Consuming Ultraprocessed Food Tied to Higher Mortality
A prospective, Web-based study found that increased intake of ultraprocessed foods was tied to increased risk for death. Medscape Medical News …read more
Breast cancer screening saved over 27,000 lives in 2018
A new study estimates that breast cancer mortality rates have fallen by approximately half in the United States in 2018, thanks to screening and therapy. …read more
No Increase in Cancer Among Children Conceived by IVF
With a follow-up of 21 years, a large cohort of Dutch children conceived through assisted-reproductive technology such as IVF show no significant increases in cancer compared with the general population. Medscape Medical News …read more
5 menstruation myths you must leave behind
There are many misconceptions surrounding menstruation that may make coping with it more confusing. In this Spotlight, we unpack and debunk the top myths. …read more
Robotic Mastectomy in US: Starts, Draws Fire, Stops
The first-ever robotic mastectomy for invasive breast cancer in the US took place last year, but the New Jersey center later stopped performing the procedure. Experts are now debating what the future holds. Medscape Medical News …read more
‘Watchful Waiting’ Best Approach for Benign Ovarian Cysts
Women with benign ovarian cysts had a low risk for malignancy when managed conservatively with a watchful waiting approach, according to the largest study to examine this tactic to date. Medscape Medical News …read more
IVF Ups Risk of Severe Pregnancy Complications
IVF was found to increase the risk of severe pregnancy complications compared with women who conceived normally; noninvasive infertility treatment showed no such association, however. Medscape Medical News …read more
Breast Implant Link to Rare T-Cell Lymphoma an Ongoing Concern
Most confirmed cases have been associated with textured implants, which have been more popular in Europe than in the United States. Medscape Medical News …read more
FDA OKs First Targeted Therapy for Rare Blood Clotting Disorder
Caplacizumab (Cablivi) injection is indicated in combination with plasma exchange and immunosuppressive therapy for adults with acquired thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (aTTP). FDA Approvals …read more
What foods are off limits while pregnant?
Foods to avoid during pregnancy include raw shellfish and soft cheeses. In some cases, women may be able to consume problem foods or beverages in moderation. Learn more here. …read more