The global cost of unsafe abortion
Seven million women a year in the developing world are treated in healthcare facilities for complications following unsafe abortion, finds a study published today (19 August) in BJOG: An… …read more
FDA Approves ‘Female Viagra’ Flibanserin (Addyi)
The manufacturer aims to have the drug available for sale starting October 17. FDA Approvals …read more
Genes could hold key to ovarian cancer survival
Scientists have identified a series of genes which appear to play an important role in the longer survival of women with ovarian cancer. …read more
Protective eyewear reduces field hockey eye injuries without increased concussion risk
A study conducted by researchers at Hasbro Children’s Hospital, Boston Children’s Hospital, Fairfax (VA) County Public Schools and the University of Colorado School of Medicine has found that… …read more
Women’s health, education, marital status pre-pregnancy affect birth weight of girls
UCI study first to tie low natal weight to biological, social factors 3 generations deepA woman’s weight at birth, education level and marital status pre-pregnancy can have repercussions for two… …read more
Vaginal Microbiome May Predict Preterm Birth
A recent prospective study has found that a vaginal microbiome poor in Lactobacillus may be associated with an increased risk for premature delivery. Medscape Medical News …read more
Oral contraceptives may impact aspects of arthritis in women
New research indicates that use of oral contraceptives may provide benefits for women with inflammatory arthritis. …read more
7 weeks pregnant: your pregnancy week by week
What is happening in week 7 of your pregnancy? Your baby is now the size of a blueberry and is making about 100 new brain cells per minute. Their kidneys are starting to mature. …read more
Long-term Survival for Ovarian Cancer Higher Than Thought
Although ovarian cancer is a highly fatal disease, there is considerable variation in survival, and one-third of patients survive at least 10 years. Medscape Medical News …read more
Does Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Lead to Better Outcomes?
Dr Peter Kovacs reviews results of a paper that used a decision-analysis model to study all-cause morbidity and mortality with laparoscopic and abdominal hysterectomy for presumed benign fibroids. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more