<ѻý>Ob/Gyn Accused of Sex Abuse Found Dead; Massive Medicare Scam; Veggies in the Genes?ѻý> Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by ѻý staff Oct 06, 2023
<ѻý>Hybrid Closed-Loop Insulin System for T1D Safe, Effective During Pregnancyѻý> However, no FDA-approved systems have a pregnancy indication yet Oct 05, 2023
<ѻý>Hypofractionated RT for Breast Cancer Post-Mastectomy as Effective as Standard RTѻý> Randomized trial a "game changer" for patients who have implant-based reconstruction, expert says Oct 04, 2023
<ѻý>In BRCA Breast Cancer, Prophylactic Salpingo-Oophorectomy Tied to Better Survivalѻý> PSO should be performed early, particularly for those with the BRCA1 variant, researchers say Oct 04, 2023
<ѻý>Mixed Bag for Early Metformin in Gestational Diabetesѻý> EMERGE trial misses on primary endpoint, but secondary outcomes suggest potential benefit Oct 03, 2023
<ѻý>A Framework to Communicate With Pregnant Patients About the RSV Vaccineѻý> A values-based decision-making framework is key Oct 03, 2023
<ѻý>Sexual Activity Lowers Risk of Side Effects After Cervical Cancer Treatmentѻý> Intercourse and/or vaginal dilation reduces risk of vaginal stenosis Oct 03, 2023
<ѻý>Preoperative Algorithm Might Halve Unnecessary Oophorectomies in Childrenѻý> Researchers point to potential for reduction in lifelong consequences Oct 03, 2023
<ѻý>Addressing Root Causes: A Call to Tackle the Black Maternal Health Crisisѻý> Six practices to improve the quality of perinatal care Oct 03, 2023
<ѻý>COVID Vax in Pregnancy Protects Young Infants Against Omicronѻý> But only about one-fourth of pregnant women reported getting the vaccine Oct 02, 2023
<ѻý>Senator Dianne Feinstein Dies at 90ѻý> Accomplishments included helping pass assault weapons ban, ACA, protecting kids from phthalates Sep 29, 2023
<ѻý>New Insight Into Hyperglycemia Risk With PI3K Inhibitor for Breast Cancerѻý> Significantly more common in community setting, predicted by high baseline HbA1c Sep 28, 2023
<ѻý>Obamacare Makes Surprise Cameo in Second GOP Debateѻý> Fentanyl crisis, transgender care, and abortion also got some air time Sep 28, 2023
<ѻý>Study Confirms Better Survival for HPV-Positive Cervical Cancerѻý> Source, interpretation of negative tests remain open to speculation Sep 26, 2023
<ѻý>Postmenopausal Fracture Risk for SGLT2 Inhibitors Similar to Other Diabetes Drugsѻý> Lower risk compared with DPP-4 inhibitors, and similar risk versus GLP-1 receptor agonists Sep 26, 2023
<ѻý>Avoiding Male Doctors Is Not Discrimination. It May Be Risk Aversion.ѻý> Personal preference is not the same as man-hating Sep 24, 2023
<ѻý>CDC Advisors Endorse Maternal RSV Vax to Protect Newbornsѻý> Vast majority of infants will not need monoclonal antibody if mom has received the vaccine Sep 22, 2023
<ѻý>Ultrasound May Help Early Breast Cancer Patients Avoid SLNBѻý> No axillary surgery matches SLNB for patients with a negative ultrasound of axillary lymph nodes Sep 21, 2023
<ѻý>FDA Advisors Grapple With Logistical, Ethical Issues of Artificial Womb Technologyѻý> Further discussion about first-in-human trials is ongoing Sep 20, 2023
<ѻý>Common Environmental Chemicals May Be Tied to Postpartum Depressionѻý> Reducing exposure to these chemicals could provide an avenue for prevention, researcher says Sep 20, 2023
<ѻý>Trump: 6-Week Abortion Ban a 'Mistake'; Capitol Doc Scrutiny; Immigrant Health Costsѻý> Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by ѻý staff Sep 18, 2023
<ѻý>Is Being a Night Owl Unhealthy? CRC Screening Not Recommended Enoughѻý> Also in TTHealthWatch: CVD death and obesity Sep 16, 2023 podcast
<ѻý>FDA Reviewers Have Concerns About Artificial Womb Trials in Humansѻý> The Pediatric Advisory Committee will discuss if data support a safe first-in-human trial Sep 15, 2023
<ѻý>Early Oophorectomy May Accelerate Onset of Chronic Health Problemsѻý> Premenopausal bilateral oophorectomy tied to higher odds of arthritis, sleep apnea, and more Sep 13, 2023
<ѻý>Opt-Out Strategy Fails to Improve Breast Cancer Screening Completion Ratesѻý> Opt-out vs opt-in approach also resulted in more canceled referrals, increasing burden for staff Sep 11, 2023
<ѻý>How the Chemotherapy Shortage Is Affecting Frontline Cliniciansѻý> "How are we here in 2023 having some of these discussions?" bemoans gynecologic cancer expert Sep 08, 2023 video
<ѻý>Study Links Being Breastfed to Cancer Risk in Adulthoodѻý> But researchers say the established benefits likely outweigh any potential risk Sep 08, 2023
<ѻý>Extreme Heat in Pregnancy Tied to Risk of Severe Maternal Morbidityѻý> The third trimester in particular may be a "critical exposure window," study author says Sep 07, 2023
<ѻý>Global Incidence of Early-Onset Cancer Has Surged Since 1990ѻý> Early-onset breast cancer has highest incidence and mortality rates Sep 06, 2023
<ѻý>How the Dobbs Decision Can Affect Cancer Patientsѻý> What do exceptions for the life of the mother mean when she's a terminally ill patient? Sep 05, 2023
<ѻý>How to Help Patients Navigate a Newly Complex Vaccine Seasonѻý> The primary message should focus on the importance of the flu, RSV, and COVID vaccines Sep 05, 2023
<ѻý>Patient Develops Inflamed Rash After Double Mastectomyѻý> Incision sites were itchy, painful, red, and oozing and were not showing signs of healing Sep 05, 2023
<ѻý>MedPod Today: Texas Abortion Ban Fallout, Movie Docs, and Fall COVID Shotsѻý> Three ѻý reporters discuss abortion care, doctors in movies, and fall boosters Sep 01, 2023 podcast
<ѻý>Moms With OUD: Improved Infant Care Seen With Use of Prenatal Addiction Medsѻý> Access for pregnant women is a "public health and policy imperative," study author says Aug 28, 2023
<ѻý>Does Cancer Screening Actually Extend Lives?ѻý> A series of articles look at whether the benefits for the few warrant the harms for the many Aug 28, 2023
<ѻý>Gender Affirming Surgeries Nearly Tripled in the U.S. From 2016 to 2019ѻý> Breast and chest procedures most common, followed by genital reconstruction Aug 25, 2023
<ѻý>Ob/Gyn Switching to Independent System for Residency Applicationsѻý> This is the last year ob/gyn will use ERAS, despite helping to pilot the program Aug 25, 2023
<ѻý>What to Know About New Tools to Fight RSVѻý> Two vaccines and a monoclonal antibody aim to bring down the burden of RSV Aug 23, 2023
<ѻý>CDC: One in Five Women Mistreated During Maternity Careѻý> Report finds even higher levels among Black, Hispanic, and multiracial women Aug 22, 2023