Investigators performed an economic evaluation of the HOME trial, which found increased rates of screening when human papillomavirus (HPV) self-sampling kits were mailed to participants, and found this process was cost-effective compared to usual care.
In a recent study, restricted access to abortion and increased travel time to the nearest abortion clinic were associated with increased mental distress in women aged 18 to 44 years.
Multiple studies have indicated a greater risk of neonatal morbidity and mortality when births occur in out-of-hospital settings.
In a recent study, women who underwent medically-assisted reproduction were more likely to experience negative psychiatric effects because of remaining childless after treatment.
Becton, Dickinson and Company has announced its BD Vaginal Panel received 510(k) clearance from the FDA.
In a recent study, Black and Hispanic patients were more likely to experience postpartum emergency department care.
In a recent study, female offspring of mothers with a positive COVID-19 test during pregnancy were at a decreased risk of developing neurodevelopmental disorders compared to male offspring.
In a recent study, the risk of developing breast cancer was greater in women with current or recent use of progestogen-only contraceptives.
The 2012 Management of Hyperglycemia in Hospitalized Patients in Non-Critical Care Settings: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline was recently reviewed by a panel of clinician experts for use in adults hospitalized with hyperglycemia.
In a recent study, women with symptomatic uterine fibroids saw reduced symptom burden and improved quality of life after 24 weeks of treatment through relugolix combination therapy.
In a recent study, uterine-sparing techniques led to reduced rates of recurrence and reintervention in patients with adenomyosis.
In a recent review, children with vaccination against human papillomavirus (HPV) initiated at a younger age were more likely to receive their full vaccination series.
A recent report from the CDC showed an increase in maternal mortality rates from 2019 and 2020 to 2021.
In a recent review, significant variety and dearth was found in the quality of supportive data which influences recommendations for use of medications in lactating women.
Visby Medical has announced its second generation point of care test for detecting sexually transmitted diseases in women has received 510(k) clearance and a CLIA waiver from the FDA.
In a recent study, active management for early pregnancy loss, also known as miscarriage, was seen less often in emergency departments compared to outpatient clinics.
In a recent study, women taking higher cumulative dosages of hormone therapy had a reduced risk of developing lung cancer.
In a recent study, women who experienced intimate partner violence early in the COVID-19 pandemic reported worse mental health symptoms and modifiable health factors.
At the 44th National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners Conference, evidence-based approaches for supporting pregnant adolescents were discussed.
At the 44th National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners Conference, guidelines for prescribing oral contraceptives were discussed.
Covis, the manufacturer of the controversial preterm birth prevention drug Makena, has announced it will voluntarily withdraw the drug from the market after recommendations from the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research.
HemaChrom, a digital startup company measuring blood hemoglobin levels with smartphone technology, has won phase 1 of the National Institutes of Health’s RADx Tech for Maternal Health Challenge.
In a recent study, worse neurodevelopmental outcomes were seen in children born preterm and with postnatal growth failure.
In ProgenyHealth’s 2023 key trends and insights report, vital areas to observe in pregnancy and childbirth are discussed.
In a recent analysis, worse maternal and neonatal outcomes were found when mothers were infected with COVID-19 close to delivery.
After observing an increase in the rate of syphilis cases, the Cleveland Clinic Ob/Gyn & Women’s Health Institute has partnered with the Center for Pediatric Infectious Diseases to evaluate the effectiveness of current testing strategies.
In a recent study, maternal depression during pregnancy was associated with offspring brain age, while recent stress in offspring was associated with a greater aging pace.
In a recent study, an association was found between vaginal metabolites and spontaneous preterm birth.
Artificial neural network models have been developed which are able to accurately and efficiently predict neonatal metabolic bone disease.
In a recent study, the infant survival rate among periviable infants varied based on the type of active postnatal care received at certain gestational ages.
