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Decreased Respiratory Function in Infants Linked to Antenatal Steroid Therapy
In a prospective cohort study, infants who were 25 to 32 weeks' gestation and remotely treated with antenatal steroids at a mean of 21 days before delivery had lower cardiorespiratory function.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Hormone Therapy Linked to Stroke Risk Regardless of Timing of Treatment Initiation
New analysis of data from the Nurses' Health Study shows an increased stroke risk associated with both estrogen alone and estrogen plus progestin, regardless of treatment or timing of initiation.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Vascular Benefits of Stopping Smoking Are Rapid
Women who quit smoking will see a rapid decline in the risk for death from coronary heart disease and other vascular disorders, a new analysis of the Nurses' Health Study shows.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Maternal Hyperglycemia Linked to Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes
A study shows that maternal glucose levels below the range indicating diabetes are linked with increased birth weight and increased cord-blood serum C-peptide levels in infants.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Breast Cancer Within 2 Years of Childbirth Linked to Poor Prognosis
A study shows that women who have breast cancer within 2 years of their last pregnancy (or 2-4 years) after delivery are more likely to have a poor prognosis.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Metformin Alone or With Insulin May Be Safe in Gestational Diabetes
In pregnant women with gestational diabetes, metformin alone or supplemented with insulin did not increase neonatal hypoglycemia or other perinatal complications vs insulin alone.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Urinary Incontinence More Common in Elderly Women Taking Certain Medications
Use of estrogen or alpha-blockers increases the occurrence of self-reported urinary incontinence.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Vitamin E May Not Reduce Risk for Age-Related Cataracts
In a study of healthy women, treatment with vitamin E was not associated with reduced risk for age-related cataracts.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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SSRIs May Be Effective for Premenstrual Symptoms
A meta-analysis shows that treatment with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors is effective for women with premenstrual syndrome and premenstrual dysmorphic disorder.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Prolonged, Exclusive Breast-Feeding Linked to Improved Cognitive Development
A study shows that prolonged, exclusive breast-feeding is associated with improved cognitive development as measured by IQ and teachers' academic ratings in children age 6.5 years.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Diagnosis and Management of Vulvar Skin Disorders Reviewed
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has issued a practice bulletin reviewing available diagnostic methods and management strategies for vulvar skin disorders.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Eating Chocolate May Decrease Risk for Preeclampsia
A prospective cohort study suggests that chocolate consumption during pregnancy may lower the risk for preeclampsia, but reverse causality cannot be excluded.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Keeping Active Attenuates -- but Doesn't Eliminate -- Increased CHD Risk Associated With Overweight/Obesity
A new study suggests that lean, inactive women face lower risks for coronary disease than overweight women who kept fit, although both groups are better off than overweight or obese inactive women.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Guidelines Issued for Medical Care of Pregnant Women With Preexisting Diabetes
The American Diabetes Association has issued consensus panel recommendations for the medical care of pregnant women with preexisting diabetes, including type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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FDA Approvals: Patanase, Actonel, Cimzia
The FDA has approved olopatadineHCl nasal spray (Patanase), a once-monthly formulation for risedronate sodium tablets (Actonel), and certolizumab pegol powder for solution (Cimzia).
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Subclinical Hypothyroidism Ups CHD Deaths in Women
A new study has shown that women with subclinical hypothyroidism have a higher risk for coronary heart disease death than women with healthy thyroid function.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Skin-to-Skin Contact May Reduce Pain in Preterm Neonates
A crossover trial shows that skin-to-skin contact to reduce pain in preterm neonates is effective in infants from 28 weeks of gestation through term.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Osteoporosis Drug Promotes Atrial Fibrillation in Population-Based Study
In a case-control study, women who have taken alendronate, the bisphosphonate widely prescribed for preservation of bone density, have an increased risk for the development of atrial fibrillation.
Medscape Medical News, April 2008
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Behavioral Intervention May Improve Obstetric Care, Reduce Episiotomy
In a clustered-randomized trial, a multifaceted behavioral intervention increased the prophylactic use of oxytocin during the third stage of labor and reduced the use of episiotomy.
Medscape Medical News, April 2008
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Risk Factors Identified for Hot Flushes in Late Postmenopausal Years
A study elucidates risk factors for hot flushes in older postmenopausal women, which may help guide evaluation and treatment.
Medscape Medical News, April 2008
