Women no better at multitasking than men, study finds
New research uses two different testing paradigms to compare the multitasking abilities of men and women. The findings counter a long held belief. …read more
Zulresso (brexanolone)
Zulresso is a brand-name prescription drug that’s used to treat postpartum depression (PPD) in women. Zulresso comes as a solution that’s given as an intravenous (IV) infusion. You’ll receive Zulresso over a period of 60 hours in a certified healthcare facility. Learn about side effects, warnings, dosage, and more. …read more
Half of Patients Don’t Tell Doctors Life-Threatening Details
Embarrassment and fear of judgment keep patients from disclosing domestic violence, survival of a sex assault, or struggles with depression or suicidal thoughts. Medscape Medical News …read more
How do vaginal bacteria naturally protect against chlamydia?
For the first time, scientists have reported how certain types of microbiome can help cells in the vagina and cervix defend against chlamydia infection. …read more
Estrogen Patch a Boon for Schizophrenia in Women?
Adjunctive estrogen patches significantly improve positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia in premenopausal women, new research suggests. Medscape Medical News …read more
What to know about birth control nausea
Nausea is a common side effect of many forms of birth control. It often goes away over time, but a person can take steps to reduce or eliminate it. Learn more here. …read more
Experimental Ebola Drugs Reduce Mortality in Early Results
Regeneron EB-3 and monoclonal antibody 114 will be made available to all patients with Ebola virus disease in the region, regardless of whether they were enrolled in the trial. Medscape Medical News …read more
The ‘Knitting Lady’ Is a Surgeon and She’s Paying Attention
A breast surgeon was scolded by a presenter at a medical conference for knitting during his talk and not paying good attention. But she, and many other healthcare professionals, say they can’t pay attention during lectures unless they keep their hands busy. Science and grannies support their claim. Medscape Medical News …read more
ESRD: Extreme Heat Tied to Risk for Hospitalization, Death
For vulnerable populations, the impact of climate change can be a lot more immediate than for the general population. Medscape Medical News …read more
Can the moon really influence your health?
People have long believed that the moon could influence their sleep, their mood, even their fertility. Are any of these beliefs true? We investigate. …read more