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Relacorilant Plus Nab-Paclitaxel: A New Standard for Platinum-Resistant Ovarian Cancer?

By MedXY 08/03/2025

Relacorilant combined with nab-paclitaxel significantly improved progression-free and overall survival in platinum-resistant ovarian cancer, with a favorable safety profile, suggesting a potential new treatment standard.

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Trimethoprim–Sulfamethoxazole in Pregnancy: No Impact on Birth Weight in a Zimbabwean RCT

By MedXY 08/01/2025

A large randomized trial in Zimbabwe found that trimethoprim–sulfamethoxazole prophylaxis during pregnancy did not significantly increase birth weight or reduce adverse outcomes.

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Long-Term Fracture Risk After Menopausal Hormone Therapy: New Insights from a Landmark Study

By MedXY 07/30/2025

Large-scale UK data reveal a transient increase but sustained long-term reduction in fracture risk after discontinuing menopausal HRT, challenging prior assumptions and guiding future clinical decisions.

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Parathyroidectomy Enhances Muscle Health in Postmenopausal Women with Primary Hyperparathyroidism

By MedXY 07/30/2025

Surgical treatment of primary hyperparathyroidism in postmenopausal women significantly improves muscle strength, volume, and metabolic pathways linked to exercise, without increased physical activity.

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How to Make Urology Care More Comfortable for Women

By MedXY 07/30/2025

Exploring why women often feel discomfort during urology visits and actionable strategies to create a more welcoming, effective clinical experience.

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Evolving Patterns in Antiseizure Drug Use During Pregnancy: Safer Choices and New Uncertainties

By MedXY 07/30/2025

A decade-long French study reveals declining prenatal exposure to high-risk antiseizure drugs, increased use of safer alternatives, and a notable rise in prescriptions for newer drugs with uncertain safety profiles.

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FDA Panel Reviews SSRI Use During Pregnancy: Balancing Fetal Risks and Maternal Mental Health

By MedXY 07/29/2025

An FDA expert panel debates the risks and benefits of SSRI antidepressants in pregnancy, emphasizing the need to weigh untreated depression risks against potential drug-related fetal outcomes.

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Beyond hysterectomy: Modern approaches to managing uterine fibroids

By Dr.Paul 07/29/2025

Background: Common Yet MisunderstoodUterine fibroids—also known as leiomyomas—are the most prevalent benign tumors in women…

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How Air Pollution in Pregnancy May Shape Your Child’s Weight: Between Prenatal PM2.5 Exposure and Childhood Obesity

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Emerging research reveals that prenatal exposure to fine particulate air pollution (PM2.5) may significantly increase a child’s risk of developing obesity, spotlighting pregnancy as a critical window for future health.

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Removing Out-of-Pocket Costs Increases Access to 3D Mammograms

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Eliminating a $45 fee for advanced breast cancer screening technology improves access and reduces health disparities, according to recent research.

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Revolutionizing Diabetes Management in Pregnancy with Hybrid Closed-Loop Technology

By MedXY 07/29/2025

A groundbreaking trial highlights how hybrid closed-loop systems improve glycemic control for pregnant women with type 1 diabetes, offering enhanced maternal and fetal health outcomes.

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Gut Microbiota and Pregnancy Risks: the Connection in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Scientific findings link imbalances in gut microbiota and metabolic markers to pregnancy complications in women with PCOS.

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Pioneering FDA Approvals in Women’s Health: Transforming Care in 2025

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Exploring groundbreaking FDA approvals in women's health, including new treatments for UTIs, at-home STI and cervical cancer tests, and AI-driven fetal anomaly detection.

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Understanding Hormone Therapy and Breast Cancer Risk in Younger Women

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Recent research highlights that estrogen-only hormone therapy may reduce breast cancer risk in women under 55, while combined estrogen-progestin therapy could increase risk.

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Pregnancy Complications and Long-Term Stroke Risk: A Hidden Connection

By MedXY 07/29/2025

A study reveals that complications during pregnancy, such as preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and preterm birth, are linked to an increased risk of stroke years later.

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Endometriosis and Pregnancy: Insights from a Landmark Study

By MedXY 07/29/2025

A 30-year study reveals women with endometriosis-related infertility have higher pregnancy rates compared to other infertility causes, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and tailored treatments.

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Gut Microbiota and Gestational Diabetes: A Critical Connection

By MedXY 07/29/2025

New research highlights links between gut microbiota composition and gestational diabetes, offering potential for early detection and personalized treatment strategies.

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Advancing Access to Cervical Cancer Screening: The Promise of Self-Collection Methods

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Self-collection devices for cervical cancer screening offer a safe, effective, and preferred alternative to traditional methods, increasing accessibility and compliance.

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Mail-in HPV Self-Tests Double Cervical Cancer Screening Rates

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Mail-in HPV self-collection kits significantly increase cervical cancer screening participation, offering a promising tool to enhance early detection and preventive care.

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Evaluating HPV Vaccination Schedules: A New Perspective on Booster Doses

By MedXY 07/29/2025

Recent research suggests that a 2-dose HPV vaccine regimen offers similar long-term protection against HPV-16 and HPV-18 as the 2+1-dose regimen, challenging the necessity of booster doses.