safe motherhood, family planning, sexual history, sexually transmitted infections, HIV/AIDS, gender-based violence, female genital cutting, and emotional health. (cdc.gov)
  • July 11, 2012) - As Washington, D.C. prepares to host the XIX International AIDS Conference this month, American Jewish World Service (AJWS), an international development and human rights organization, today released a report making the case that increased investment in girl-led and girl-centered programs is essential to ending the AIDS epidemic. (ajws.org)
  • The results of the study highlighted the main determinants and risk factors, which provide a framework for public health experts and program planners to focus on different aspects of HIV/AIDS. (scirp.org)
  • As HIV/AIDS is a culturally sensitive health issue, developing preventive strategies considering the factors determined in this study will be strongly advised. (scirp.org)
  • The dynamics of SRH, HIV and AIDS, like many policy arenas, are partly generic and partly issue- and context-specific. (biomedcentral.com)
  • This current debate whether Planned Parenthood should be funded by the Federal Government is a hot issue in the current election. (bartleby.com)
  • Planned Parenthood directly provides reproductive health services, is involved in teach young students about sexual education, contributes to research in reproductive technology, and interacts with legal and political efforts aimed at protecting and developing reproductive rights. (bartleby.com)
  • Escovedo: We counsel about general health, but also specific issues like management of menstrual disorders, eating disorders, substance use concerns, mental health, contraception, when to get vaccines like the HPV vaccine or COVID vaccines. (news-line.com)
  • The Programme's recommendation -- that population programmes provide reproductive health services rather than just family planning -- assumes that women's fertility will not drop until children survive beyond infancy and young childhood, until men also take responsibility for contraception, and until women have the right to control their fertility and enough political power to secure that right. (thecornerhouse.org.uk)
  • Public health interventions aimed at addressing women's contraception needs should be encouraged so that women can make informed decisions about contraceptive use. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Reproductive healthcare visits may include IUD or Nexplanon insertion or removal and prescriptions for the contraceptive pill, patch, ring, diaphragm or other forms of contraception. (newschool.edu)
  • To understand more about where these issues are likely to be more acute, we examine available country-level data on access to contraception, abortion policies, and the US government's foreign assistance and global health presence in Zika-affected countries. (kff.org)
  • We calculated prevalence of service delivery challenges (e.g., limited long-acting reversible contraception services) and use of strategies to support access (e.g., telehealth) in the month prior to survey completion, compared these estimates with prevalence 'at any point during the COVID-19 pandemic', and examined differences by physician specialty and adolescent patient volume. (cdc.gov)
  • Yet, reproductive health conditions are the leading cause of death and illness in women of childbearing age worldwide, and at least 200 million women want to plan their families or space their children, but lack access to safe and effective contraception. (appropedia.org)
  • This history could prove useful for maximizing options when making decisions in the best interest of the mother's health in the event of contraception failure. (medscape.com)
  • Child Health, Family Planning/ Birth Spacing, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) and Breast and Cervical Cancers. (who.int)
  • These also prevent unwanted litter and lower the risk of specific health problems like reproductive cancers. (francophoniecanadienne.ca)
  • Dignity Health offers comprehensive screening, diagnosis, and treatment for most types of cancer, including mammograms and other diagnostic services to identify and stage breast cancers and gynecological cancers, and advanced therapies for diagnosed cancers, including radiation, chemotherapy, experimental treatments, targeted therapies, and surgery. (dignityhealth.org)
  • Infection leads to progressive immunologic deterioration and opportunistic infections and cancers. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Pregnant women with a history of travel to an area with Zika virus transmission and who report two or more symptoms consistent with Zika virus disease (acute onset of fever, maculopapular rash, arthralgia, or conjunctivitis) during or within 2 weeks of travel, or who have ultrasound findings of fetal microcephaly or intracranial calcifications, should be tested for Zika virus infection in consultation with their state or local health department. (cdc.gov)
  • HHS did this knowing that USCCB prohibits, based on its religious beliefs, grantees from using any of the federal funds to provide or refer for contraceptive or abortion services. (aclu.org)
  • In a July policy guidance and letter , the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reaffirmed that EMTALA requires hospitals and physicians to offer life- or health-saving medical services, including abortion, in emergency situations. (salon.com)
  • Abortion foes argue that state anti-abortion laws already include adequate exceptions when a pregnant woman's life or health is in danger. (salon.com)
  • We focus on promoting sexual health and reducing unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections among adolescents and young adults. (seattlechildrens.org)
  • Issues like unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections remain prevalent. (healthtelescope.org)
  • Approximately 3000 to 5000 pregnant women with HIV infection give birth annually in the United States, so attention to preventing MTCT remains critical in preventing HIV infection in infants and children. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Even before the association between Zika infection and births defects was confirmed, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), the CDC and other health authorities had issued guidance to pregnant women and those seeking to become pregnant to consider delaying travel to Zika-affected areas , and for those living in countries with widespread Zika transmission to avoid exposure to mosquito bites . (kff.org)
  • This report provides preliminary information on testing for Zika virus infection of U.S. pregnant women who have traveled to areas with Zika virus transmission. (cdc.gov)
  • The incidence of Zika virus infection in pregnant women is not currently known, and data on pregnant women infected with Zika virus are limited. (cdc.gov)
  • Because there is neither a vaccine nor prophylactic medications available to prevent Zika virus infection, CDC recommends that all pregnant women consider postponing travel to areas where Zika virus transmission is ongoing ( 10 ). (cdc.gov)
  • Our Reproductive and Sexual Health providers have specialized training in adolescent medicine, giving them a deeper understanding of the development that happens during adolescence and early adulthood. (seattlechildrens.org)
  • As recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine, and the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, we offer our patients time in the Adolescent Medicine Clinic to talk with their provider alone. (seattlechildrens.org)
  • Washington state privacy laws make it complicated for parents and caregivers to access adolescent health information. (seattlechildrens.org)
  • the adolescent specialists at MedStar Health are always available to discuss your family's needs. (medstarhealth.org)
  • The Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Program at MedStar Health provides comprehensive outpatient evaluation and treatment for children and their families. (medstarhealth.org)
  • The mission of the Phoenix Teen Clinic is to provide education, literature, and free or low cost services for various adolescent issues, including reproductive health and sexually transmitted infections, in an environment that is relaxed and teen friendly. (thephoenixtheater.com)
  • Escovedo, an adolescent health specialist with Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children's, says many teens today are affected by social media-fueled peer pressure, depression and anxiety, and the effects of the pandemic lockdown. (news-line.com)
  • The teenage years have always been difficult," said Escovedo, who directs a new adolescent health clinic at Guerin Children's. (news-line.com)
  • The Cedars-Sinai Adolescent Health Clinic is focused on the health of preteens, teenagers and young adults. (news-line.com)
  • These include topics in which adolescent health specialists have counseling experience, such as sex, drugs, mental health and other sensitive issues. (news-line.com)
  • Newsroom: What services does the Cedars-Sinai Adolescent Health Clinic provide? (news-line.com)
  • Gender transformative projects address the root causes of gender inequality and promote the value of women and girls health project is helping entire communities champion women and adolescent girls' health while moving the needle on gender equality. (plancanada.ca)
  • Plan International and its partners are improving health for vulnerable women, adolescent girls and children in five countries by tackling gender inequality, a root cause of maternal and child deaths. (plancanada.ca)
  • In our culture, if an adolescent girl goes to the health centre, there will be gossip: 'Who is that girl? (plancanada.ca)
  • Married adolescent girls are also at risk of marital rape, unwanted pregnancies, unsafe abortions, sexually transmitted infections and complications during childbirth. (plancanada.ca)
  • METHODS: Data were from the DocStyles online panel survey administered September-November 2021 to US physicians who reported their practice provided SRH services to adolescent patients before the pandemic (n= 948). (cdc.gov)
  • Puerto Rico residents) who gave birth on the selected dates with laboratory evidence of possible Zika virus infection ( 2 ). (cdc.gov)
  • The recent and rapid spread of Zika virus, a mosquito-transmitted infection, into the Americas is the latest in a series of emerging infectious diseases that pose new threats to human health. (kff.org)
  • Active Zika transmission is now reported in over 20 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, as well as several other territories , and the World Health Organization (WHO) predicts it could affect 4 million people across the Americas this year alone . (kff.org)
  • The United States government may have an important role to play in addressing health access and rights for women in Zika-affected countries, both through its direct health and development assets as well as its diplomatic engagement and public health expertise. (kff.org)
  • Typically, poorer women and women in rural areas have much less access to contraceptives , and are likely to be most at risk for Zika infection as well. (kff.org)
  • In this transnational study, we aimed at providing insights into women's views and attitudes towards their reproductive rights during the Zika epidemic. (bvsalud.org)
  • We aimed at providing insights into women's views and attitudes towards their reproductive rights, and at exposing the psychosocial and cultural factors affecting women during the times of Zika. (bvsalud.org)
  • We focused on the reproductive choices of women indirectly affected by the disease, because to our knowledge the literature on the Zika epidemic concentrates on the impact of the disease on women who delivered babies with microcephaly. (bvsalud.org)
  • In May 2015, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) issued an alert regarding the first confirmed Zika virus infection in Brazil. (bvsalud.org)
  • Guillain-Barré syndrome has been reported in patients following suspected Zika virus infection ( 4 - 6 ). (cdc.gov)
  • Zika virus infections have been confirmed in infants with microcephaly ( 4 ), and in the current outbreak in Brazil, a marked increase in the number of infants born with microcephaly has been reported ( 9 ). (cdc.gov)
  • However, it is not known how many of the microcephaly cases are associated with Zika virus infection. (cdc.gov)
  • Studies are under way to investigate the association of Zika virus infection and microcephaly, including the role of other contributory factors (e.g., prior or concurrent infection with other organisms, nutrition, and environment). (cdc.gov)
  • Delays in adopting and implementing innovative interventions, technologies and approaches, as well as persistent legal and social barriers to accessing services for key populations and vulnerable groups are a cause for concern. (who.int)
  • and implementing health promotion interventions and differentiated service delivery approaches. (who.int)
  • This 3-week course is designed for programme managers, decision-makers, health professionals/clinicians, and researchers involved in sexual and reproductive health programmes and interventions. (itg.be)
  • This epidemic may be yet another opportunity for the improvement of women's health by strengthening culturally sensitive family planning services, and a broad spectrum of public health interventions. (bvsalud.org)
  • A women's health nurse practitioner (WHNP) is a nurse practitioner that specializes in continuing and comprehensive healthcare for women across the lifespan with emphasis on conditions unique to women from menarche through the remainder of their life cycle. (wikipedia.org)
  • WHNPs deliver a range of acute, chronic, and preventive healthcare services:[citation needed] Obtaining a relevant health history, including a comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic history, with emphasis on gender-based differences. (wikipedia.org)
  • The COVID-19 Pandemic has been a major public health crisis, affecting millions of Americans and straining healthcare systems. (healthtelescope.org)
  • Despite advances in healthcare, many Americans still face challenges in accessing affordable and quality healthcare services. (healthtelescope.org)
  • Access to comprehensive sexual education, family planning services, and reproductive healthcare has been a topic of debate and concern. (healthtelescope.org)
  • Health disparities based on race and ethnicity persist, with minority populations facing higher rates of certain diseases and limited access to quality healthcare. (healthtelescope.org)
  • Addressing these challenges requires collaboration between government agencies, healthcare providers, communities, and other stakeholders to develop and implement effective strategies for promoting the health and well-being of all Americans. (healthtelescope.org)
  • Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs) provide an array of women's healthcare services. (limamemorial.org)
  • They offer specialized healthcare intended to foster a holistic approach to health and well-being by providing choices that help their patients make informed decisions. (limamemorial.org)
  • IPPF works in over 145 countries delivering sexual and reproductive healthcare through our IPPF Member Associations (MA). (ippf.org)
  • Help us deliver sexual and reproductive healthcare to those most in need. (ippf.org)
  • Women, girls and vulnerable communities suffer disproportionately without access to sexual and reproductive healthcare during humanitarian crises. (ippf.org)
  • These physicians also provide sexual health services -- testing of vaginal infections, pelvic exams, pap tests and cancer screenings. (saba.edu)
  • For the testing and treatment of vaginal infections, a pelvic exam may be required. (plannedparenthood.org)
  • PECARN, a research network of 18 pediatric emergency departments and 9 emergency medical services agencies, is funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau. (nih.gov)
  • The CDC has made a connection between COVID-19 and Multi-system Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MISC-C), a serious pediatric health condition. (nichq.org)
  • Weinberg GA, Siberry GK: Pediatric human immunodeficiency virus infection. (msdmanuals.com)
  • A targeted approach to gender equality allows us to focus on initiatives that fight poverty and inequality by supporting gender equality and defending the rights of women and girls, particularly their sexual health and reproductive rights. (gc.ca)
  • The close links between sustainable development and reproductive health and gender equality, the other main areas of UNFPA's work, were affirmed at the 1994 International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) in Cairo. (appropedia.org)
  • Investments in reproductive health save and improve lives, slow the spread of HIV and encourage gender equality. (appropedia.org)
  • While the MDGs resulted in a reduction of poverty in some respects, the goals furthest from being achieved are those focused on women and girls-particularly on achieving gender equality and improving maternal health. (socialwatch.org)
  • Family planning and reproductive health opment in 1994 urged gender equality and programmes in the Islamic Republic of Iran equity and the empowerment of women [ 1 ]. (who.int)
  • Other areas comprise of Infertility, Obstetric Fistula, and cross-cutting issues. (who.int)
  • They also diagnose and treat disorders of the reproductive system such as cysts, infertility and endometriosis. (saba.edu)
  • In order to effectively lead the health sector and to deliver quality health services, the Ministry of Public Health needs to develop policies, strategies, guidelines, and standard protocols. (who.int)
  • This way, revising the National Reproductive Health Policy (2012- 2016) is one of the significant achievements of the Ministry of Public Health in improving the health system of Afghanistan. (who.int)
  • In line with this policy, the Reproductive Health Directorate of the Ministry of Public Health owns the roles of monitoring, setting standards, advocacy, motivation, guidance, relationship, and being cooperative with other counter- parts. (who.int)
  • It can be done, considering that male medical circumcision was incorporated into the public health response, offering a 60 percent reduction in the chances of HIV infection whilst PrEP has been shown to be more than 80 percent efficacy in some trials. (avac.org)
  • This new regional action framework was developed with the aim of achieving an African Region where the public health threats of HIV, tuberculosis, viral hepatitis and sexually transmitted infections are controlled or eliminated. (who.int)
  • Although congenital anomalies account for a smaller percentage of deaths of neonates and infants aged 1-59 months in middle-income and low-income countries than in the wealthiest countries, more than 95% of all child deaths due to congenital anomalies occur in these settings, indicating that congenital anomalies affect all countries and represent a significant challenge to public health globally. (who.int)
  • HAVANA, Apr 1 2015 (IPS) - In addition to other forms of discrimination, lesbian and bisexual women in Cuba face unequal treatment from public health services. (ipsnews.net)
  • It is the only clinic exclusively serving teens in Petaluma since the closure of the public health clinic in 1994. (thephoenixtheater.com)
  • She is a family nurse practitioner, a physician's assistant, has a masters of science in nursing, and is a certified public health nurse. (thephoenixtheater.com)
  • Ensuring the reproductive health needs are met for women from conflict settings is a challenge, but we believe this toolkit is a positive step forward in generating information that can quickly identify and better address health needs of women affected by regional conflicts or public health emergencies," said CDC's Dr. Marianne Zotti, senior health scientist, Division of Reproductive Health, who developed the toolkit. (cdc.gov)
  • A section of International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (ISSN 1660-4601). (mdpi.com)
  • The International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ( IJERPH ) is a peer-reviewed scientific journal that publishes articles and communications in the interdisciplinary area of environmental health sciences and public health. (mdpi.com)
  • there- invited to complete a self-administered survey using either a fore, prevention has been the focus of public health activities, tablet computer (Dell Venue Pro 7139) or paper form. (cdc.gov)
  • Public health issues in America encompass a wide range of challenges that impact the health and well-being of its population and around the world. (healthtelescope.org)
  • Efforts to control the spread of the virus have included vaccination campaigns, social distancing measures, mask mandates, and public health messaging. (healthtelescope.org)
  • Obesity is a significant public health concern in the U.S., leading to a higher risk of chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and certain Cancer . (healthtelescope.org)
  • Gun violence is considered a public health issue, and there are ongoing debates about how to balance Second Amendment rights with efforts to prevent gun-related harm. (healthtelescope.org)
  • In addition to COVID-19, other infectious diseases such as influenza, tuberculosis, and sexually transmitted infections continue to pose public health challenges that require ongoing surveillance, prevention, and treatment efforts. (healthtelescope.org)
  • These are just a few of the major public health issues in the United States. (healthtelescope.org)
  • It also lays out specific policy recommendations for U.S. agencies designing and implementing public health and development programs to tackle these issues. (ajws.org)
  • 5 Department of Public Health, Ministry of Health, Weno, Federated States of Micronesia . (scirp.org)
  • The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is known as the biggest public health challenge in both developed and developing countries. (scirp.org)
  • We find that there is scope for greater cross-fertilisation of concepts, models and experiences between public health researchers and political scientists working in international development and research impact evaluation. (biomedcentral.com)
  • This paper reviews existing literature to address the following two questions: What are the factors that typically influence the impact of public health research evidence on policy? (biomedcentral.com)
  • The City and Hackney Public Health has teamed up with Young Hackney to offer an all-round service to help residents aged 16 to 24 make healthy and informed choices about their sexual and reproductive lives. (younghackney.org)
  • During this COCA Call, clinicians will learn about synthetic cannabinoids, their clinical effects, and the role clinicians can play in the public health response. (cdc.gov)
  • Social capital, often seen as the resources accessed through social connections, is currently gaining much attention in public health. (bvsalud.org)
  • This reproductive health review of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region provides an overview of the issues and establishes a base of knowledge upon which a strategy could be constructed. (worldbank.org)
  • The sexual and reproductive health of female sex workers in Southern Africa is particularly important, given the high prevalence of HIV among this population. (bvsalud.org)
  • International Perspectives on Sexual and Reproductive Health (1975-2020) published peer-reviewed research on sexual and reproductive health in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, and Asia. (guttmacher.org)
  • Coercive interpersonal, institutional, and structural practices and policies contradicting human rights-based and person-centered approaches often impact contraceptive access and reproductive self-determination. (apha.org)
  • and calls for the adoption of person-centered contraceptive counseling and access strategies and associated quality and service metrics. (apha.org)
  • One way to measure access to reproductive health services is to look at the use of contraceptives, as indicated by the contraceptive prevalence rate (CPR). (kff.org)
  • Of these, all but Nicaragua and Paraguay report that in 2015, contraceptive commodity stockouts were a problem at either the service delivery point level or central level, indicating ongoing issues with access. (kff.org)
  • We examine trends in the percentage of US secondary schools teaching sexual and reproductive health (SRH) topics in a required course in Grades 6-8 and 9-12, including healthy relationships, sexual abstinence, condoms and condoms with other contraceptive methods. (cdc.gov)
  • and to assess emerging needs and current to improve access to men's contraceptive trends regarding this issue. (who.int)
  • It is not just about filling out a health form (which we certainly do) but, more importantly, to renew our relationship, update immunizations and laboratory tests, and screen for any physical or psychosocial problems or health-risk behaviors that may need attention or anticipatory guidance. (medstarhealth.org)
  • Thus, we argue for the importance of considering cultural beliefs and behaviors when implementing health prevention or protection measures to control epidemics. (bvsalud.org)
  • This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) invites grant applications that address gaps in our understanding of best practices for promoting reproductive health across the transition from adolescence to adulthood for persons with disabilities. (nih.gov)
  • While most practices that initiated strategies supporting access to services during the pandemic used such strategies in the prior month, some practices (22%-37% depending on the strategy) did not. (cdc.gov)
  • In City and Hackney, between 1 January 2019 and 30 September 2019, young people accounted for almost 27% of STI diagnoses made outside of sexual health clinics. (younghackney.org)
  • The major recommendation of the Programme of Action -- that population programmes should provide integrated reproductive health services rather than just family planning -- reflects the women's organising, and the Programme has undoubtedly been a useful lobbying and advocacy tool for women's health activists around the world. (thecornerhouse.org.uk)
  • Using a broad gender and human rights perspective, this 3-week course will enable you to improve sexual & reproductive health programmes in LMIC settings. (itg.be)
  • While awareness of health disparities related to race and ethnicity, sex, and gender has increased, awareness of health disparities among persons with disabilities (PWD) has lagged. (nih.gov)
  • This issue has led to health disparities based on factors such as income, race, and geography. (healthtelescope.org)
  • Transgender individuals face health disparities linked to societal stigma, discrimination, and denial for civil and human rights. (navy.mil)
  • The Section "Women's Health" will focus on health promotion, disease prevention, and the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions that affect women's physical and emotional well-being from a global perspective. (mdpi.com)
  • The Women's Health section aims to provide a platform for authors, reviewers, and researchers around the world to present their original articles, qualitative studies, commentaries, and systematic reviews concerning the new developments in health promotion and the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of women's illnesses. (mdpi.com)
  • Diagnosis of HIV infection in infants/children less than 18 months is through RNA PCR viral cultures and boosted p24 antigen. (theseoultimes.com)
  • Research shows that a person's physical, emotional and social development during adolescence can affect their overall health throughout their life. (seattlechildrens.org)
  • Many adult health problems have their origins in adolescence and young adulthood, so discussions about smoking, alcohol and drug use, sexuality, mood, nutrition, sleep, and exercise are among the important subjects we review. (medstarhealth.org)
  • Although the number of children infected annually has decreased, the total number of US adolescents and young adults (13 to 24 years of age) with HIV infection continues to increase despite the marked success in decreasing perinatal HIV infection. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Therefore, this study examined the relationship between social capital and the youth's utilisation of reproductive health services.The study population comprised adolescents and young adults aged 15-24 years who were both in and out of school at the time of the survey. (bvsalud.org)
  • The report's analysis of several programs operating in Kenya reveals that integrating HIV resources with sexual and reproductive health programs and broader social, educational, economic and legal services is critical to reaching girls. (ajws.org)
  • About 80 percent of the world's refugees and internally displaced people are women and children and CDC has created a toolkit that will help health officials better assess their health status and needs. (cdc.gov)
  • CDC decided to develop the toolkit in 2003 after receiving repeated requests for assistance to assess reproductive health needs in conflict settings. (cdc.gov)
  • Your doctor will carefully assess your health and take the time to learn about your family history, past medical history, lifestyle, personal preferences, and concerns. (dignityhealth.org)
  • These unmet needs contribute to unsafe abortions, sexually transmitted infections, increased fertility rate connected to poverty, high maternal mortality rates, and low employment [ 4 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Young women seeking sexual and reproductive health services are shamed at health centres, being asked or told to keep their legs closed rather than seek contraceptives. (avac.org)
  • Women's health and rights organizations applauded governments who stood up for the rights of all individuals to live free of violence, discrimination, and barriers to accessing sexual and reproductive health services, particularly for girls. (socialwatch.org)
  • Data for the study were extracted from the most recent 2016-18 Papua New Guinea Demographic and Health Survey. (biomedcentral.com)
  • All Cubans enjoy health coverage by a local family clinic, which is responsible for reminding women when it is time for their next Pap test. (ipsnews.net)
  • Back issues of International Family Planning Perspectives (1975-2008) and International Perspectives on Sexual and Reproductive Health (2009-2020), are available online through JSTOR to participating libraries. (guttmacher.org)
  • Your family health history. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Family planning services. (who.int)
  • This narrative review could initiate critical thoughts and discussions on the factors in skewed marital unfaithful and the contribution to reproductive health and family life. (bvsalud.org)
  • Weigel, 2017), with far reaching implications to are often transferred from one person to another during reproductive health, family health and the sanctity of sexual activity. (bvsalud.org)
  • Many of the Phoenix's jobs involving show production, sound, stage lighting, area supervision during shows, door staffing and janitorial services are performed by teens and young adults who are being mentored by the theater management. (thephoenixtheater.com)
  • Clinical manifestations present more commonly in children than adults include serious and recurrent bacterial infections, GI tract infections, chronic parotid swelling, lymphocytic interstitial pneumonitis and early onset of progressive neurologic deterioration. (theseoultimes.com)
  • prevalence varied by physician specialty (e.g., 26% and 17%, respectively by service, among internists). (cdc.gov)
  • However, this study was part of a nationally representative bio-behavioural survey and determined the prevalence of HIV and HBV among prison inmates and identified factors associated with these infections. (bvsalud.org)
  • This bill would require the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene to post the annual Maternal Mortality and Morbidity report on its website. (nyc.gov)
  • World Health Organization, Geneva, 2008. (who.int)
  • It is unlikely a trafficking victim or a cash-strapped nonprofit organization that provides services to trafficking victims would come forward to sue the federal government. (aclu.org)
  • The Alan Guttmacher Institute (AGI) is a private organization that is not subject to the reporting limitations of state health departments. (medscape.com)
  • World Health Organization. (who.int)
  • A new protocol could help emergency room physicians to rule out life-threatening bacterial infections among infants up to 2 months of age who have fevers, potentially eliminating the need for spinal taps, unnecessary antibiotic treatments or expensive hospital stays. (nih.gov)
  • Kupperman, N., et al A clinical prediction rule to identify febrile infants 60 days and younger at low risk for serious bacterial infections. (nih.gov)
  • However, generally, pregnant woman may be more susceptible to viral respiratory infections, including COVID-19. (nichq.org)
  • Or shamed for seeking treatment for sexually transmitted infections. (avac.org)
  • The diversity of causes and determinants of congenital disorders requires a range of preventive and treatment approaches, some of which raise ethical and social issues. (who.int)
  • All treatment in the Cuban health system is free of charge and is delivered without institutionalised discrimination. (ipsnews.net)
  • Gynecological treatments at Dignity Health include screening or treatment for STDs, fertility treatments, gender reassignment, and treatment for reproductive disorders and pelvic pain. (dignityhealth.org)
  • At Dignity Health, your medical team of nurses, technicians, and radiologists may use imaging and/or diagnostic tests to pinpoint the cause of symptoms and guide treatment. (dignityhealth.org)
  • HIV PrEP is a medical treatment to protect you from HIV infection. (tufts.edu)
  • We offer education and treatment for menopause and midlife issues, including non-hormonal treatment(s). (plannedparenthood.org)
  • You could have unnecessary treatment for cancer that would never have caused any health problems. (medlineplus.gov)
  • The camp clinics and hospitals continue to provide hundreds of health services every day. (who.int)
  • The Teen Clinic seeks to form community partnerships to provide a wide range of services to teens. (thephoenixtheater.com)
  • Since April 2006, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) millions of dollars to make grants to organizations that provide direct services to trafficking victims. (aclu.org)
  • The toolkit will help support efforts of government and volunteer organizations, as well as United Nations agencies that provide reproductive health services to conflict-affected women. (cdc.gov)
  • Establishing a program in the department of health and mental hygiene to train doulas and provide doula services to residents in all five boroughs. (nyc.gov)
  • This bill would require the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) to establish a doula program to train doulas and provide doula services to residents of marginalized neighborhoods in all five boroughs at no cost to the resident. (nyc.gov)
  • Please give right away and your gift will double to provide lifesaving services in Palestine and around the world. (ippf.org)
  • From the bodies of literature engaging with these issues, there is enormous scope for greater cross-fertilisation of concepts in order to provide guidelines and recommendations to researchers in low and middle income countries. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The service which launched on Wednesday 15 June will signpost young people to sexual health services, give personal and confidential advice and provide resources as well as offering free condoms. (younghackney.org)
  • We provide a full range of services, including those listed below. (tufts.edu)
  • Other services we may provide include help with irregular periods or no periods, painful periods, painful sex, bleeding between periods, menstrual problems (premenstrual syndrome) or even a lost tampon. (plannedparenthood.org)
  • We use cookies on our website to provide you with a better service. (itg.be)
  • CDC is working to ensure that infants with microcephaly and other brain abnormalities receive the services they need. (cdc.gov)
  • Recognizing these gaps, in 2021 the American Academy of Pediatrics' (AAP) updated their 2006 policy statement on the sexual health of children with disabilities. (nih.gov)
  • PURPOSE: We examined the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in Fall 2021 on sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services among physicians whose practice provided these services to adolescents just before the pandemic. (cdc.gov)
  • DISCUSSION: Findings suggest some physicians who serve adolescents continued to experience challenges providing SRH services in the Fall 2021, and some discontinued strategies to support access that had been initiated during the pandemic. (cdc.gov)
  • 2021). Motives for infections. (bvsalud.org)
  • As our global goal of zero new infections by 2030 go, empowering young women is one of the best ways of getting to that zero. (avac.org)
  • We need a movement for young women to make them aware of themselves and to open up to the challenge of taking charge of their own health. (avac.org)
  • All these are useful tools that young women can use, to empower themselves for their own health. (avac.org)
  • Granted circumcision is cheaper, but the benefits of empowering young women are immense, preventing HIV infection in young women closes the tap on paediatric HIV and eventually on HIV related deaths. (avac.org)
  • She found that ethical deficiencies in the system are leading women to postpone clinical tests until they can see a doctor who has been recommended, or a health professional sharing their own sexual orientation. (ipsnews.net)
  • Personnel working in preventive screening services for cervical and uterine cancer told Alfonso that lesbian women tend to come forward for testing too late for any therapeutic action to be taken. (ipsnews.net)
  • In 2013, a total of 765,822 Cuban women aged over 25 had a Pap test done, a take-up rate of 195.8 per 1,000 according to the most recent figures from the Cuban Annual Health Statistics. (ipsnews.net)
  • Results of the assessment can guide organizations in selecting, promoting, and enhancing programs and services to improve the health of women and their families. (cdc.gov)
  • The toolkit was funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development and the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation through the CDC Foundation for women refugees fleeing their homes who are often vulnerable to critical health issues including reproductive health concerns such as ensuring safe pregnancies and deliveries, and responding to and preventing violence against women. (cdc.gov)
  • What is wonderful about this toolkit is that it is adaptable to various settings where emergencies have occurred and can benefit people, particularly women and infants, displaced by conflict or natural disasters occurring domestically or internationally," said John Lehnherr, acting director of CDC's Division of Reproductive Health. (cdc.gov)
  • Although women share many common health concerns, no two women are alike. (dignityhealth.org)
  • Indeed, many positive trends in the health of women the world over, from North to South, East to West, have been reversed over the past decade, while reproductive health and rights remain threatened, particularly for poorer women, migrant women and women of colour. (thecornerhouse.org.uk)
  • Completely revised for the first time in a decade, these pages give women everything they need for making key decisions about their health -- from definitive information from today's leading experts to personal stories from other women just like them. (arsvi.com)
  • The use of contraceptives as a relevant fertility regulator has been accepted globally and serves as a significant factor in the health and wellbeing of women [ 1 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Recent reports have suggested an association between human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection and cervical disease in women (1-5). (cdc.gov)
  • The association of HIV infection with cervical squamous intraepithelial lesions (SIL)* and human papillomavirus (HPV) infection of the cervix was prospectively investigated in 132 women attending a methadone maintenance clinic (7,8). (cdc.gov)
  • Evidence for HPV infection was detected in 67% of symptomatic HIV-positive women, 31% of asymptomatic HIV-positive women, and 27% of HIV-negative women. (cdc.gov)
  • Editorial Note: The findings of the investigations in New York City are consistent with previous reports suggesting an association between HIV infection and cervical disease in women (1-5). (cdc.gov)
  • Member States today recognized that progress towards achieving the Millennium Development Goals-which include eradicating poverty and expanding access to health services such as reproductive health-has been held back due to persistent "unequal power relations between women and men," particularly discriminatory laws, social norms, and gender stereotypes. (socialwatch.org)
  • The findings of this study suggest that women from different countries and regions, and with different levels of social capital, faced the same conflicts concerning reproductive decisions. (bvsalud.org)
  • Each year in the United States, almost 3% of all reproductive-aged women terminate their pregnancies. (medscape.com)
  • However, children with underlying health conditions may be at an increased risk for complications. (nichq.org)
  • These issues can lead to respiratory problems, cardiovascular diseases, and other health complications. (healthtelescope.org)
  • Each week, Dr. Kim Puterbaugh sees several pregnant patients at a Cleveland hospital who are experiencing complications involving bleeding or infection. (salon.com)
  • Use of antiviral drugs early in children can lessen the impact of influenza infection, but immunization remains the most effective means of preventing the flu and complications from the flu. (cdc.gov)
  • Further, the distribution of the causes of death of neonates and infants aged 1-59 months shifts as child mortality levels decline, with, as a result, conditions such as congenital disorders, injuries and chronic diseases assuming much greater importance as causes of child mortality than infections and asphyxia. (who.int)
  • Low-income populations may be more likely to have chronic health conditions, which put them at a heightened risk of adverse outcomes from COVID-19. (nichq.org)
  • Chronic pelvic pain may be caused by problems in the female reproductive system . (stlukesonline.org)
  • Div of Chronic Disease Control and Community Intervention, Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, CDC. (cdc.gov)
  • Similarly, our acupuncture services extend to the management of respiratory conditions, including but not limited to, asthma, bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD). (revitalistjohnsoncity.com)
  • Medical and counseling staff are available to help students with any questions or concerns they have about issues like sexually transmitted infections and diseases (chlamydia, herpes, syphilis, HPV, etc.), sexual functioning, social and emotional issues, and birth control. (newschool.edu)
  • Your doctor may do a pelvic exam to check for problems with your reproductive system. (stlukesonline.org)
  • The Reproductive and Sexual Health team at Seattle Children's considers all aspects of development and how they affect each person's health. (seattlechildrens.org)
  • Our approach is to foster a gradual shift of responsibility for a young person's health from parents to self. (medstarhealth.org)
  • If the health of our patients or someone else's health or well-being is in immediate danger, however, we will tell parents and caregivers immediately and include them in the plan to keep everyone safe. (seattlechildrens.org)
  • Other causes include scar tissue in the pelvic area after an infection or surgery, urinary or bowel diseases, and problems with the muscles, joints, and ligaments in the pelvis, lower back, or hips. (stlukesonline.org)
  • The Commission also stated that the post-2015 development agenda must include gender-specific targets across other development goals, strategies, and objectives-especially those related to education, health, economic justice, and the environment. (socialwatch.org)
  • Worded in various ways, the new laws typically include exceptions when the health of the mother is threatened, but these exceptions must be navigated carefully. (medscape.com)