Contemporary OB/GYN Staff

Evidence suggests that intrauterine devices inserted within 5 days of unprotected intercourse are a safe, effective means of preventing unwanted pregnancy.

"Physical activity appears to reduce mortality rates among survivors of breast and colon cancer, concludes a systematic review of 6 decades of research studies. "

The decision to continue a pregnancy on the basis of diagnosed fetal conditions may depend on whether the physician counseling the parents is a maternal-fetal medicine or a fetal care pediatric specialist. More >>

"High levels of TNF-related apoptosis-inducing ligand (TRAIL) protein in colostrum may explain breastfeeding?s ability of to protect against certain cancers. More >> "

Women with mild hypertensive disease who undergo induction of labor at 37 weeks or more have a lower risk of poor outcome.

Choice of physicians and other health-care providers is sometimes influenced by quality data.

The FDA approved a new one-pill formulation of the emergency contraceptive Plan B in July.

Skin moisturizers marketed as "youth enhancing" may contain estrogen and could pose a risk to certain women.

Patients at New York state hospitals are more likely to be readmitted than in other states.

Different treatment of grade 1 endometrial cancer seems to have no effect on the survival rate.

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals are a significant concern to public health.

Three quarters of uterine rupture is not linked with C/S or induction.

Treat pregnant women presenting with influenza-like illness with influenza antiviral medications ASAP.

ACOG supports prohibiting insurers from using a pre-existing condition exclusion to deny health-care coverage.

Risk of transmitting HIV through oral sex is much lower than with anal or vaginal sex.

Allowing the fetus to passively descend the birth canal instead of instructing women to push immediately has clear advantages for healthy women. . .

Ultrasounds can be performed in the state only when ordered by a licensed health-care provider...for a medical or diagnostic purpose.

Physicians have many questions for consulting firms related to effects of the recession.

Neonates born after elective repeat cesarean delivery are about twice as likely to be admitted to the NICU when compared to those born vaginally after a previous cesarean.

Skipping the FSH-stimulated cycle usually results in a shorter time to pregnancy.

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