February 2017 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 February 2017. This roundup...
Guidelines Provided for Suboptimally Dated Pregnancies
Women should be managed according to guidelines for indicated late-preterm, early-term delivery
Exposure to Neuraminidase Inhibitors in Utero Not Harmful
No increased risks of adverse neonatal outcomes or congenital malformations with in utero exposure
Indoor Tanning Cost U.S. Health Care $343 Million Annually
Skin cancers from ultraviolet light in devices totaled $343.1 million in 2015 alone, researchers say
More Functions Available for Physicians at PCMH Practices
Higher performance, availability of patient-centered medical home-related functions at PCMH practices
Review Supports Link Between Adiposity, Risk of Some Cancers
Excess weight may influence risk of GI cancers by altering insulin levels, promoting inflammation
Care Update for Newborns With Meconium-Stained Amniotic Fluid
Infant may stay with mother during initial newborn care if infant is vigorous with good respiratory effort
Higher Dietary Potassium to Sodium Ratio Can Lower CVD Risk
Research supports public health efforts for increasing consumption of natural potassium rich foods
Access to Primary Care Not Affected by Medicaid Expansion
Concerns about long waits, primary care shortage appear unfounded, researchers say
Doctors Need to Discuss Herbal Medication Use With CVD Patients
While popular among patients, they haven't been proven safe or effective in clinical trials
