CBT-I has the strongest evidence among the options covered for menopause-related insomnia; evidence for melatonin and valerian remains uncertain or weak.
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Life Fitness/Hammer Strength Says The Future Of Women’s Health Is Multigenerational
Life Fitness/Hammer Strength says gyms should pair strength equipment, member-focused programming and welcoming design to support women at every age.
Menopause Tracking Wearables; Teen GLP-1 Prescribing; Iatrogenic Menopause Risks
A roundup highlights menopause tracking wearables, rising GLP-1 prescribing among eligible teens and cardiovascular risks linked to iatrogenic menopause.
Our AI Midwife
A couple’s account says ChatGPT suggested an MRI after years of unexplained infertility; the scan found a large uterine fibroid.
Trump White House Told DOJ To Wait Until After Midterms To Push For Abortion Pill Ban | Common Dreams
The White House denied a report that Susie Wiles urged DOJ to delay abortion-pill restrictions until after the midterms; the administration’s plans remain unclear.
More New Moms Are Starting GLP-1 Drugs
A U.S. claims analysis found postpartum GLP-1 starts rose from 0.08% in early 2018 to 1.9% in early 2025; most recent initiators lacked type 2 diabetes.
No Clear Risks With GLP-1s Around Pregnancy, But Caution Urged
Two meta-analyses found no clear increase in major adverse pregnancy outcomes with GLP-1 exposure, but researchers say stop drugs before conception.
Maternal Tdap Blunts Preschoolers’ Pertussis Shot Response, But Booster Revives Them
Search interest is spiking in how maternal Tdap vaccination affects preschoolers’ pertussis shot response, and whether boosters restore it. The trigger is unconfirmed.
The Americans Having The Most Sex
The Atlantic reports on which Americans have the most sex, linking frequency to marriage, religion, and economic stability. Key findings and context.
U.S. Women Seeking Hormone-Free IUDs Come Up Short
Demand for hormone-free IUDs among U.S. women is rising, but supply and options remain limited, raising questions about access and choices.