Scented Products, Environments Linked to Health Woes for Many
Most would prefer fragrance-free workplaces, hotels, airplanes
October 2016 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 October 2016. This roundup...
Weight Gain Impacts 25(OH)D Response in Pregnancy
Among women supplemented with cholecalciferol, season of delivery also influences 25(OH)D level
Oral Probiotics Have No Impact on Vaginal Health in Pregnancy
Similar decrease in proportion of normal vaginal microbiota for treatment, placebo groups
Genetic Testing May Help ID VTE Risk in Breast Cancer Patients
Older breast cancer patients with increased genetic susceptibility receiving chemo have highest risk
Tdap Vaccine During Pregnancy Seems Safe for Mother, Infant
Finding should reassure women who get Tdap to help protect their infant against pertussis
Few Changes in Employer-Sponsored Insurance 2013-2014
Only 3.5 percent of employers dropped coverage and 1.1 percent added coverage from 2013 to 2014
Older, Younger Women Equally Benefit From Breast Recon
No greater risk of complications for older patients; benefited as much as younger breast cancer patients
Low and High HDL Tied to Increased Risk of Mortality
Study casts doubt on HDL as an independent cardiovascular disease risk factor
Diabetes-Related Distress Ups Risk for Rx Nonadherence
Depression is independent predictor of adherence; reduces the effects of diabetes distress
