What’s Hot at SABCS 2018
At the world’s largest breast cancer meeting, studies on treatment duration, optimal sequencing, and novel neoadjuvant strategies are all on the agenda. Medscape Medical News …read more
Elective Cesarean Doubles Risk of Overweight Infant
Infants delivered by elective cesarean section were twice as likely to be at risk of or be overweight compared with those delivered vaginally. There was no such risk for those born by emergency cesarean section. Medscape Medical News …read more
Breast cancer: Tumor growth fueled by bone marrow cells
New research uncovers a mechanism of tumor growth that may explain why some breast cancer tumors are more aggressive than others. …read more
Second trimester pains: What to expect
While many women experience less morning sickness during the second semester, a variety of pains may arise. These can include round ligament pains, Braxton-Hicks contractions, symphysis pubis dysfunction, and back and leg pain. Here, learn about the causes and how to find relief. …read more
What you need to know about breast cancer
Breast cancer survival rates are rising as screening and treatment improve. But breast cancer is still the most invasive cancer in women. Find out who might have a greater risk, what symptoms to look out for, and the treatment options a person might face. Plus, learn about the types of breast cancer and the stages.…
Ovarian cancer statistics
Knowing the statistics on ovarian cancer can help a person better understand the condition. However, it is important to remember that everyone has a different experience with cancer. …read more
What causes pelvic pain in women?
Pelvic pain can affect both men and women, but its causes differ for each sex. In women, ovarian cysts, endometriosis, or uterine fibroids, as well as several other health conditions, may cause pelvic pain. In this article, learn what else causes pelvic pain in women and when to see a doctor. …read more
Night Shifts and Unhealthy Lifestyle Combine to Up Risk of Diabetes
People who work nights and have an unhealthy lifestyle could be at a particularly increased risk of type 2 diabetes, warn US scientists who found the two factors had an additive effect in nurses. Medscape Medical News …read more
New blood test can detect ovarian cancer in its early stages
Ovarian cancer is rarely detected in its early stages, which makes treatment less effective. A new blood test, however, may become a game-changer. …read more
Hepatitis C symptoms in women
While hepatitis C can affect both sexes, it may cause different symptoms in females. In this article, learn about hepatitis C in women, including the causes and risks. …read more