Will Florida have enough ob/gyns to ensure access to care?
Not according to a 2005 survey of fourth-year medical students at the University of South Florida College of Medicine. The researchers-who presented their findings at the Florida Obstetric and Gynecological Society annual meeting-surmise that concerns about increasing medical liability premiums are contributing to a decline in medical students wanting to specialize in ob/gyn in the state, reported Medical Liability Monitor (9/2006).
Chemoattractants in fetal membranes enhance leukocyte migration near term pregnancy
November 22nd 2024A recent study highlights the release of chemoattractants from human fetal membranes at term, driving leukocyte activation and migration, with implications for labor and postpartum recovery.
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Reproductive genetic carrier screening: A tool for reproductive decision-making
November 22nd 2024A new study highlights the efficacy of couple-based reproductive genetic carrier screening in improving reproductive decisions and outcomes, emphasizing its growing availability and acceptance among diverse populations.
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Early preterm birth risk linked to low PlGF levels during pregnancy screening
November 20th 2024New research highlights that low levels of placental growth factor during mid-pregnancy screening can effectively predict early preterm birth, offering a potential tool to enhance maternal and infant health outcomes.
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