In recent times, the COVID-19 pandemic has posed significant challenges to public health, with pregnant individuals being particularly vulnerable. However, a groundbreaking cohort study published in JAMA Network Open suggests that COVID-19 mRNA vaccination during pregnancy leads to robust immune responses in both mothers and infants without adverse effects. Furthermore, this article will also touch […]
Dealing with premenstrual syndrome (PMS) can be a challenging experience for many women. The physical and emotional symptoms that accompany PMS can disrupt daily life and cause discomfort. Fortunately, nature has provided us with a remarkable solution: Serenol. This natural supplement, formulated to target PMS symptoms, has gained popularity for its ability to offer relief […]
As we age, it becomes increasingly important to take care of our physical health. Women, in particular, experience unique challenges and changes in their bodies that can affect their overall well-being. A recent study suggests that several lifestyle factors can significantly impact physical health in midlife for women. The study, published in the journal Menopause, […]
Non-alcoholic acute fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a serious medical condition that is on the rise worldwide. The disease is characterized by the accumulation of fat in the liver, leading to inflammation and liver damage. NAFLD is typically associated with obesity, insulin resistance, and metabolic syndrome, and it is more commonly seen in men than […]
Breast cancer is a disease that affects both men and women worldwide. In the United States, breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women, with over 281,000 new cases expected in 2021 alone (1). While screening mammography is an effective tool for early detection, it has limitations in certain patient populations, particularly those […]
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most common bacterial infections affecting women. Approximately 50-60% of women will experience at least one UTI in their lifetime, and recurrent infections can occur in up to 20% of women. UTIs can cause discomfort, pain, and can lead to serious complications if left untreated. In this article, […]
We know pregnant women are at a higher risk of infection from COVID-19. As per our previous updates, we also know that vaccination during pregnancy does not increase the risk of fetal anomalies, neonatal hospitalizations, or infant demise. Some studies also showed that vaccination during pregnancy helped protect babies from serious illness and risk of […]
The Board of Trustees of The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) has reflected on the US Supreme Court’s ruling overturning Roe vs Wade and the sweeping range of emotions it has generated. The primary focus of NAMS is on late-reproductive and postreproductive female health, and we are and will always be health advocates for women. […]
The following statement is attributable to: Jack Resneck, Jr. M.D. President, American Medical Association “The American Medical Association is deeply disturbed by the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn nearly a half-century of precedent protecting patients’ right to critical reproductive health care—representing an egregious allowance of government intrusion into the medical examination room, a direct […]
Washington, DC – The following is a statement from Iffath Abbasi Hoskins, MD, FACOG, president of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), regarding today’s decision from the United States Supreme Court in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. Read ACOG’s amicus brief in the case. “Today’s decision is a direct blow to bodily […]