OBGYN and Women's Health
Home OBGYN and Women's Health
Medicare Spending Up for Decedents Versus Survivors
Average per capita spending for Medicare beneficiaries who died 4-fold higher than survivors
IVF Treatment Does Not Appear to Increase Breast Cancer Risk
Women who had seven or more IVF cycles had lower risk for breast cancer
Labor Compensation, Purchased Goods, Service Biggest Spends
Purchased goods and services saw the largest increase in 2012 spending
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Can Signal Hematologic Cancer
New-onset bleeding plus thrombocytopenia or pancytopenia should be referred
AAP Urges Awareness of Female Athlete Triad
Conditions include amenorrhea, osteoporosis, and disordered eating
Consistent Use of Monthly Vaginal Ring Protects Against HIV
African study shows women who use dapivirine ring consistently cut their risk of infection
Radiologists Vary Widely on How They Define Dense Breasts
Definition of dense breasts can range from 6.3 to 84.5 percent of patients, depending on radiologist
Global Fight Against HIV Remains Challenging
Deaths continue 10-year decline, but new infections on the rise in many countries, especially in Africa
High-Fat Mediterranean Diet Can Still Be Healthy
Diet may protect against diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and breast cancer
ACOG Addresses Obstetrical Services and Zika Transmission
New case of Zika linked to high viral load highlights importance of research into Zika transmission
