A combination of ulipristal acetate and a COX-2 inhibitor holds promise as a pericoital, “on-demand” female oral contraceptive, taken only when needed, according to an exploratory study. Medscape Medical News …read more
The first anti-abortion bill signed into law this year by Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt would make performing an abortion a felony crime, punishable by up to 10 years in prison. Associated Press …read more
A small, randomized, crossover study suggests a vegan diet improves joint pain in rheumatoid arthritis, but the findings are unclear. Medscape Medical News …read more
Substantial Toxic Effects of Breast Radiotherapy Often Missed Medscape Medical News …read more
In the shadow of Texas’ austere abortion regulations, grassroots organizers employ stealth tactics to help young women get emergency contraception. Kaiser Health News …read more
The drug is the first to reach the market for recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis, a condition that affects nearly 140 million women worldwide each year. FDA Approvals …read more
The Biden administration is putting renewed emphasis on treating COVID-19 rather than trying to prevent it. WebMD Health News …read more
Typically, for new drugs, no published reports describe their use in pregnant women. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
The percentages are even higher among teens. With many COVID-19 tests results no longer reported, the CDC turned to a more reliable measure among people with previous infection. Medscape Medical News …read more
Data published in 2020 showed that the rate of maternal deaths per 100,000 live births in the United States was 17.4, more than double that of France. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more