September 22nd 2023
In a recent study, women with a history of dysmenorrhea were at a significantly increased risk of endometriosis.
How prevalent is PCOS in teen girls with type 2 diabetes?
February 25th 2022Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and type 2 diabetes have some markers that suggest a connection, with PCOS patients exhibiting certain symptoms at greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes later. A systematic review examines the prevalence of the 2 conditions occurring in adolescent girls.
COVID-19 vaccine exposure in utero not linked to adverse neonatal outcomes
February 11th 2022The safety of the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine in pregnant women, for both mother and baby, has been dependent on observation during the rollout. A large population trial provides further support for the vaccine’s safety.
Examining the effect of eating disorders in pregnancy on neurodevelopmental risk in infants
January 21st 2022Eating disorders carry many risks. An investigation looks into whether they can increase the risk of certain neurodevelopmental conditions in the children of mothers with a history of eating disorders.
Does maternal history of cervical cancer/biopsy impact HPV vaccine rate in kids?
December 16th 2021For mothers who have an experience with human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine preventable outcomes such as a cervical biopsy or cancer, would this history make them more likely to have their child receive this vaccine? It may seem likely, but a new study raises questions about this belief.
How a program to improve contraceptive access is working
November 12th 2021One year after the close of the Increasing Access to Contraception (IAC) Learning Community, participants had sustained their efforts in support of at least 1 goal: to improve adolescent girls' and women’s access to the full range of contraceptive options.