Reducing Anxieties of IUD Placement
March 25th 2025Panelists discuss how physicians should empower and educate patients about intrauterine devices (IUDs) by addressing concerns directly rather than downplaying them, acknowledging pain as a legitimate issue while presenting all available options, and recognizing that IUDs are not appropriate for everyone. No patient should feel pressured to choose this method.
How sex differences impact treatment efficacy for chronic pain
March 20th 2025Discover how historical biases in chronic pain research have led to treatment disparities between men and women and how new findings are paving the way for more effective management strategies, as discussed by Tuan Trang, PhD.
Tuan Trang, PhD, discusses biological differences in chronic pain between men and women
March 19th 2025Researchers have discovered that leptin, a hormone linked to energy metabolism, plays a crucial role in driving neuropathic pain in women but not in men, opening the door to targeted pain treatments.
Overview of IUD Mechanisms and Barriers to Use
March 18th 2025Panelists discuss how intrauterine device (IUD) usage rates are increasing but remain low despite the availability of hormonal and new copper options. Obstacles include physician education gaps, patient anxieties about procedures, high up-front costs (especially for the uninsured), and misconceptions about fertility risks that modern IUDs do not pose.
Revi System shows efficacy against urgency urinary incontinence
March 12th 2025John PFA Heesakkers, MD, PhD, MBA, with Maastricht Universitair Medisch Centrum, highlights a study revealing that the Revi System significantly reduces urinary incontinence episodes, offering a side-effect-free alternative to traditional treatments with high patient satisfaction.
Understanding the Rates of Unplanned Pregnancy in the United States
March 11th 2025Panelists discuss how nearly 46% of pregnancies in the US are unplanned. Although this rate has declined, the US still has one of the highest rates of unplanned pregnancies in the world, particularly affecting minority and disadvantaged communities.
Researchers highlight risks of breastfeeding while taking Levetiracetam
March 11th 2025Shirley Wang, a PhD student in the School of Pharmacy at the University of Waterloo, discusses the findings on Levetiracetam’s safety during breastfeeding and how mothers can make informed decisions about medication use and infant health.
New pSNM system empowers patients in urge urinary incontinence treatment
March 6th 2025Jannah Thompson, MD, FPMRS, discusses how the Neuspera sacral neuromodulation system encourages patient involvement, improving long-term treatment success and offering broader applicability for those with urge urinary incontinence.
Jannah Thompson, MD, highlights battery free device for UUI management
March 5th 2025A new study on the Neuspera sacral neuromodulation system reveals that 84% of patients experienced significant symptom improvement, offering a minimally invasive, battery-free solution for urgency urinary incontinence.
Anietie Aliu, PhD, discusses how to improve breast cancer screening disparities
March 3rd 2025A review of studies reveals that Black women face unique cultural, emotional, and health care-related barriers to breast cancer screening, highlighting the need for targeted interventions and inclusive research.
Dr. Somi Javaid provides advice for sexual health care
February 20th 2025Somi Javaid, MD, FACOG, urges clinicians to prioritize sexual health care through specialized training or referrals, highlighting the importance of patient empowerment and emerging treatments such as testosterone therapy and pelvic floor health tools.
How advancements in IVF are impacting embryologist workload and patient care
February 14th 2025As in vitro fertilization procedures evolve with new technologies and extended embryo care, embryologists face increasing workloads, higher stress levels, and the challenge of maintaining precision, leading to concerns about burnout and efficiency in the lab.
Study finds no causal link between maternal health in pregnancy and autism risk
February 14th 2025New research from NYU Grossman School of Medicine reveals that maternal health conditions during pregnancy are correlated with autism risk but are not a direct cause, highlighting the role of genetic and familial factors.
Screening-to-diagnosis interval vital for gestational diabetes outcomes
February 1st 2025Timely diagnosis of gestational diabetes is crucial for optimal maternal and fetal health, but a recent study highlights demographic disparities in screening delays and the need for further research on potential health impacts.