Reproductive Health
Pregnant women exposed to pesticides have high urinary glyphosate concentrations
Urinary glyphosate concentrations were significantly increased for pregnant women living near agriculture fields during the pesticide spray season of May to August, according to study results published in Environmental Health Perspectives.
Continuous Medicaid eligibility during COVID-19 increased postpartum coverage
Continuous Medicaid eligibility during COVID-19 significantly reduced postpartum loss of insurance, but was not tied to health care use, contraceptive use, breastfeeding or depressive symptoms in early postpartum, researchers reported.
Pregnancy often advised for endometriosis management, despite lack of evidence
In a survey of women with endometriosis, more than half reported being advised to become pregnant to manage the disease, often by health care providers, despite little supporting evidence, researchers reported.
Neonatal Fc receptors may have ‘dual effect’ for mothers, infants in autoimmune disease
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — A novel therapeutic approach targeting the neonatal fragment crystallizable receptor may have implications across a number of rheumatology disease states, according to a speaker.
Polycystic ovary syndrome linked with heart disease, on the rise globally
Polycystic ovary syndrome was associated with increased risk for CVD in women, and while incidence varies, its prevalence worldwide increased since 1990, researchers reported.
Various reproductive factors impact COPD risk in women
Age at menstruation, age at menopause, number of children, miscarriage and stillbirth each impacted a woman’s risk for COPD, according to results published in Thorax.
Leverage technology to reach women in ‘double deserts’ needing cardio-obstetric care
Cardio-obstetrics care is often out of reach for women living in underserved rural areas, but there are steps cardiologists and OB/GYNs can take to ensure pregnant people have healthy deliveries despite geographic disparities.
Medication abortion via telemedicine in primary care found to be effective, trustworthy
Telemedicine medication abortion services in primary care were well received by patients thanks to clear communication and previously established relationships, researchers found.
Patients with later menarche, earlier menopause have higher risk for rheumatoid arthritis
Menarche after the age of 14 years, or going through menopause before 45 years of age, are among the hormonal and reproductive factors that increase the risk for rheumatoid arthritis, according to data published in RMD Open.
OB/GYNs feel effect of US abortion bans on workforce, personal health, patient care
Based on interviews with 54 self-selected OB/GYNs, researchers reported in JAMA Network Open that OB/GYNs experienced “deep and pervasive” impacts from state abortion bans on workforce sustainability, physician health and patient outcomes.