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Paging Dr. Democracy: First-Year Resident Steps Up to Vote

White Coat Chronicles: Follow a new resident navigating the healthcare system

A photo of Herb Conaway, MD.

New Jersey Primary Care Physician and Veteran Is Running for Congress

Herb Conaway argues electing former President Trump would create a "tough road" for health equity

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

Woman Dies Waiting 40 Hours for Care; NP's Sex Assault Arrest; Violence in Hospitals

Health news and commentary gathered by 麻豆传媒 staff

A photo of a small cannabis leaf in the palm of the hand of a pregnant woman.

Prenatal Cannabis Exposure Linked to Poor Executive Function, Aggression in Kids

Associations observed when kids were 5 years old

FDA APPROVED sulopenem etzadroxil and probenecid (Orlynvah) over a computer rendering of a urinary tract infection.

FDA Approves Novel Treatment for UTIs

New oral antibiotic gets a nod for uncomplicated urinary tract infections

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

Ob/Gyn Attack Caught on Tape; Antidepressant Recall; Onions Eyed as E. Coli Source

Health news and commentary gathered by 麻豆传媒 staff

ASRM over a photo of Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO.

GLP-1 Drugs Tied to Reduced Risk of Uterine Fibroids

GLP-1 receptor agonists may have better protective benefits versus metformin, insulin

ASRM over a photo of Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO.

Use of Lidocaine During Vaginoscopic Hysteroscopy-Guided Biopsy Reduced Pain

The procedure is usually performed without pain control

ASRM over a photo of Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO.

Prolonged Treatment for Endometriosis May Harm Live Birth Rate in IVF

Interim analysis of small trial raises alarm about using progestins in particular prior to IVF

ASA over a photo of Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA.

Surgical Centers Urged to Nix Mandatory Pre-Op Pregnancy Tests

Question of when to test involves navigating patient privacy, legal, ethical concerns

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Misinformation a Concern of Physician Advocates on Both Sides of the Abortion Issue

Anti-abortion and abortion-rights groups each decry tactics of their opponents

ASRM over a photo of Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO.

Most Egg Donors Feel Good About Donation, Open to Meeting Kids, Survey Shows

A notable 23.6% said they had concerns about their health or future fertility

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'My Womb Isn't My Legacy'

We must look beyond women's childbearing potential in healthcare and society in general

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Prepregnancy Obesity, Eating Disorders Linked to Mental Health Diagnoses in Kids

Largest effect sizes seen for sleep disorders, social functioning and tic disorders

ASRM over a photo of Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO.

Embryo Transfer Guidelines Reduced Multiple Births Without Harming Live Birth Rate

Multiple birth rate plummeted after revamped single embryo transfer guidance in 2017

IDWeek over a photo of the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, CA.

Novel At-Home Test Diagnoses STIs With 'Lab-Equivalent' Accuracy

But is it ready for prime time?

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Hundreds More Infants Died After Dobbs Ruling

Nationwide findings mirror those from research after Texas banned early pregnancy abortion

ASA over a photo of Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA.

Preeclampsia Flagged by Common Lab Values

Can the fibrinogen-to-albumin ratio help with early identification?

Rainfall and Mortality; Identifying Risk for Preeclampsia

Also in TTHealthWatch: HIV-positive kidney donors

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Women and Children First -- Or Not

A look at the presidential candidates' records on maternal and child health

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Hormonal IUDs Linked to Increased Breast Cancer Risk

Absolute risk remains low, however

A photo of a mifepristone tablet in a patient鈥檚 hand during a visit to a clinic in Kansas City, KS.

Three States Renew Effort to Reduce Access to Abortion Pill Mifepristone

Lawsuit aims to require three in-person doctor visits, bar drug's use after 7 weeks of pregnancy

A photo of a woman with hidradenitis suppurativa scars on her armpit.

Chronic Skin Condition Tied to Host of Health Risks for Mother and Child

Risks identified in both the peripartum period and long-term

A photo of a premature infant in an incubator.

Want to Lower Preterm Birth Rates? Spend More on Social Programs

Particular benefit seen in Black women

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Protein Drivers of Heart Attack Risk Disproportionately Affect Women

Study suggests mechanistic underpinnings of known sex disparities in MI

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Female Genital Mutilation Happens in America, Too

Physicians must partner with their patients to provide appropriate care

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Democratic Ob/Gyn Running for Open House Seat in Minnesota

Reproductive rights, cost of healthcare, and mental health central to Kelly Morrison's campaign

Weekend Warrior Benefits; Time-Restricted Eating and Metabolic Syndrome

Also in TTHealthWatch: menopause hormone therapy in the U.S.

Medical Licensing Exam Scores Sent to Residency Programs After Switch to Pass/Fail

Numerical scores from the COMLEX Level 1 mistakenly shared with ob/gyn programs

A computer rendering of cancer cells in the blood stream.

Study Details Perinatal Risks of Blood Cancers Diagnosed in Pregnancy

Likelihood of severe maternal morbidity more than 20 times higher versus the general population

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The Real 'Danger' Is Reclassifying Abortion Pills as Controlled Substances

Louisiana's new law threatens the health and safety of pregnant women

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Can Women Living With HIV Safely Breastfeed?

Research on HIV viral landscape in breast milk gives insights for breastfeeding guidelines

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Hormonal Contraception Linked to Increased Breast Cancer Risk in BRCA1 Carriers

Higher risk for ever use, increasing duration of use but no increase in BRCA2 carriers

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Catholic Hospital Offered Bucket, Towels to Woman It Denied an Abortion

California AG suing hospital for allegedly violating state laws

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Women Should Not Have to 'Just Deal With' Gynecological Pain

Expectation setting and open discussions are key

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Ob/Gyn Applications Stable in First Year of Independent Residency System

The number of applicants is strong, but are applicants still applying to too many programs?

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

Where Are Trump's Medical Records? New Sunscreen Under Review; Why Condoms Are Nixed

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A photo of a woman holding a collection container holding a swab in pink rubber gloved hands.

Can HPV Self-Tests Truly Replace Pap Smears?

Many patients may prefer a self-collected swab over a speculum

A photo of a lab technician preparing for an embryo transfer.

Study Finds More Heart Defects in Kids Conceived With ART

But does this trend have more to do with multiple gestations?

A photo of Warren Hern, MD, and the cover of his book Abortion in the Age of Unreason.

The Disease of Nine Months: Caring for Women Before and After Roe

An excerpt from Hern's new book, Abortion in the Age of Reason

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