Women's Health

Ovarian Cancer Fall Sped Up as Hormone Use Dropped

Headlines in Reproductive Medicine May 17, 2013

Ovarian cancer rates in the U.S. began to decline faster in 2002 around the time many older women went off hormone replacement therapy, according to a new study.

Hysterectomy Not Tied to Heart Risk Factors

Headlines in Reproductive Medicine May 16, 2013

Despite evidence suggesting that women whose uterus has been removed may be more likely to experience heart troubles, a new study finds that the usual signs of heart disease risk are not more severe in middle-aged women after hysterectomy.

Slim Women Have Higher Endometriosis Risk Than Obese Women

Headlines in Reproductive Medicine May 16, 2013

Slim women have a higher risk of developing endometriosis than women who are morbidly obese, according to a new major study.

Obese Women Miss Out Under IVF Shake-Up

Headlines in Reproductive Medicine May 16, 2013

Couples in Scotland who need help conceiving will be guaranteed two free infertility treatments from 1 July

Indigestion, Dizzy Spells, Itchy Skin: The Unexpected Signs You're About to Hit Menopause

Headlines in Reproductive Medicine May 15, 2013

Mandy Flynn felt woozy as she sat behind the counter at the bank where she worked. Three years ago, she’d started suffering from odd moments of dizziness. ‘They lasted only about 30 seconds, but I’d feel as if I was losing my balance,’ says the 49-year-old cashier from Kenley, Surrey.

Outdated Policies on Sexual Behavior in U.S. Military Adversely Affecting Women

Headlines in Reproductive Medicine May 15, 2013

The Pentagon’s fear of condoning sex and logistical hurdles have prevented it from adequately providing servicewomen with adequate information and a full spectrum of contraceptive alternatives.

Freezing Your Eggs: Englewood Panel Explores If It Is A Panacea Or Just More Pressure

Headlines in Reproductive Medicine May 14, 2013

With improved technology, elective egg freezing has become a viable possibility for women from 16 to 42 and holds out hope that women may prolong their fertility. A panel called “A Timeless Mother,” held on April 28 at Congregation Ahavath Torah in Englewood, discussed the “social, ethical and halachic” implications of egg freezing.

Temporary Limit Put On Sales Of Morning-After Pill

Headlines in Reproductive Medicine May 14, 2013

At least through the end of May, the Plan B One-Step morning-after contraceptive will not be sold over the counter for all ages.  A federal appeals court on Monday temporarily granted the Obama administration’s request for a stay of an order by Judge Edward R. Korman of Federal District Court that the pill be available without a prescription for everyone.

Chemical in Cosmetics Linked to Early Onset of Menopause

Headlines in Reproductive Medicine May 13, 2013

Some doctors say your lipstick and hairspray may cause symptoms of early onset menopause.

Judge Refuses to Delay Ruling on Plan B

Headlines in Reproductive Medicine May 13, 2013

A federal judge who's been battling the Obama administration over “Plan B” emergency contraception took another swipe at the federal government on Friday, denying a request to delay his ruling ordering the government to make the pills available to everyone, without restrictions.

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