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In a recent study, infants of mothers with an influenza infection during pregnancy were significantly more likely to experience febrile seizures, but not epilepsy.

In a recent study, the odds of miscarriage, fecundability, and subfertility were significantly increased among patients with a body mass index outside the normal category during the preconception or early-pregnancy period.

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A recent study reveals that pregnancy-specific factors influence aspirin pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, suggesting the need for tailored aspirin dosing to optimize outcomes in preventing preeclampsia.

In a recent study, a significant improvement in the average quality-adjusted life years gained was reported following BRCA1 testing during obstetrical prenatal carrier screening.

A recent study shows that adding metronidazole to cefazolin significantly lowers the risk of surgical site infections in gynecologic cancer surgeries, enhancing patient outcomes.

In a recent study, very preterm birth rates were reduced during COVID-19 lockdown periods vs prepandemic periods.

In a recent study, reported rates on emergency department utilization for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy and the postpartum period were higher in 2020 than 2006, with rates especially high among non-Hispanic Black, Hispanic, and Asian patients.

New research shows fezolinetant significantly reduces the frequency and severity of hot flashes in Hispanic women, offering a safer alternative to hormone replacement therapy.

Fezolinetant offers women a groundbreaking, non-hormonal solution to manage menopause symptoms like hot flashes and sleep disturbances, supported by large clinical trials.

A new study highlights gestational hypertension as a significant predictor of cardiovascular disease in menopausal women, challenging previous assumptions about preeclampsia’s role.

Research reveals that environmental exposures and PTSD from Gulf War service significantly increase the likelihood of early menopause, highlighting the need for targeted reproductive health care for women veterans.

Vanessa Muñiz presents research comparing clinical hypnosis and cognitive behavioral therapy for treating hot flashes, revealing that hypnosis significantly reduces frequency and improves quality of life.

Lauren Streicher, MD, advocates for practical, individualized solutions for postmenopausal sexual dysfunction, emphasizing increased vascularization, stimulation, and addressing related symptoms.

At the 2024 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society, the positive safety and efficacy data of fezolinetant against sleep disturbances from the SKYLIGHT 1 and 2 trials was presented.

The phase 3 OASIS trial presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society displayed significant improvements in the frequency of moderate-to-severe vasomotor symptoms among patients receiving elinzanetant.

Low rates of hormone therapy use have been reported among midlife women, stagnating after decreases in the immediate aftermath of the Women’s Health Initiative.

In this video from The Menopause Society Annual Meeting, Lauren Streicher, MD, talks about what to ask your patients about sexual function.

In a recent study presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society, insulin resistance was significantly reduced among postmenopausal women receiving hormone therapy vs placebo.

At the 2024 Menopause Society meeting, JoAnn Pinkerton, MD, highlighted phase 3 long-term safety data of elinzanetant from the OASIS 3 trial.

A discussion of vasomotor symptoms and the potential benefits of elinzanetant with Nanette Santoro, MD, from The Menopause Society annual meeting in Chicago, Illinois.

In a recent study presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society, 23% of patients with breast arterial calcifications on a mammogram had atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, vs 13.9% without.

Wendie Berg, MD, PhD, explains new breast density reporting standards, cancer risks, and the importance of supplemental imaging for dense breast tissue.

A new study presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of the Menopause Society found cognitive behavioral therapy can effectively address sexual concerns during menopause, improving overall well-being.

Nanette Santoro, MD, and Lauren Streicher, MD, MSCP, briefly highlight why they feel the annual Menopause Society is a great place for learning and collaboration.

In a recent study presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society, the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease was significantly increased among women with prior trauma.

In a recent study presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society, women with certain adverse outcomes during pregnancy had an increased risk of cardiovascular disease later in life.

Amanda Williams, MD, MPH, FACOG, Interim Chief Medical Officer at March of Dimes, discusses the reported increase in the number of US counties with no obstetric care providers.

Female veterans with PTSD are twice as likely to experience early menopause and related health risks, according to a study presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society.

In a recent study presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society, 59% of nocturnal hot flashes occurred during the second half of the night, a time linked to increased cardiovascular disease risk.