July 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This review addresses the lack of clarity regarding safe hair loss treatments for breastfeeding women, emphasizing the importance of understanding medication transfer to breast milk and potential neonatal adverse effects.
September 2006 in “Baghdad Science Journal” This study examines hair loss rates during pregnancy and lactation, suggesting a connection between hair loss and unmet daily nutritional requirements.
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August 2013 in “Journal of the National Cancer Institute” This study reported an almost doubling of advanced breast cancer incidence in women under 40 over three decades, but its significance remains uncertain and requires further confirmation.
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January 1985 in “Annals of Internal Medicine” Minoxidil in breast milk may harm nursing infants.
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November 2024 in “World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences” This study highlights that the ACIP strongly recommends COVID-19 vaccination and booster doses for pregnant women, those breastfeeding, or trying to conceive, due to the safety of non-live vaccines in these groups and the protection they also offer to infants.