Why are opioids dangerous?
What
are opioids?
Opioids
are a class of drugs used to reduce pain. Opioids are used as painkillers after
an injury or surgery. They’re someti ...
Becoming a dad during the COVID-19 pandemic
Congratulations on becoming a dad! This is an exciting time for you and your family –your baby will be here soon! It's very common to have lots ...
Men’s Health Week 2020
Did you know that Men’s Health Week is observed each year
the week leading up to Father’s Day. This year it’ll take place from June
15-21. It’s a ...
Confronting hard truths: How systemic racism affects moms and babies
Health disparities have existed for a very long time in this country, and unfortunately still do. Health disparities means different groups of pe ...
Your feelings after having a baby
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is causing a lot of anxiety to pregnant women and new moms. Find out what to do if you are not feeling we ...
What you need to know about coronavirus disease (COVID-19)
Go to CDC.gov/COVID-19 for the most updated information about COVID-19. This content was last updated on July 21, 2020.
Based on what we kno ...
CMV: Common questions
Q. What Is CMV?
A. Cytomegalovirus, also called CMV, is a kind of herpesvirus. There are many kinds of herpeviruses. Some are sexually transmitted d ...
How stress related to COVID-19 can affect your pregnancy
For most expectant moms, pregnancy can
be an exciting time—and a slightly stressful time. Now, the coronavirus
(COVID-19) is creating added stres ...
What if I get sick with COVID-19 during pregnancy?
It’s recommended that all women take extra precautions to keep safe and healthy during pregnancy. But nowadays, pregnant women are taking extra p ...
Know when to seek medical care during pregnancy and after giving birth
You may be uncomfortable at times during pregnancy.
Discomforts like mild back ache and feeling really tired are common and
shouldn’t make you wo ...