Elucidating sex differences in Alzheimer’s disease risk
Study of memory function in early midlife period pinpoints changes linked with menopause. …read more
Ways to Induce Labor: Medical and Natural Options
Why might some pregnancies need to be induced and how is this achieved? Learn about the natural ways that may be used to induce labour. …read more
High Iron Levels Linked With Gestational Diabetes
Findings raise questions about whether iron supplements should be routinely recommended for pregnant women. Expert says results are interesting, but iron is more likely a contributor than a cause. Medscape Medical News …read more
Licorice may lower sex hormone production, reduce fertility
A preliminary study found that a compound in licorice called isoliquiritigenin reduced the production of sex hormones in ovarian follicles of mice. …read more
Sodium Fluorescein, 10% Dextrose Show Ureteral Patency Best
Both solutions showed urine jets more clearly than saline or oral phenazopyridine with no increase in operative time or morbidity, data from a randomized trial show. Medscape Medical News …read more
PTSD Common After Early Pregnancy Loss
Early pregnancy loss can result in PTSD, suggesting that screening for the disorder may be beneficial following miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy, new research suggests. Medscape Medical News …read more
Calcium Supplements and the Heart: Clearing Up the Confusion
Dr JoAnn Manson provides clarity about calcium intake and cardiovascular health, recommending that calcium be derived from the diet rather than supplements whenever possible. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more
Reproductive history and hormone use may affect women’s cognitive function
In a study of healthy postmenopausal women, reproductive life events related to sex hormones, including earlier age at menarche, later age at last pregnancy, length of reproductive period, and use… …read more
Trump Wins Presidency and Chance to Dump ACA
The real-estate magnate and reality-TV star who told raucous crowds that he would ‘Make America Great Again’ now will try to fulfil his promise to dismantle President Barack Obama’s signature legislation. Medscape Medical News …read more
Induction Combination Associated With Shorter Labor Times
Labor induction combination that used vaginal misoprostol and an inflated cervical Foley catheter balloon was associated with faster delivery compared with either method alone, a new study has found. Medscape Medical News …read more