Women's health
Identifying Women at Higher Risk for Breast Cancer
Identifying Women at Higher Risk for Breast Cancer Beyond Mammograms

The study emphasizes the importance of considering additional risk factors beyond breast density to identify women at higher risk for breast cancer.

January 2024

Extended Breastfeeding Associated with Maternal St
Extended Breastfeeding Associated with Maternal Stay-at-Home Periods

Prolonged breastfeeding duration is observed when mothers stay at home, supporting the implementation of national paid family leave policies to promote maternal and child health.

January 2024

Women with Coronary Heart Disease May Require Inte
Women with Coronary Heart Disease May Require Intensive Treatment

Women with coronary heart disease may require more intense treatment strategies to prevent heart attacks compared to men, as indicated by the total atherosclerotic plaque burden. This finding underscores the importance of tailored approaches to cardiovascular disease management based on gender-specific risk factors.

January 2024

Prediabetes Linked to Increased Fracture Risk in M
Prediabetes Linked to Increased Fracture Risk in Middle-Aged Women

Middle-aged women with prediabetes are at elevated risk of fractures, underscoring the need for targeted interventions to prevent osteoporotic fractures.

January 2024

Maternal Mortality Data in the US Revealed
Maternal Mortality Data in the US Revealed

Data from maternal mortality review committees in 36 US states offer insights into pregnancy-related deaths between 2017 and 2019, informing efforts to improve maternal health outcomes.

January 2024

Pragmatic Approach to Menopause Management Explored

A review discusses evidence-based strategies for managing menopausal symptoms, weighing their risks and benefits. This pragmatic approach aims to guide healthcare providers in supporting women through the menopausal transition.

January 2024

Gynecological Surgery and Cardiovascular Disease R
Gynecological Surgery and Cardiovascular Disease Risk Explored

A study investigates the association between gynecological surgeries such as hysterectomy with or without oophorectomy, tubal ligation, and the risk of cardiovascular disease in participants of the Nurses’ Health Study II. This research sheds light on potential cardiovascular implications of gynecological procedures.

January 2024

Hot Flashes Post-Menopause Associated with Higher Risk of Metabolic Syndrome

Women experiencing hot flashes after menopause are at an increased risk of developing metabolic syndrome, with symptoms potentially lasting up to 10 years. This underscores the need for comprehensive management strategies for menopausal symptoms to mitigate associated health risks.

December 2023

FDA Considers Approval of RSV Vaccine for Pregnant
FDA Considers Approval of RSV Vaccine for Pregnant Women

An advisory panel recommends FDA approval for Pfizer’s Abrysvo vaccine in pregnant women, following recent approvals for other RSV vaccines, signaling progress in maternal and neonatal health protection.

December 2023

Life-Saving Solution for Postpartum Hemorrhage
Life-Saving Solution for Postpartum Hemorrhage

A life-saving solution dramatically reduces severe bleeding after childbirth, addressing a critical complication of postpartum hemorrhage. This intervention has the potential to improve maternal outcomes and reduce maternal mortality rates.

December 2023