In case you missed it: May 23 to May 27
Take a look at the week's top stories.
Belgian study finds seasonal variance in Candida infections
The research published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine found women were more likely to have infections in the summer.
Body composition, obesity increase odds of developing PCOS
Data presented at the European Congress of Endocrinology detail genetic and observational associations between obesity, and markers of body composition on the likelihood of developing PCOS later in life.
Materna Medical discusses new vaginal dilator
Tracy MacNeal, president and CEO of Materna Medical, sits down to discuss the company's recently FDA-cleared Milli Vaginal Dilator for vaginismus and associated dyspareunia, as well as a potential new use for the device currently being studied.
Recent studies investigate Phexxi for various potential indications
Bassem Maximos, MD, MPH, FACOG, discusses 2 recent studies investigating nonhormomal contraceptive gel Phexxi (Evofem Biosciences) for the potential treatment of UTIs and improvement in sexual satisfaction.
What impacts a woman’s contraceptive decisions while breastfeeding?
Interviews with mothers in the immediate postpartum period revealed that most decisions on breastfeeding and contraception were based on the personal experiences of participants and their friends and family.
Study finds association between longer duration of exclusive breastfeeding and childhood asthma protections
A new study examines the relationship between an extended duration of mother-child breastfeeding and protective associations to asthma.
Unraveling preeclampsia: Insights into heterogeneity and intravascular inflammation
April 22nd 2024A recent study delved into the intricate clusters of term preeclampsia, shedding light on its diverse manifestations and the pivotal role of intravascular inflammation, paving the way for improved classification and management strategies.
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Personalized opioid protocol for cesarean deliveries: Reduced prescriptions reported
April 19th 2024A recent suggests that implementing a personalized opioid prescription protocol significantly reduces total morphine milligram equivalents and the number of opioid tablets prescribed at discharge following cesarean delivery.
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Long-term mortality risks for women with adverse pregnancy outcomes
April 19th 2024A recent study revealed that women who experience major adverse pregnancy outcomes face heightened long-term mortality risks, shedding light on the need for comprehensive understanding and preventative measures in women's health.
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