Eating Veggies Found to Protect Against Atherosclerosis in Women
Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, and brussels sprouts are most beneficial
Energy-Based Devices Work Well for Feminine Rejuvenation
Nonsurgical treatments for feminine genital rejuvenation found to be effective, well tolerated
Early Alcohol Use in Pregnancy Tied to Gastroschisis
No association seen with illicit, prescription, or over-the-counter drug use
Overweight, Obesity Contributing to Cancers in Young Adults
Murine models suggest excessive weight increases cancer incidence and accelerates development
Preconception Blood Pressure Tied to Risk of Pregnancy Loss
Findings similar for early pregnancy blood pressure even among healthy women
CDC: Overdose Deaths Up Across Drug Categories in 2015 to 2016
Of 63,632 drug overdose deaths in 2016, 66.4 percent involved an opioid
March 2018 Briefing – OBGYN & Women’s Health
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in OBGYN & Women's Health for March 2018. This roundup...
Stopping Exercise Found to Increase Depressive Symptoms
Findings particularly in women; depressive symptoms associated with decreased CRP and IL-6
Infant Heart Defects May Be Early Marker of Future CVD in Mothers
Mothers of infants with congenital heart defects are more likely to have cardiovascular hospitalization
Obstetrician-Gynecologists Can Help Protect Working Mothers
Ob-gyns can write appropriate notes to employers to help patients obtain accommodations for work