Biden’s Big Health Agenda Won’t Be Easy to Achieve
Much like President Barack Obama, a President Biden could find his health policies initially sidelined by economic issues — in his case, caused by the pandemic. Kaiser Health News …read more
Gabapentin: Before Using for Pelvic Pain, Read This
A recent study might cast doubt on a practice bulletin’s suggestion to prescribe gabapentin for chronic pelvic pain. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Relugolix Combo Effective for Uterine Fibroids Through 1 Year
An extension study of the LIBERTY 1 and 2 randomized controlled trials, LIBERTY 3, showed that the drug had efficacy through week 52, with no new safety signals. Medscape Medical News …read more
Prepping for COVID-Flu Triage as Flu Season Begins
With COVID-19 testing access still widely disparate, triage is more important for patients with symptoms that could be flu or the novel coronavirus. Medscape Medical News …read more
CDC Recommends Barring Travelers Without Masks
“Operators should ensure that any person on the conveyance wears a mask when boarding, disembarking, and for the duration of travel,” the CDC wrote. WebMD Health News …read more
More Women Trying Cannabis to Manage Menopause Symptoms
A new study finds 1 in 4 women have tried cannabis to manage menopause symptoms. WebMD Health News …read more
Popularity of Virtual Conferences May Mean a Permanent Shift
Turning in-person medical meetings into online events in the wake of the pandemic levelled the playing field for people who haven’t traditionally had access to such meetings. Medscape Medical News …read more
PCOS Tied to Risk for Cardiovascular Disease After Menopause
Even controlling for other baseline risk factors for cardiovascular disease, women with PCOS were more like to have earlier cardiovascular events than women without PCOS. Medscape Medical News …read more
Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause Statement Stresses Tx Options
Providers should take a proactive approach to GSM and ask about symptoms as many women aren’t aware that effective treatments are available. Medscape Medical News …read more
‘It Was Like Seeing a Disparity Built Right Before My Eyes’
“When you’re Black and you’re a doctor, there is no badge big enough to make people realize you’re a doctor.” Medscape Dermatology …read more