More Than Half of US Women Enter Pregnancy at Higher CVD Risk
Less than half of women in the United States enter pregnancy in favorable cardiovascular health, new research suggests. Medscape Medical News …read more
IUDs Tie Tubal Ligation for Pregnancy Prevention
Use of intrauterine contraceptives for prevention of pregnancy was associated with lower rates of infection and pelvic pain after 6 months in a new study. Medscape Medical News …read more
Appeals Court Upholds Ruling Blocking SC Abortion Law
The appeals court rejected the state’s argument that it was improper to stall all parts of the law rather than just the “heartbeat” provision. Associated Press …read more
Obesity, Diabetes in Women Linked to Their Birth Weight
Findings from Chinese women showed a U-shaped relationship between birth weight and adult obesity, and increased birth weight was linked with reduced risk for type 2 diabetes in normal-weight women. First Look …read more
Report: CDC Not Publishing Large Amounts of COVID-19 Data
Some outside health experts were stunned to find out the CDC held back COVID information. WebMD Health News …read more
FDA Considers Second COVID-19 Booster Shot
The authorization would depend on ongoing studies, which must show that a fourth dose would increase waning immunity and reduce the risk of severe disease. WebMD Health News …read more
Data Review: Spironolactone Not Linked to Increased Cancer Risk
The drug’s antiandrogenic properties have driven its off-label use as a treatment for acne, hidradenitis, androgenetic alopecia, and hirsutism, and it is also used in gender-affirming care. Medscape Medical News …read more
Obstetric Care for Gender Diverse Patients
Two presentations at the recent Society of Maternal and Fetal Medicine Pregnancy Meeting provide a comprehensive outlook on the unique reproductive care needs of this growing population. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Federal Sex Ed Programs Linked to Decrease in Teen Pregnancy
“Our analysis provides evidence that funding for more comprehensive sex education led to an overall reduction in the teen birth rate at the county level of more than 3%.” WebMD Health News …read more
Lactation Laws Seen Worsening Breastfeeding Disparities
How do you get health professionals, lawmakers, lactation providers, and the community on the same page, especially when it comes to addressing disparities in breastfeeding? It depends on who you ask. Medscape Medical News …read more