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Using history to tell the fascinating stories of science. Focused on #scicomm about embryos, development, & reproduction. @NSF funded, @ASU based!

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Henry Turner recognized a previously unknown set of symptoms for Turner Syndrome, a condition that affects the X chromosome! New article: “A Syndrome of Infantilism, Congenital Webbed Neck, and Cubitus Valgus” (1938), by Henry Hubert Turner by Megha Pillai
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In 1990, Renate Blumenfeld-Kosinski published the book Not of Woman Born, a historical account of the c-section procedure during the medieval and Renaissance periods. New article: “Not of Woman Born (1990) by Renate Blumenfeld-Kosinski" by Kelly Roberts
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Millions undergo c-sections every year. “Cesarean Section--A Brief History,” a brochure, describes the evolution of c-section as well as medical technology improvements. New article: “Cesarean Section--A Brief History” by Kelly Roberts. https://t.co/XmiHDPGXDk
#Science

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Hormone replacement therapy, or HRT, is a form of medication often used to treat the symptoms of menopause. New Article: "Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopausal Symptoms" by Megha Pillai
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Christine Jorgensen was a transgender woman and activist in the US during the twentieth century. Her advocacy increased transgender awareness, recognition, and support. New Article: Christine Jorgensen (1926–1989), by Lauren Hilton
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#advocate #transgender

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In 2001, David Kimberlin et al. explored the history of herpes, which entails asking how HSV progresses in infants when treated with acyclovir. New Article: “Natural History of Neonatal HSV Infections...by David W. Kimberlin, et al." By Eboni E. Andersun.
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George Herbert Hitchings developed medications that targeted specific parts of DNA replication processes to treat cancers and various illnesses. New Article: George Herbert Hitchings (1905–1998), by Eboni E. Andersun
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#Cancer #researchers

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Researchers linked some chromosomal patterns with certain congenital heart defects in patients with Turner Syndrome. New Article: “Congenital Heart Disease in Patients with Turner’s Syndrome” (1998) by Laura Mazzanti, Emanuele Cacciari. . . by Megha Pillai
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An article laid the foundation for understanding how AIDS movement changed biomedicine, and paved the way for additional research on illness-related social movements. New Article: “The Construction . . .” (1995), by Steven Epstein, by Jarrett L. Joubert

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X-SCID is a chromosomal disorder in which the immune system lacks multiple cells that defend the body from disease. Without treatment, one is prone to severe, recurrent infections that are almost always fatal. New Article: "X-SCID" by Maggie Zhou https://t.co/zqcQf6QLuC

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The DTaP vaccination series is an FDA-approved, five-shot vaccine for young children in the United States for protection against common childhood diseases, including diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis. New Article: "DTaP Vaccination Series" by Maggie Zhou https://t.co/cj6w8rxkIC

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Combined Hormonal Contraceptives are birth control medications that contains both estrogen and progestin hormones but also come with some increased cardiovascular risks. New Article: "'Recent CHCs' (2012) by Sidney et al." by Molly Jacobson https://t.co/tI8tmVnk9C

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Hideyo Noguchi recognized the bacteria that causes neurosyphilis, which is when the syphilis infection spreads to the brain itself, or the spinal cord.

New Article: Hideyo Noguchi (1876–1928), by Srivatsan Swaminathan

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Metoidioplasty is a type of gender-affirming surgery that creates a small-sized neophallus, or new penis, from an enlarged clitoris to improve the quality of life for people seeking gender-affirmation surgery. New Article: "Metoidioplasty" by Riley McInnis https://t.co/qfg7guqiKa

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In the 1900s, vasectomy, a surgery that inhibits reproduction by interrupting the passage of sperm, was used as forced sterilization. Today, vasectomy is an elective contraception option. New Article: "Vasectomy for Male Sterilization" by Cole Nichols https://t.co/SicTGQAKDJ

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Down syndrome occurs in 1 out of 700 births. Learn more about support that healthcare professionals provide to help mothers of children with Down syndrome. New Article: "“Prenatal Diagnosis of Down Syndrome: Mothers’ Reflections...” by Grace Rauch.
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Arnold Henry Kegel was a gynecologist best known for inventing Kegel exercises. Practicing Kegel exercises have been shown to improve urinary incontinence and sexual and reproductive health. New Article: "Arnold Henry Kegel" by Madelyn Johnson.
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In 1965, the Supreme Court case Griswold v. Connecticut decided that married couples have the right to purchase and use contraceptives without government restriction. New Article: "Griswold v. Connecticut (1965)" by Nathaniel Ross. https://t.co/zbs5ShAJvr

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Henry H. Turner was one of the first physicians to identify Turner Syndrome, a genetic condition that affects around 2000 females, characterized by the presence of only one X chromosome. New Article: "Henry Hubert Turner (1892–1970)" by Megha Pillai.
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