Women’s Health

Supporters of the bill argue menopause and the time leading up to it are often misunderstood and ignored. In a conversation with “Wisconsin Today,” the director of a local menopause clinic shares misconceptions and treatment options.

An expert on the history of the abortion debate joined WPR’s “Wisconsin Today” to discuss her new book on the anti-abortion movement’s push for fetal personhood.

Different hospital directives across the state cause confusion among Wisconsin doctors and threaten patients wellbeing, a new study shows.

Stroud held a town hall in Superior this week, discussing among other issues a dearth of health care services in the district. Before the town hall, she joined WPR’s Robin Washington on “Morning Edition” to talk about those concerns.

Dr. Lisa Dodson spoke with WPR’s “Wisconsin Today” about why obstetrical care is lacking in rural areas across the state and what can be done to address it.

Last month, the Waupaca City Council unanimously approved a resolution asking ThedaCare to reconsider closing the birthing unit.

Domestic Abuse Intervention Services urges judges to show respect for victims of abuse and harassment and follow the law.

The Saint Louis-based hospital system will close its “micro-hospital,” which opened in Waukesha at the start of 2021. 

After the CDC advised doctors to be sure their patients know about the serious pain that can come during IUD insertion, many Wisconsin women shared with WPR their stories of suffering.

The Staying Healthy After Childbirth program sends a special blood pressure monitor home with new mothers who develop high blood pressure, or hypertension, during pregnancy or after childbirth.