Harvard researchers have just come out with details of a pilot study of 50 stroke patients who were interviewed just days after their brain attack. A larger study is now underway to see if there is a definite link between these events and stroke. When it comes to your daughter s bone health, your actions really do speak louder than words. Moms who regularly chose calcium-rich milk over soft drinks had daughters who did the same. Daughters whose moms set a soda-saturated example were likely to follow in their footsteps.
Researchers say becoming a good calcium role model can benefit mothers as well as daughters.
St. John's Won't Cure Big Blues Inducing Labor Doctors say they're seeing more and more pregnant women who asked that their baby be induced, so they can predetermine the delivery date. Sometimes it's done for medical necessity. Some obstetricians are refusing. They say it could lead to complications requiring a Caesarian section. Women need to weigh risks and benefits with their doctors before they decide.