A meta-analysis of osteoporosis drugs showed that change in DXA BMD was a surrogate for fracture risk. If accepted by the FDA, it would ‘really open up the field to a lot of new treatments.’ Medscape Medical News …read more
Cancer patients have a far lower risk for opioid-related death compared to the general population. Medscape Medical News …read more
A school-based mental healthcare model helps medical students overcome barriers to accessing treatment for depression. Medscape Medical News …read more
More women die in child birth in the US than in any other developed country; delegates will tackle this and other healthcare challenges at the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) Congress. Medscape Medical News …read more
Having too much amniotic fluid during pregnancy can result in an early or difficult delivery. It can also increase the risk to the baby. A doctor may resolve the issue by removing some of the excess fluid, or they may recommend medications that have the same effect. Learn more here. …read more
The FDA has approved sarecycline (Seysara, Almirall) for patients aged 9 years and older with inflammatory lesions associated with non-nodular moderate to severe acne vulgaris. FDA Approvals …read more
The best IUD for each person depends on many factors. People can choose between hormonal IUDs, which include Mirena and Kyleena, and nonhormonal IUDs, such as ParaGard. In this article, we take a look at the benefits and risks of different types of IUD. …read more
Women may take longer to recover from a cesarean delivery, or C-section, compared with a vaginal birth. In this article, we look at what to expect in the days, weeks, and months after cesarean delivery, and we provide tips to help people recover faster. …read more
Updated guidelines from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists stress the role of this specialty in providing preventive care for women throughout their lifetime. Medscape Medical News …read more
Only a minority of older patients who have a hip or spine fracture receive secondary prevention with osteoporosis therapy. Bone specialists issued a set of recommendations to try to improve this. Medscape Medical News …read more