Women who have a history of stillbirth are up to four times more likely to experience stillbirth in a future pregnancy, according to new research published in The BMJ. …read more
However, the agency said that one postapproval study of the permanent contraceptive device did not reveal any new safety problems since it was approved in 2002. News Alerts …read more
Abnormal changes in the cervix that can lead to cancer are less frequent in young women since the introduction of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines, a new study suggests. Reuters Health Information …read more
Planned Parenthood has launched mobile apps that let users in California, Minnesota and Washington state request a home lab kits that tests for two of the most common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Reuters Health Information …read more
Despite previous research to the contrary, a new study suggests birth by cesarean delivery is unlikely to be a risk factor for autism. Medscape Medical News …read more
The diaphragm is a barrier method of birth control. It fits inside your vagina and covers your cervix. Find out how the diaphragm works and how effective it is. …read more
Although women with lupus have previously been advised against becoming pregnant due to health concerns, a 10-year study finds that outcomes are mostly positive. …read more
A meta-analysis shows that metformin together with lifestyle interventions lowered BMI more than lifestyle interventions alone in women with polycystic ovary syndrome. Medscape Medical News …read more
Pregnancy outcomes in women with systemic lupus erythematosus were better than expected in the largest study of the issue to date, according to a report published online June 22 in Annals of Internal… …read more
Dr Peter Kovacs reviews the results of nationwide, case-control study. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more