On this episode of Pap Talk, Emily Adhikari, MD answers frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine.
Emily Adhikari, MD is the medical director of Perinatal Infectious Diseases, and assistant professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas.
Surge of antidepressant use seen among female adolescents during COVID-19
March 7th 2024A study revealed a significant increase in antidepressant prescriptions among adolescents and young adults during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly among female adolescents, indicating exacerbation of pre-existing mental health challenges.
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Bonus episode: Alternatives to hysterectomy & uterine-preserving options for fibroids, part 2
December 22nd 2022This is part 2 of a 2-part series. In this bonus episode of Pap Talk, get an exclusive recap of Kimberly Kho, MD's presentation from AAGL 2022 on alternatives to hysterectomy and uterine-preserving options for fibroids.
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COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy not linked to preterm birth
January 31st 2024A systematic review of 6 studies revealed that COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy does not significantly increase the risk of preterm birth, providing crucial insights for public health policies and offering reassurance to healthcare providers and expectant mothers.
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Bonus episode: Alternatives to hysterectomy & uterine-preserving options for fibroids, part 1
December 21st 2022This is part 1 of a 2-part series. In this bonus episode of Pap Talk, get an exclusive recap of Kimberly Kho, MD's presentation from AAGL 2022 on alternatives to hysterectomy and uterine-preserving options for fibroids.
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Maternal COVID-19 vaccination deemed safe for infant neurodevelopment up to 18 months
January 23rd 2024A recent study found that in utero exposure to maternal COVID-19 vaccination poses no increased risk for neurodevelopmental impairment in infants up to 18 months of age, addressing concerns about the impact of vaccine exposure on unborn children.
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