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Top 5 women's health headlines you missed in September 2025
Take a quick look at everything you may have missed in September, including the latest FDA updates, top stories, and exclusive interviews.
Menopause not linked to worsening disability in women with MS
A study found that menopause does not increase disability progression in women with multiple sclerosis
Kenneth M. Johnson, PhD, discusses barriers to childcare driving reduced fertility
Rising childcare costs, limited access to daycare, and shifting generational attitudes are driving historic declines in US birth rates.
Special Report: Future Directions for STI Diagnosis and Treatment
Experts discuss the future of healthcare, emphasizing innovative STI care, education, and the importance of collaboration in improving patient outcomes.
Special Report: Education and Collaboration in STI Management
Panelists explore the future of STI screening and management, emphasizing the importance of guidelines and innovative diagnostics in women's health.
Special Report: Impact of Screening on Congenital Conditions
Special Report: Challenges and Workflow Integration in STI Care
Discover how accessible STI testing and early detection enhance maternal-fetal health, reducing risks for mothers and newborns alike.
Special Report: STI Diagnostic Innovations and At-Home Testing
Innovations in diagnostic testing enhance patient care, empowering women with at-home options and faster access to essential health services.
Special Report: New Frontiers in STI Treatment
Experts discuss the FDA's priority review of gepotidacin, an oral gonorrhea treatment, highlighting its potential to improve women's health and access to care.
Special Report: Advances in STI Screening and Treatments
Experts discuss updates in STI testing, congenital conditions, and best practices for pregnant women in this insightful healthcare panel.
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Peer networks drive use of opportunistic salpingectomy for ovarian cancer prevention
A new study shows surgeons are more likely to adopt opportunistic salpingectomy for sterilization when their peers already use the procedure.
Kenneth M. Johnson, PhD, highlights record low US fertility rates
A new analysis shows US births have fallen 22% since 2007, raising concerns about delayed childbearing and shrinking school enrollments.
Maternal adverse childhood experiences linked to higher risk of preterm birth
Mothers with multiple adverse childhood experiences faced double the risk of preterm birth, highlighting intergenerational health effects.
Preconception BMI drives fertility struggles and miscarriage risk
A new study reveals that preconception body mass index outside the normal range is linked to lower fertility and greater miscarriage risk.
Antenatal betamethasone reduces neonatal morbidity in twin pregnancies
A trial found that antenatal betamethasone significantly lowers the risk of respiratory complications in late preterm twin pregnancies.
JoAnn Pinkerton, MD, highlights long-term safety and efficacy of elinzanetant
In the 52-week OASIS-3 trial, elinzanetant significantly reduced hot flashes and night sweats.
Viscoelastic testing shows promise in reducing postpartum hemorrhage deaths
A review highlights viscoelastic testing as a cost-saving, minimally invasive tool that could improve maternal outcomes.
Barriers to clean personal care products highlight need for stronger regulations
Lariah M. Edwards, PhD, discusses how cost, accessibility, and inadequate policies limit women’s ability to reduce harmful chemical exposures.
Contemporary OB/GYN week in review: maternal attachment, opioid use, and more
Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary OB/GYN website over the past week and catch up on anything you may have missed.
Hyperemesis gravidarum linked to mental health disorder risks
A study found that women with hyperemesis gravidarum face significantly increased risks of multiple mental health conditions.
How safer personal care product selection can reduce chemical exposure
Lariah M. Edwards, PhD, explains how avoiding risky ingredients in care products may lower health risks while highlighting the need for stronger safety regulations.
Emma N. Cleary explains opioid use is not linked to offspring ADHD or autism
A study found that judicious prenatal opioid prescribing does not substantially increase the risk of autism or ADHD in children.
Premenstrual disorders linked to reduced quality of life
A study found reduced quality of life in women with premenstrual disorders, especially in anxiety, depression, and pain domains.
Helena Rutherford, PhD, highlights fetal movement's link to maternal attachment
A study using objective Doppler measures shows that more active fetuses are associated with stronger maternal-fetal bonds.
Poverty and social disadvantage linked to lower fecundability and greater risk of subfertility
A cohort study found that poverty and social disadvantage were associated with reduced fecundability and greater subfertility risk.
OASIS-3 highlights safety and efficacy of elinzanetant against VMS
Findings from the OASIS-3 trial show the non-hormonal drug elinzanetant cut vasomotor symptoms by 73%.
AI uses mammograms to accurately predict women’s heart disease risk
A large study shows an AI algorithm analyzing routine mammograms can match leading cardiovascular risk models.
FDA pushes label change for acetaminophen in pregnancy, approves leucovorin calcium for CFD
The FDA updates acetaminophen warnings for pregnant women and approves leucovorin for treating cerebral folate deficiency.
Maternal dietary diversity associated with decreased childhood eczema risk
These data indicate that greater maternal dietary diversity during pregnancy may be linked with a diminished risk of atopic dermatitis during early childhood.
