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Moms With OUD: Improved Infant Care Seen With Use of Prenatal Addiction Meds

— Access for pregnant women is a "public health and policy imperative," study author says

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Does Cancer Screening Actually Extend Lives?

A series of articles look at whether the benefits for the few warrant the harms for the many

Aug 28, 2023
Teen HPV Vaccine Rates Stall for First Time in a Decade

Researchers flag concerning trends in Vaccines for Children program

Aug 25, 2023
Gender Affirming Surgeries Nearly Tripled in the U.S. From 2016 to 2019

Breast and chest procedures most common, followed by genital reconstruction

Aug 25, 2023
Ob/Gyn Switching to Independent System for Residency Applications

This is the last year ob/gyn will use ERAS, despite helping to pilot the program

Aug 25, 2023
Gender Affirming Surgeries Nearly Tripled in the U.S. From 2016 to 2019

Breast and chest procedures most common, followed by genital reconstruction

Ob/Gyn Switching to Independent System for Residency Applications

This is the last year ob/gyn will use ERAS, despite helping to pilot the program

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Healthy Young Woman Experiences Heart Palpitations in the Last Month of Pregnancy

Pregnancy can cause a range of changes in cardiac function and ECG findings

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Treating Uterine Fibroids While Preserving Fertility

Myomectomy or uterine artery embolization? The debate continues...

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Large Uterine Fibroid in Pregnant Woman

Cesarean myomectomy of large fibroids is safe in the right setting

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Chatbots Not Always Reliable for Cancer Treatment Advice

Studies show their potential, but reveal clear issues with treatment information reliability

Aug 24, 2023
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GOP Presidential Candidates Offer Varying Views on Federal Abortion Ban

But Wednesday's 2-hour debate contained few other mentions of health policy

Aug 24, 2023
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What to Know About New Tools to Fight RSV

Two vaccines and a monoclonal antibody aim to bring down the burden of RSV

Aug 23, 2023
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CDC: One in Five Women Mistreated During Maternity Care

Report finds even higher levels among Black, Hispanic, and multiracial women

Aug 22, 2023
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Diet, Stress Reduction During Pregnancy Improved Outcomes for Moms and Kids

Healthy lifestyle interventions improved fertility, postnatal outcomes in two studies

Aug 22, 2023
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RSV Vaccine Approved for Use in Pregnancy to Protect Infants

Prescribing info has warning about the potential risk for premature birth

Aug 22, 2023
FDA APPROVED RSV prefusion F protein vaccine (Abrysvo) over a photo of a male nurse preparing to vaccinate a pregnant woman.
How Far Would the GOP Presidential Candidates Go to End Abortion?

All major Republican candidates tout antiabortion views but range from moderate to hard-line

Aug 21, 2023
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Planned Parenthood of New Mexico Limits Non-Abortion Care Due to Surge From Texas

Organization is prioritizing abortion, while nearby clinics take on more wellness exams

Aug 18, 2023
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FDA Grants De Novo Request for Neuromodulatory System for Urge Incontinence

Three-fourths of patients had 50% reduction in incontinence at 6 months, 82% at 12 months

Aug 18, 2023
FDA APPROVED Revi neuromodulation system over a photo of the device.
Older Surgical Procedure for Pelvic Prolapse Repair Prevails in Randomized Trial

Another study showed vaginal estrogen during prolapse repair did not affect surgical outcomes

Aug 17, 2023
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IG Live August 21: When There's No 'Next Round' of Chemo Available

Experts will discuss the chemotherapy drug shortages and the impact on patients

Aug 17, 2023
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COX-2 Inhibitor Added to Levonorgestrel Improved Emergency Contraception Efficacy

Findings "could potentially change practice and clinical guidelines," researchers suggest

Aug 16, 2023
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Appeals Court Backs Some Limits to Abortion Pill Access

But ruling is stayed pending further appeals

Aug 16, 2023
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Advice for Incoming Residents

On getting through the match, staying compassionate, and taking what comes your way

Aug 16, 2023
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