Red blood cell width, routinely available in full blood counts, is associated with likelihood of hip fracture and could offer a good way to identify high risk patients at no cost, say researchers. Medscape Medical News …read more
The vagina usually produces natural lubrication to stay healthy and facilitate sexual activity. When this is not enough, artificial lubricants or vaginal moisturizers can help. This article looks at the uses and side effects of different types of lube. …read more
Once a urinary tract infection (UTI) starts to get better, people may wonder if they can return to sex. Learn about the safety and risks of sex with a UTI here. …read more
Healthy Eating Index scores in the United States improved slightly from 1999 through 2016, with the estimated energy contribution from carbohydrates decreasing, but some problems persist. Medscape Medical News …read more
Updated guidance from the ACOG advocates making vaginal rings, the contraceptive patch, and depot medroxyprogesterone acetate available for purchase over the counter along with oral contraceptives. Medscape Medical News …read more
Iron deficiency anemia in early pregnancy is tied to an increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders, including intellectual disability, in kids. Medscape Medical News …read more
Healthy postmenopausal women randomized to dietary or supplemental calcium show no negative effects in key vascular measures. Medscape Medical News …read more
Assisted reproduction is associated with an increased risk of gestational diabetes compared with mothers who conceive naturally, even after controlling for typical confounding factors. Medscape Medical News …read more
The first population-based study of its kind examines the association between onion and garlic consumption and breast cancer risk. …read more
Uterus pain in early pregnancy is a common symptom, but in some cases, it is a sign of a complication. Learn about the causes and treatment of uterus pain in early pregnancy here. …read more