What is the secret to women’s longevity?
Women tend to have longer lives than men, but why is that the case? The results of a new study in mice may offer an answer to this question. …read more
Pelvic Floor Disorder Risk Highest With Assisted Vaginal Delivery
The study, which followed women for two decades after childbirth, shows the lowest risk for pelvic floor disorders, such as urinary and anal incontinence, with C-section. Genital hiatus size also played a role. Medscape Medical News …read more
Breast infections: What to know
Breast infections can happen for a variety of reasons. They are more common when a person is breastfeeding, but they can also affect people who are not. Learn more in this article. …read more
Endometriosis and weight gain: What’s the link?
Some people with endometriosis experience weight gain and bloating. In this article, we look at the possible reasons why and explain how to manage weight effectively. …read more
Cell Phones Could Be a Source of Flame Retardant Exposure
There is a correlation between the levels of organophosphate esters found on cell phones and their metabolites in urine, say Canadian researchers, although whether the phones are the source is unclear. Medscape Medical News …read more
Five Top Stories in Women’s Health
If you missed any of these practice-changing stories, here’s your second chance to be up to date. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Physicians, Patients Vow to Overturn Ruling Striking Down ACA
The law will stand until January 1, but it’s unclear what will happen after that. Medscape Medical News …read more
No Breast Cancer Risk for Testosterone Use in Menopausal Women
Research generally does not show a link between breast cancer and testosterone in women when used primarily for hypoactive sexual desire in midlife, but better studies are needed, say the authors of a new review. Medscape Medical News …read more
Ovarian Dermoids and Autoimmune Encephalitis
A woman with rapidly worsening neuropsychiatric symptoms? Keep ovarian dermoid tumor on your radar. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
How to stop bleeding on Depo-Provera
Depo-Provera is a birth control shot that can sometimes cause spotting. It is a common side effect, and there are home remedies that can help stop it. Learn more here. …read more