Results of a nationally representative study indicate that many young women receive bimanual pelvic exams (BPEs) and Pap tests that may be unnecessary, and not in compliance with the latest guidance from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG).
A peak in hot fl ash reports was observed in July, while January had a trough in hot fl ash reports.
A new analysis by researchers who analyze crime statistics shows that in two major metropolitan areas, domestic violence reports increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“This wouldn’t have happened if I was still in Brazil!” exclaimed my patient.
This case involves induction of labor for a suspected large for gestational age (LGA) baby in a mother with a normal antepartum course.
The authors noted that, although recent guidelines embrace using history of menopause before age 40 to refine atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) risk assessments in middle-aged women, “robust data on cardio-vascular disease risk in this population is lacking.”
Allegations in this complex case include negligence in performing laparoscopic hysterectomy and delaying treatment of bladder injury.
Women with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) may experience higher risk of developing invasive breast cancer (IBC) and of death from breast cancer than the general population, according to new research.
This new network aims to enroll thousands of volunteers in trials testing investigational vaccines and monoclonal antibodies to fight COVID-19.
New research shows that, in postmenopausal women undergoing hormone therapy for breast cancer, aromatase inhibitors (AIs) lead to a reduction in climacteric symptoms and significantly improved quality of life.
Candida albicans is the most common etiology for VCC and this study looked at what factors are associated with its molecular detection.
A nationwide study by Swedish researchers suggests that inducing labor at no later than 41 weeks could be one of the few interventions that reduce stillbirths.
Nearly two-thirds of women newly diagnosed with endometriosis filled an opioid prescription within the first year, according to a US population-based claims study.
For Cord Blood Awareness Month, here are some updated usages and FDA regulations for practitioners using cord blood.
Bridging the generational gap in the physician workforce.
The American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS) released new information on managing mesh problems, which includes guidance, treatment algorithms and ways to optimize treatment outcomes for these complications.
Data on COVID-19 during pregnancy, as reported by the CDC, in collaboration with state, local, and territorial health departments and external partners.
NICU utilization trends have yet to be thoroughly investigated.
Patients and practitioners may be hesitant to delve into sexual health, but talking about it is one way to normalize it.
Though theoretical, the threat of aerosolized viral particles places health care providers at risk. Certain safety measures can be taken.
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) updated its list of demographics at higher risk for COVID-19, due to new evidence.
As a pandemic and protests converge, there is a need to recognize long-term effects.
The COVID-19 pandemic has been at the top of everyone's mind for the past several months. More recently, social justice has taken the spotlight.
As telehealth becomes more and more prevalent in practices everywhere, there are many things practitioners need to know.
In late March, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act was signed into law.
The current climate around race and implicit bias has forced us to take a step back and confront its presence in our day-to-day lives.
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is a key vaccine for children and adolescents to get in their early lives.
As we continue to find ourselves in the middle of a global pandemic, anxiety may be at an all-time high.
Telehealth was, at first, integrated as a short-term way to address problems brought on by COVID-19.
Isoflavones significantly improve bone mineral density (BMD) and are safe in postmenopausal women, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis of 63 randomized controlled trials involving 6,427 postmenopausal women.
