First-Line Metformin Use in Gestational Diabetes Improves Patient Satisfaction
Using metformin as first-line therapy for gestational diabetes may improve patient satisfaction and has similar efficacy and pregnancy outcomes to insulin.
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Exposure to 2009 pH1N1 Vaccine During Pregnancy Seems Safe
Exposure to pH1N1 influenza vaccine in utero not linked to most pediatric health outcomes.
In-Hospital Maternal Mortality Down in Pregnancies With Lupus
Mortality decrease greater in systemic lupus erythematosus pregnancies than in non-SLE pregnancies.
Adverse Outcomes Up for Pregnant Women With Migraine
Increased risk for several neonatal, postnatal outcomes for offspring exposed to maternal migraine.
Regional Fat With Normal BMI Affects CVD Risk After Menopause
Higher percent trunk fat and lower percent leg fat linked to increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
In Utero Opioid Exposure Tied to Poor Outcomes Throughout Childhood
Adverse outcomes seen at birth and in preschool and school-aged children.
Disparities Identified in Access to Infertility Care for US Women
Women with incomes <$25,000 less often seek infertility care than those with incomes >$100,000.
Use of 3-D Mammography Rapidly Expanded 2015 to 2017
Adoption varied widely by region; uptake more rapid in areas with greater socioeconomic resources.
Improved Counseling Needed for Safe, Effective Contraception in Women With Epilepsy
Despite the elevated risk of having an offspring with congenital malformations, a large proportion of women with epilepsy do not use highly effective contraception.
Downward Trend Seen in Pelvic Exams Among Younger Women
Non-Hispanic black women in 2015 to 2017 had highest receipt of a pelvic exam in previous 12 months.
Nutrient Intake Inadequate in Many Pregnant Women in US
Almost all at risk for excessive sodium consumption.
Drug Combo Slows Progression in Advanced Breast Cancer
Results seen for alpelisib plus fulvestrant in PIK3CA-mutated, HR+, HER2− advanced breast cancer.
The Impact of Preconception Maternal BMI on Child Obesity
Results from a systematic review and meta-analysis found that prepregnancy maternal obesity is associated with a significantly increased risk for child obesity.
Softgel Vaginal Insert for Menopausal Vuvlar, Vaginal Atrophy, Dyspareunia
Investigators assessed the onset of symptom relief for vulvar and vaginal atrophy and dyspareunia in menopausal women.
Sharing Clinical Notes Engages Ob-Gyn Patients
Patients report positive feedback and provide clinically meaningful corrections.
Most Women Unaware Alcohol Poses Breast Cancer Risk
Screening and outpatient clinic appointments may offer opportunity for prevention intervention.
High Soy Intake May Cut Fracture Risk in Younger Breast Cancer Survivors
Findings seen among pre-/perimenopausal survivors of stage 0 to III breast cancer.
Maternal Smoking Cessation Associated With Lower Risk for Preterm Birth
Results from a cross-sectional study found that among expectant mothers who smoked cigarettes before pregnancy, the probability of preterm birth was reduced following smoking cessation.
HIV Risk Does Not Differ With 3 Contraceptive Methods
No significant difference seen with use of DMPA-IM, copper IUD device, levonorgestrel implant in African women.
Nitrate Pollution of Tap Water May Cause Thousands of Cancer Cases
Annual nitrate-attributable cases of CRC, ovarian, thyroid, kidney, bladder cancer ranged from 2300 to 12,594.
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