OBGYN & Women's Health
Pregnancy-Related Deaths Rose in 2020
Findings not just for obstetric causes, but also for drug-related deaths, homicide, and motor vehicle crashes
Universal HepB Vaccination Recommended for Adults Age 19 to 59
Those aged 60 years or older with risk factors should receive vaccine; those without risk factors should be offered vaccine
About Four in 10 U.S. Adults Skipped Medical Care During Pandemic
Some cited fear of COVID-19 and financial reasons
States That Restrict Abortions Have More Maternal, Infant Deaths
States with heavily restricted access to abortion in 2020 had a maternal death rate 62 percent higher than states with easier access
After Criticism, FDA Pledges to Revamp Its Tobacco Division
Agency has faced criticism from antitobacco advocates, the industry, and lawmakers for its past work in cigarette and vaping regulation
Gender Disparities Seen in Care for Younger Patients With ASCVD
Women with premature atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease receive less optimal care than men
2019 to 2020 Saw Drop in Number of Births in U.S. for Each Month
Number of births decreased in both first and second six months for nearly all race and Hispanic-origin groups
Maternal Mortality Unacceptably High in All Racial, Ethnic Groups
Highest median state maternal mortality ratio was seen in the Black population for each year between 1999 and 2019
Hormonal Contraceptive Use May Delay Return of Fecundability
Longest delay of five to eight months found for users of injectable contraceptives; no lasting effect seen on fecundability for long-term use
ACAAI: Reaction to COVID-19 Vaccine Unlikely for Those With Common Allergies
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine should not be administered to individuals with a known history of severe reaction to polyethylene glycol
