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Mansour Mahsoom and Najiba Qureishi educate on contraception to reduce maternal deaths in Afghanistan.
Breast milk cuts infection risk by 50% for premature babies, highlighting its life-saving value.
An old man uses his tongue to heal a wound in the jungle, surprising viewers.
Watch the documentary highlighting long time overlooked health issues like endometriosis.
A 6-month-old fetus may survive outside the womb, raising ethical questions in Britain.
Genetic technology advancements raise ethical concerns, featuring insights from scientists, families benefiting from these innovations, and the first "test-tube" baby, Louise Brown.
Elephants have the longest gestation and strong bonds with their calves in the wild.
The contentious debate over parenting styles in America, often referred to as the "mommy wars," stems from a long-standing societal misunderstanding of women's roles in the workforce.
Archimedes has been under a boil water advisory for over 19 years, forcing residents to rely on bottled water for daily needs.
Dr. Holly Andersen, an Attending Cardiologist at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, highlights how women often misinterpret heart disease symptoms, leading to delayed treatment.
Nearly 500,000 teenagers give birth in Brazil each year, with many facing poverty and limited access to education and healthcare.
A mother and her adult daughter engage in a candid discussion about their personal experiences with abortion in Canada, reflecting on the impact of the 1969 law amendment.
After giving birth, one mother reflects on feeling traumatized by the changes to her body and the overwhelming responsibility of caring for a newborn.
In Whitehorse, eleven-year-old Alanna, affected by fetal alcohol syndrome, spends an afternoon fishing with her caregivers Lilliam and Richard, who advocate for awareness through the Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Society of the Yukon.
A husband races to a hospital in a busy city when his wife unexpectedly goes into labor, leading to a birth on the side of a highway.
Scientists are on the brink of creating healthy babies from stem cells, offering new hope for those facing infertility and related challenges.
At 33 weeks, a fetus spends approximately 90% of its time asleep, engaging in REM sleep while preparing for the challenges of life outside the womb.
At Geordie Hospital in Newcastle, dedicated NHS staff transform the life of a four-year-old boy through their tireless care and innovative medical practices.
Five-year-old children share their experiences of witnessing childbirth, discussing emotions and details surrounding the arrival of their siblings.
71-year-old Josephine struggles with severe breathing difficulties and terminal cancer as her family gathers at King’s College Hospital during her final hours.
More than 100 Australians with hepatitis C receive life-saving drugs from an Australian man who organizes a buyers club to combat high treatment costs.
One in three births in the United States is now delivered by Cesarean section, making it the most common major surgery in the country.
Black women in the U.S. experience a pregnancy-related mortality rate 2.6 times higher than that of white women, particularly in Washington, D.C.
A young girl from India is born with limbs from her undeveloped parasitic twin.
One hour before surgery, Rachel Stevenson prepares to donate a kidney to her husband, James, whose health has deteriorated due to kidney failure.
Eight-year-old Harrison undergoes a voice box operation in Newcastle, aiming to improve his ability to communicate and fit in with his peers.
Shannon prepares for her 16th brain surgery while Kate stabilizes for a heart transplant.
Nine-year-old Shannon has undergone 15 brain surgeries for ependymoma, while Claudis faces a pituitary gland tumor that threatens his eyesight.
Christine's stroke leads to a tense wait, while Kimberley hopes for a lung transplant.
At 15, Oliver Faulstich lost his hearing due to a rare form of meningitis, but cochlear implants now allow him to participate fully in life.
Postpartum psychosis, a severe mental health condition affecting new mothers, is examined through personal stories and expert insights in a Channel 4 documentary.
Pushpa, a 15-year-old child mother, struggles after being forced to marry at 13 in India.
By age 12, Chloe Narbonne had undergone five major surgeries and received four heart transplants due to her severe heart condition.
Mia suffers from a rare mitochondrial disorder that causes seizures and requires constant care, leading her family to a children's hospice in Berlin.
One midwife in Berlin cares for four to five women at once, as hospitals close delivery rooms and many midwives leave the profession.
Papa Francisco supports a hospital ship serving 700,000 people in the Brazilian Amazon.
Perinatal grief remains largely unrecognized, yet a group of bereaved parents in Canada organizes to provide support and reduce isolation for others facing similar loss.
Sanduk Ruit treats cataracts in Nepal, making eye surgery affordable for the poor.
Maternal and infant health in Pakistan faces significant challenges, with NGOs providing crucial support to pregnant women in underserved urban and rural areas.
In Gaza, an estimated 50,000 pregnant women face severe challenges amid ongoing conflict and humanitarian crises.
Coco and Jakari are lifelike dolls that provide emotional comfort and support for their caregiver.
Abi, a 37-year-old woman in the West Midlands, experiences severe burning pain one week after her C-section, prompting a critical response from paramedics.
A 1980 dramatization produced by the United States Department of Health, Education, and Welfare addresses the challenges of teen pregnancy for high school students.
Ivan, a 15-year-old boy with autism, faced expulsion from school, prompting his mother Dewi to choose homeschooling and speech therapy for him.
Dr. Enoch Lutu manages over 100 patients at a hospital in Malawi, often improvising due to shortages of medication and medical instruments.
Children around the world have a genetic condition that prevents them from having functional fingers.
Four days of wood collection support a sacred fire for a grieving family in the Fisher River Cree Nation during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dona Ilda delivers babies in the Amazon, sharing her wisdom with local people seeking guidance.
