New Maine Law Aims to Stop Harassment at Abortion Clinics
Maine is now one of four states with a law that creates a “bubble zone” that limits protests near the doors of a medical clinic. Associated Press …read more
Breast Anatomy and Augmentation in Transfeminine Individuals
There is an increasing number of transgender women seeking breast augmentation – with approximately 60%-70% of patients having desired or undergone the procedure. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Infographic: Physician Incomes Gain, Pay Gaps Remain
The Medscape Physician Compensation Report 2022 infographic shows growth in physician income, specialties with biggest pay gains, and pay disparities between men and women and between ethnic groups. Medscape …read more
Mediterranean Diet Linked to Lower Risk for Preeclampsia
Pregnant women who had a higher adherence to a Mediterranean-style diet had a lower risk for preeclampsia, according to the results of a new study. Medscape Medical News …read more
Infertility Linked to Increased Heart Failure Risk
A history of infertility was linked to an elevated heart failure risk in the future among participants in the Women’s Health Initiative, particularly heart failure with preserved, but not reduced, ejection fraction. Medscape Medical News …read more
Which Breast Cancer Surgery Leads to Better Quality of Life?
Better psychosocial and sexual well-being was reported by women who underwent breast-conserving surgery and radiation therapy vs those who had a mastectomy and reconstruction. Medscape Medical News …read more
Malpractice Case: Did Error Cause Neurologic Impairment?
An infant ends up with a lifelong impairment. What led to the outcome? The Doctors Company …read more
CDC Panel Mulls 2nd Boosters, Booster Fatigue
The CDC’s vaccine panel discussed strategies and potential timing of additional COVID vaccines for those who already have had three shots but did not vote on recommendations. Medscape Medical News …read more
Black, Senior Patients More Likely to Get Unneeded Antibiotics
A new study that looked at 7 billion trips to healthcare centers found that antibiotics continue to be far overprescribed, especially among Black and senior patients. WebMD Health News …read more
Feds to Appeal Ruling Ending Mask Mandate for Travel
Following a request from the CDC, the DOJ has appealed a judge’s order that lifted a mandate requiring masks on planes and transit. WebMD Health News …read more