Women’s Health Initiative may account for insomnia’s upward trend
DENVER – Much of the rising prevalence of insomnia among U.S. and Canadian adults may be driven by the sharp reduction in the use of hormone replacement therapy following the 2002 report from the... (Source: Ob.Gyn. News)
Source: Ob.Gyn. News - June 28, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
USPSTF leans away from pelvic screening
Current evidence is insufficient to support screening pelvic exams for the early detection of certain gynecologic conditions in asymptomatic, nonpregnant women, according to a draft recommendation... (Source: Ob.Gyn. News)
Source: Ob.Gyn. News - June 28, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
Oophorectomy cost-effective at 4% lifetime ovarian cancer risk
Premenopausal risk-reducing salpingo-oophorectomy becomes cost-effective in women who have a 4% or greater lifetime risk of ovarian cancer, according to a modeling study published online in the... (Source: Ob.Gyn. News)
Source: Ob.Gyn. News - June 27, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
Including quality-of-life scores may aid decision making for patients with advanced ovarian cancer
CHICAGO – Physical function, role function, global health status and abdominal/gastrointestinal symptoms (AGIS) each predicted overall survival and were significantly associated with the early... (Source: Ob.Gyn. News)
Source: Ob.Gyn. News - June 27, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
Justices issue ruling on Texas abortion restrictions
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that two Texas abortion restrictions are unconstitutional and place a substantial obstacle in the path of women seeking abortions. In a 5-to-3 vote, justices ruled... (Source: Ob.Gyn. News)
Source: Ob.Gyn. News - June 27, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
National HIV Testing Day boosts testing and new diagnoses
National HIV Testing Day, held on June 27 each year in the United States, is associated with a significant peak in HIV testing rates and in the number of new HIV diagnoses, according to a report... (Source: Ob.Gyn. News)
Source: Ob.Gyn. News - June 25, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
ACIP hints at move from three-dose to two-dose HPV vaccination schedule for youth
A work group for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices is leaning toward recommending a change from three to two doses of the human... (Source: Ob.Gyn. News)
Source: Ob.Gyn. News - June 24, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
Supreme Court deadlocks on immigration policy case
Supreme Court justices have deadlocked on whether protections for undocumented immigrants can be expanded under an executive order by the President.
In a June 23 decision, justices were equally... (Source: Ob.Gyn. News)
Source: Ob.Gyn. News - June 23, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
Condom basics
In discussion of pregnancy prevention, a great deal of time is spent on female birth control, and the use of condoms is like a tag line “Oh! And, of course, use a condom.” But are we really educating... (Source: Ob.Gyn. News)
Source: Ob.Gyn. News - June 23, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
Decision Support in Medicine: Fertility Preservation
1. What every clinician should know.
Fertility preservation is the process by which either oocytes (eggs) or sperm undergo an intervention to preserve their use for future attempts at... (Source: Ob.Gyn. News)
Source: Ob.Gyn. News - June 23, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
House Republicans unveil long-awaited plan to replace health law
Six years after promising a plan to “repeal and replace” the federal health law, House Republicans are finally ready to deliver.
The <a... (Source: Ob.Gyn. News)
Source: Ob.Gyn. News - June 22, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
Abortion requests surged in Latin American countries after Zika warnings
Requests for medication abortions have risen significantly in nine Latin American countries since the Pan American Health Organization issued an epidemiologic warning about Zika virus in November... (Source: Ob.Gyn. News)
Source: Ob.Gyn. News - June 22, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
Medicare Trust Fund projected to run dry in 2028
The Medicare Trust Fund is projected to become insolvent in 2028, 2 years earlier than projected this time last year.
The change is based on two key factors: an expected reduction in payroll taxes... (Source: Ob.Gyn. News)
Source: Ob.Gyn. News - June 22, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
Dos and don’ts of dealing with disruptive behavior
CHICAGO – Dealing with disruptive behavior by staff and colleagues isn’t just about knowing what to do – it’s also about knowing what not to do.
Often, mishandling disruptive behavior can make... (Source: Ob.Gyn. News)
Source: Ob.Gyn. News - June 22, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
Plant-based therapies reduce some menopause symptoms
Plant-based therapies were associated with “modest reductions” in the frequency of hot flashes and vaginal dryness in menopause, but did not significantly reduce night sweats, according to a... (Source: Ob.Gyn. News)
Source: Ob.Gyn. News - June 22, 2016 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research
