Women's Health

Opill, a progestin-only oral contraceptive, if approved by the FDA, would be the first an only form of birth control in the US available without a physician's prescription.

Denosumab reduced RR of fracture vs alendronate across fracture types, eg, by 36% for hip fracture, by 43% for nonvertebral fractures, and by 30% for vertebral fractures.

The lower recommended starting age for screening reflects rising cancer diagnoses among younger women and persistently high mortality rates among Black women.

Results of a Mendelian randomization study showed earlier first birth, higher number of live births, and earlier menarche are all associated with increased CVD.

Sex-based disparities found in high-profile clinical trials presented at 3 key cardiology scientific meetings underscore the lack of progress made toward equitable inclusion in research.

Tirzepatide delivers 15.7% weight loss in adults with obesity; remote intervention increases cancer screening in women; women at greater post-MI risk vs men; plus 2 more updates of note.

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Young women who survived a myocardial infarction may have nearly double the risk of rehospitalization in the year after discharge compared to men, according to a new study.

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The updated American College of Physicians osteoporosis treatment guideline is summarized in this topline review for primary care clinicians.

Infants with neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome cared for using a novel functional approach were discharged nearly 7 days sooner than those treated with usual care.

A combination of outreach measures tailored to the needs of rural Midwest women increased recommended screenings by as much as 6-fold.

Women with prior HC-associated depression had a higher risk of developing a depressive episode during pregnancy and postpartum than women with non-HC-associated depression.

Caroline Apovian, MD, highlights how drugs like semaglutide 2.4 mg treat the chronic relapsing disease of obesity and why a distinction from "weight-loss drugs" is critical.

Race- and ethnicity-specific starting ages for screening would help prevent early breast cancer mortality among Black women, according to authors of a new study.

Statins in AF patients cut risk of TIA; opioid makers must strengthen label warnings; individualized Rx reduces BP; and 2 more research quotes of note.

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Pregnant women with prenatal depression were found to be more likely to be diagnosed with new CVD within 2 years of delivery than those without depression.

The shapes, sizes, and content of a US alcoholic drink-equivalent vary widely. Get a quick educational summary of the variety and more data that may help in your daily clinical practice.

Survey respondents facing the greatest increase in barriers to desired care were aged 25 to 29 years, identified as Hispanic, and lived below 100% of the federal poverty level.

Migraine disproportionately affects women, a disparity typically ascribed to hormonal differences. A new study takes a new look at the issue.

The FDA, women's health groups and professional societies, and state governors are all pushing back against the April 7 ruling by Texas District Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk.

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Researchers found sex-specific brain signals that appear to confirm that different drivers lead men and women to develop obesity.

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Researchers found no association between maternal opioid prescription postpartum and several adverse infant outcomes, including rehospitalization and emergency department visits.

Disparities in US health and health care delivery along some dimensions are moving backward, not forward, says AAFP president Iroku-Malize in this interview.

Statin-eligible patients in minority groups significantly undertreated; metabolically healthy obesity on the rise; menstruation irregularities suggest later CVD risk; and 2 more studies of note.

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Women whose menstrual cycle varied in frequency had a significant 24% greater risk of a composite cardiovascular event during a 26-year follow-up, a new study reports.