Causes of baldness, gray hair identified
Researchers have identified the mechanisms responsible for gray hair and baldness, a discovery that may lead to new therapies for the conditions. …read more
New ACP Guidelines on the Treatment of Osteoporosis
The American College of Physicians issues first new guidelines for the treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women in almost 10 years. But not everyone agrees with all of their recommendations. Medscape Medical News …read more
Women Not Offered Full Range of Postpartum Contraception
Long-acting reversible contraception and sterilization immediately after childbirth are not always available for women who want them. Medscape Medical News …read more
Cutting-Edge Infertility Treatments
From ‘mini IVF’ to uterine transplantations, take a quick look at cutting-edge advances in fertility. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Women should continue cervical cancer screening as they approach age 65
Cervical cancer is often thought of as a disease that primarily affects young women. Because of this, many older women fail to keep up with appropriate screening as they age. …read more
Low-dose aspirin may cut breast cancer risk by a fifth
Researchers have found that women who take low-dose aspirin at least three times per week may reduce their breast cancer risk by as much as 20 percent. …read more
Can yoga reduce symptoms of menstrual disorders?
A systematic review of the published literature on yoga practice and common menstrual disorders found that all of the studies evaluated reported a beneficial effect and reduced symptoms. …read more
Antibiotics During Pregnancy May Increase Miscarriage Risk
Clinicians should consider the potential effect of antibiotics before prescribing them, especially to vulnerable populations, an independent expert warned. Medscape Medical News …read more
Partners can help with PMS: Couples counselling key to coping with premenstrual distress
A Western Sydney University study has found that couples counselling can be critical for women in the treatment of severe premenstrual symptoms (PMS). …read more