Too Few Patients Receive Surgical Treatment for Ovarian Cancer
Advanced age, disease are predictors for receiving only chemo, radiation, or nothing at all
Zika Virus May Be Transmitted Through Oral Sex
New finding adds to growing evidence that sexual transmission of the virus more common than thought
Luteal Phase of Menstrual Cycle May Be Key Time to Quit Smoking
Women may find it easier to resist the urge to smoke after ovulation
Patients Like to See Physicians Wearing White Coats
Patients prefer doctors who wear 'professional' attire, survey finds
Premenstrual Estrogen Levels Drop More Rapidly in Migraineurs
More rapid estrogen decline may make women vulnerable to common migraine triggers
New Program May Help Cut UTIs Associated With Catheter Use
Researchers find new training method led to fewer urinary tract infections
AMA Module Promotes Training of Medical Assistants
Module contributed by medical group in New Jersey includes interactive learning, eliminates testing
Breast Cancer Survivors Benefit From Mindfulness Meditation
Six-week class reduced fear of recurrence, fatigue and anxiety, researchers report
May 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 May 2016. This roundup...
Vigilance Urged for Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia
Heparin should be terminated on suspicion of HIT; alternative anticoagulants recommended
