People can take the pill or have shots to prevent pregnancy, but which type of birth control is better? In this article, we discuss the effectiveness, side effects, and costs of the shot and pills for birth control. …read more
New Israeli study confirms prior evidence that giving birth outside of hospital increases the risks of a range of poor outcomes for baby, including perinatal mortality. Medscape Medical News …read more
New research in mice identifies a compound that significantly improves ovarian cancer survival by targeting stem-like cancer cells. …read more
A doctor’s essay describes how sharing her own diagnosis energized her practice. But she and others say there are questions you should ask yourself before deciding how much to disclose and to whom. Medscape Medical News …read more
Breast sensitivity can come and go, and it is rarely a cause for concern. Causes of a sensitive breast can include hormonal changes, injuries, cysts, and breastfeeding issues. Learn more about the possible causes and when to see a doctor here. …read more
For older patients receiving hypertension treatment, a systolic BP below 130 mmHg was linked to added cognitive decline, especially among individuals with complex health problems, a study found. Medscape Medical News …read more
New research examines the association between ‘mentally tiring work’ and the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes in more than 70,000 women. …read more
Half of eligible women in a study at a major center initiated chemoprevention after a personalized risk assessment and counseling session. Medscape Medical News …read more
Study found that of babies exposed to steroids given for lung maturity in case of premature birth, 45% were actually born full term but still had smaller birth size compared with unexposed term infants. Medscape Medical News …read more
New review addresses lack of awareness, unmet needs, and barriers to care in endometriosis, with the goal of improving research, diagnosis, and treatment. Medscape Medical News …read more