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An effective solution to improve visualization of the cervix during pelvic exams

Pelvic exams are an indispensable part of gynecological care and are used to screen for conditions, such as cervical cancer, that affect millions of patients every year.

14 Nov 2023

Study launched to test a vaginal film that slowly dissolves over the course of 30 days

A vaginal film designed to slowly dissolve over the course of 30 days is being put to the test for the first time in a study launched this week that aims to determine its feasibility and acceptability as a potential HIV prevention method for women.

2 Nov 2023

How do different organ microbiomes influence neuropsychiatric disorders?

Scientists review existing literature to understand how the microbiome influences neuropsychiatric disorders.

19 Oct 2023

Can your baby's gut bacteria predict food allergies?

Researchers in Italy delve into how changes in gut microbiota during the first 1000 days of life can influence the onset of food allergies in children. The study sheds light on various factors such as birth methods, breastfeeding, and antibiotic use that impact gut health, highlighting the need for more research on effective interventions for allergy prevention.

18 Sep 2023

NIH and VentureWell select winners and honorable mentions of the DEBUT Challenge

The National Institutes of Health and the higher education non-profit VentureWell have selected 10 winners and five honorable mentions of the Design by Biomedical Undergraduate Teams (DEBUT) Challenge, who are set to receive prizes totaling $145,000.

25 Aug 2023

Breastmilk sugars may help prevent prenatal infections

Breastfeeding has long been used as a method to help keep newborns healthy and protected against a variety of diseases. But certain sugars naturally found in breastmilk could also help prevent infections before a baby arrives.

9 Aug 2023

New female contraceptive under development: end-user preferences revealed in web-based survey

Researchers investigated prospective end-user preferences for an on-demand, non-hormonal female contraception.

26 Jul 2023

Menstrual cups could be a game-changer for women's health

Many girls in low- and middle-income countries struggle to buy products to manage their periods, which can cause them to skip school. So, ensuring they have access to menstrual products is critical.

25 Jul 2023

Probiotic combination could reduce incidence of toxic shock syndrome

The widespread, pathogenic microbe Staphylococcus aureus can colonize the skin and mucous membranes throughout the body, particularly the vagina and gastrointestinal tract.

21 Jul 2023

Reproductive impact of changes in the vaginal microbiome of obese women

Study explores the impact of obesity on vaginal microbiota and reproduction.

5 Jul 2023

Lactobacillus vaginal suppositories may help prevent recurrent cystitis in postmenopausal women

Recurrent cystitis (RC) is a frequent infection of the urinary tract and bladder, which is highly prevalent among postmenopausal women.

3 Jul 2023

3D-printed vaginal ovules offer promising treatment for endometriosis

3D-printed vaginal ovules offer controlled release and targeted treatment, showing promise for conditions like endometriosis.

20 Jun 2023

Vaginal microbial diversity and pregnancy outcomes

Researchers examined the diversity, community-type prevalence, and role of the vaginal microbiota in various pregnancy outcomes.

6 Jun 2023

World’s first childbirth following a uterus transplantation achieved solely by robot-assisted surgery

For the first time worldwide, in yet another breakthrough by the world-leading research team at the University of Gothenburg, a child has been born following a uterus transplantation achieved solely by robot-assisted surgery on both donor and recipient.

26 May 2023

Hydrogel combines nanozymes and probiotics for effective Candida vaginitis treatment

Research introduces FeLab, a responsive hydrogel that combines nanozymes and probiotics for the treatment of Candida vaginitis. FeLab demonstrates effective anti-Candida activity, promotes vaginal mucosa repair, and restores healthy vaginal microbiota, offering a promising therapeutic approach for this condition.

21 May 2023

Vagina News and Research

An effective solution to improve visualization of the cervix during pelvic exams

Study launched to test a vaginal film that slowly dissolves over the course of 30 days

How do different organ microbiomes influence neuropsychiatric disorders?

Can your baby's gut bacteria predict food allergies?

NIH and VentureWell select winners and honorable mentions of the DEBUT Challenge

Breastmilk sugars may help prevent prenatal infections

New female contraceptive under development: end-user preferences revealed in web-based survey

Menstrual cups could be a game-changer for women's health

Probiotic combination could reduce incidence of toxic shock syndrome

Reproductive impact of changes in the vaginal microbiome of obese women

Lactobacillus vaginal suppositories may help prevent recurrent cystitis in postmenopausal women

3D-printed vaginal ovules offer promising treatment for endometriosis

Vaginal microbial diversity and pregnancy outcomes

World’s first childbirth following a uterus transplantation achieved solely by robot-assisted surgery

Hydrogel combines nanozymes and probiotics for effective Candida vaginitis treatment

Mother-child microbiota bond: Transmission shapes future health and development

Understanding human mycobiome commensalism and pathogenesis

Lactobacillus probiotics improve vaginal health in asymptomatic women

Vulvovaginitis and the microbiome: a review of the diagnosis and treatment of acute and recurrent infection

Male circumcision may protect against HPV infection in males and females

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How ELRIG Is Helping Mid-Career Scientists Navigate Leadership, Career Change and Redundancy

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