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• Gestational diabetes
  Gestational diabetes - pre-diabetes in pregnancy - is on the rise, increasing a woman's risk of subsequent diabetes.
  Health: The Pulse 14 August 2008
• Catching the early babies
  As Australia's mothers get older, their chances of a premature birth are rising too. Neo-natal specialists say parents should be better prepared for an early arrival.
  Health: The Pulse 24 July 2008
• Plugging the leaks
  There are plenty of treatments for incontinence in women, but few of them actually work, US researchers have found.
  Health: The Pulse 20 March 2008
• Circumcision: back on the table
  After decades of being out of fashion, male circumcision is becoming more popular, after reports of its long-term health benefits.
  Health: The Pulse 31 January 2008
• Too many caesareans?
  Caesareans that aren't medically necessary may be putting women and babies at risk.
  Health: The Pulse 17 January 2008
• Shooting blanks: it's a man thing
  When you're planning to become a dad, finding out you're infertile is a big shock. But male infertility is much more common than you may think.
  Health: Features 08 November 2007

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