While the scientific evidence has shown a consistent link between talcum powder and ovarian cancer, many questions remain. Why take the risk?
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): What is It and What are the Signs?
Monthly changes in hormones affect nearly all women. Some of the symptoms are more bothersome or noticeable than others, and sometimes they signal health problems. Studies show that 8% to 13% of women of reproductive age have a condition called polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). It can be difficult to diagnose because it is similar to so many other conditions. What is PCOS, and what are the signs?
Read More »Postpartum Depression: Brexanolone and Other Treatments
Postpartum Depression (PPD) affects between 10-15% of new mothers. PPD causes mothers to suffer from a long-lasting depression that, if severe, can put both the mother and the child in danger. Though PPD is common, available antidepressants are not guaranteed to help. A new treatment, brexanolone, offers hope for some mothers but also has severe side effects.
Read More »Do Lesbians Need Cervical Cancer Screening? What You Need to Know
Lesbians are less likely to get screened for cervical cancer than heterosexual and bisexual women, but cervical cancer screening is recommended for all women with a cervix, including lesbians.
Read More »NCHR’s Comments on USPSTF’s Draft Recommendation Statement for Tobacco Smoking Cessation in Adults, Including Pregnant Persons
We strongly agree with the USPSTF’s recommendation that all physicians ask their adult patients and pregnant patients about their tobacco use. However, encourage the USPSTF to consider two suggestions that would strengthen this recommendation.
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