Malpractice Suits Against Ob/Gyns Continue Downward Trend
Most ob/gyns have been sued at least once, but the annual number appears to be dropping, new Medscape Malpractice Report found. Medscape Medical News …read more
Antibody Mix May Prevent COVID Symptoms in Some Asymptomatic People
Casirivimab/imdevimab appeared to lower the incidence of symptomatic COVID-19 in an infected, but asymptomatic, group. Editorialists urge caution, however, in interpreting the results. Medscape Medical News …read more
Move Over, G Spot — Scientists Have Found the C Spot
Researchers say they have identified the elusive part of the brain that drives clitoral stimulation and why it’s been so hard to find all along. WebMD Health News …read more
‘Lucky Genes’ May Protect Against Some Obesity-Related Diseases
Some people with obesity ‘are luckier and have genes that mean higher fat under the skin but lower liver fat and a lower risk of diseases like type 2 diabetes,’ says author of genetic study. Medscape Medical News …read more
Childhood Trauma May Influence Vaccine Hesitancy: Study
New data suggest that those who experienced at least four trauma types were three times more likely to report COVID vaccine hesitancy than those without traumatic childhood events. Medscape Medical News …read more
Minority Women Most Affected if Abortion is Banned, Limited
In Mississippi, people of color comprise 44% of the population but 80% of women receiving abortions, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation. In Alabama, the numbers are 35% and 70%. Associated Press …read more
Researchers Eye Cannabis for Gynecologic Pain
Patients with chronic pelvic pain, vulvodynia, endometriosis, or gynecologic malignancy may use THC, CBD, or a combination of both in an effort to treat their pain. Medscape Medical News …read more
Doc Secures $5.8 million Award Against Hospital
Rebecca Denman, MD, was accused of smelling of alcohol while working. She fought back and won. Medscape Medical News …read more
FDA Grants Full Approval to Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine
No longer available only under emergency use authorization, the Moderna vaccine gets a full nod from the agency — and a new name. WebMD Health News …read more
Preventing Febrile Neutropenia Recurrence in Gynecologic Cancer
New research suggests that high-dose G-CSF can prevent recurrence in women undergoing chemotherapy. The study was published on researchsquare.com as a preprint and has not yet been peer reviewed. First Look …read more