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3D mammograms increasing in popularity for breast cancer screening in the USA

More and more women are undergoing 3D mammograms for breast cancer screening in the US, with rates increasing from 13 percent to 43 percent.

26 Jun 2019

Women exposed to common antibacterial more likely to develop osteoporosis

Women exposed to triclosan are more likely to develop osteoporosis, according to a study published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.

26 Jun 2019

Study highlights potential health impact of zero-calorie sweeteners

As a sugar substitute, zero-calorie sweeteners may reduce tooth decay and blood sugar spikes. Seven are approved worldwide and safe for humans - but does this mean they're healthy?

26 Jun 2019

Women's work in agriculture seems to have negative impact on household nutrition

Recognition of Indian women's roles in both agriculture and domestic work is key to improving household nutrition outcomes, according to new research from the University of East Anglia

26 Jun 2019

Study discusses beneficial effects of antibody therapy that targets sclerostin

Sclerostin is a protein produced by osteocytes in the bone that inhibits bone formation. A recent analysis of results from a clinical trial reveals the beneficial effects of romosozumab, an antibody therapy that targets sclerostin, on bone tissue in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis.

26 Jun 2019

LSU Health researchers to investigate link between breast cancer and obesity in real time

Frank Lau, MD, Associate Professor in the Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at LSU Health New Orleans School of Medicine, has been awarded a grant by the Southeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons to improve the care and research of breast cancer and obesity.

25 Jun 2019

Mayo Clinic receives gift of $5 million to create innovative Center for Women's Health

Mayo Clinic has received a combined gift of $5 million from Penny and Bill George, and the George Family Foundation, to create the innovative Center for Women's Health.

25 Jun 2019

Coffee may boost weight loss, concludes study

Coffee has been shown to increase the release of heat from brown fat, potentially boosting weight loss efforts.

25 Jun 2019

Women more likely to suffer from long-term cognitive impairment after brain tumor radiation

Young women who undergo radiation therapy to treat a pediatric brain tumor are more likely to suffer from long-term cognitive impairment than male survivors, according to a study by Georgia State University researchers.

25 Jun 2019

Diabetes drug can halve the risk of late miscarriage, preterm births for women with PCOS

Metformin can halve the risk of late miscarriage and preterm births for women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

24 Jun 2019

Solitary drinking can be influenced by social discomfort, especially among underage females

Although drinking alone does not necessarily mean that someone has a drinking problem, solitary drinking by youth is alarming for several reasons: it may lead to heavier drinking, numerous psychosocial problems, and long-term alcohol problems.

24 Jun 2019

FDA approves new drug to treat hypoactive sexual desire disorder in premenopausal women

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Vyleesi (bremelanotide) to treat acquired, generalized hypoactive sexual desire disorder in premenopausal women.

23 Jun 2019

Most women glad to do genetic testing before IVF, reports survey

The most effective way to increase the odds that an embryo will successfully implant during in vitro fertilization is genetic testing to see if the embryo is normal.

21 Jun 2019

3D scanners can help young women focus on body appreciation

3D technology has transformed movies and medical imaging, and now it might be able to help young women better appreciate their bodies.

21 Jun 2019

New genetic marker linked to higher risk of premenopausal breast cancer

University of Alberta researchers have added a new genetic marker to the breast cancer map, helping to expand the list of genetic mutations clinicians can watch for in cancer screenings.

20 Jun 2019

New blood test offers more precise diagnostics of ovarian cancer

The majority of women who undergo surgery for suspected ovarian cancer do not have cancer. A novel blood test developed by researchers at Uppsala University and the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, in Sweden, now offers the possibility of more precise diagnostics without the need for surgery.

20 Jun 2019

New initiative to increase mothers' ability to provide milk for very low birth weight infants

Researchers at Boston Medical Center initiated a statewide quality improvement imitative to increase mothers' ability to produce and provide milk for very low birth weight infants at their discharge, as well reduce the racial/ethnic disparities in milk production and provision to these infants.

20 Jun 2019

$High postural sway increases postmenopausal women’s fracture risk$

High postural sway increases postmenopausal women’s fracture risk

Postural sway is an independent risk factor for bone fractures in postmenopausal women, according to a new study from the University of Eastern Finland and Kuopio University Hospital.

20 Jun 2019

Study reveals potential consequences of limiting ovarian cancer surgery to high-volume hospitals

Limiting ovarian cancer surgery to high-volume hospitals could improve survival but may also reduce access for many rural and underserved patients, a new study from researchers at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons has found.

20 Jun 2019

Invasive cervical cancer rates are high among women with HIV in South Africa, Latin America

A new International Journal of Cancer study indicates that rates of invasive cervical cancer are particularly high in women living with HIV in South Africa or Latin America.

19 Jun 2019

Women's Health News

3D mammograms increasing in popularity for breast cancer screening in the USA

Women exposed to common antibacterial more likely to develop osteoporosis

Study highlights potential health impact of zero-calorie sweeteners

Women's work in agriculture seems to have negative impact on household nutrition

Study discusses beneficial effects of antibody therapy that targets sclerostin

LSU Health researchers to investigate link between breast cancer and obesity in real time

Mayo Clinic receives gift of $5 million to create innovative Center for Women's Health

Coffee may boost weight loss, concludes study

Women more likely to suffer from long-term cognitive impairment after brain tumor radiation

Diabetes drug can halve the risk of late miscarriage, preterm births for women with PCOS

Solitary drinking can be influenced by social discomfort, especially among underage females

FDA approves new drug to treat hypoactive sexual desire disorder in premenopausal women

Most women glad to do genetic testing before IVF, reports survey

3D scanners can help young women focus on body appreciation

New genetic marker linked to higher risk of premenopausal breast cancer

New blood test offers more precise diagnostics of ovarian cancer

New initiative to increase mothers' ability to provide milk for very low birth weight infants

High postural sway increases postmenopausal women’s fracture risk

Study reveals potential consequences of limiting ovarian cancer surgery to high-volume hospitals

Invasive cervical cancer rates are high among women with HIV in South Africa, Latin America

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