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Liver blood tests recommended as part of Veozah prescribing practice

FDA adds warning about rare Veozah risk of liver injury

Today at 11:55 am

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Endometriosis pain leads to missed school and work in two-thirds of women with the condition, new study finds

Yesterday at 11:19 am

The “black-legged” or “black-tailed” mosquito is known for infecting humans with the EEE virus.

As eastern equine encephalitis spreads, a neurologist explains how to stay safe during this latest outbreak of the ‘triple E’ virus

16 Sep at 8:11 am

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Breast density and mammograms: New FDA rule will ensure all women have more information after cancer screenings

13 Sep at 9:27 am

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COVID-19, flu and RSV shots − an epidemiologist explains why all three matter this fall

4 Sep at 11:33 am

NP holding an IUD

CDC issues new IUD guidance for pain

3 Sep at 11:07 am

NP discussing PRep with Hispanic patient

Hispanic women are less likely to get PrEP treatment − new intervention could change that

29 Aug at 11:48 am

Older man after getting new covid vaccine

The New Covid Vaccine Is Out. Why You Might Not Want To Rush To Get It.

26 Aug at 11:48 am

West Nile virus transmission cycle

West Nile virus season returns − a medical epidemiologist explains how it’s transmitted and how you can avoid it

23 Aug at 9:45 am

Chart showing out hormone levels change throughout the menstrual cycle.

Why are migraines worse during your period? Research in mice points to a hormone called progesterone, offering a new treatment target

12 Aug at 10:34 am

The ovary changes over the menstrual cycle. In this image, 1 is menstruation; 2–3 are the maturing of the follicle; 4 is ovulation; and 5–6 are the growth and deterioration of the corpus luteum. Shazz/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA

Menstrual cycle is a vital sign and important indicator of overall health − 2 reproductive health experts explain

6 Aug at 12:02 pm

NP checks patient with chronic pain

New treatments offer much-needed hope for patients suffering from chronic pain

1 Aug at 11:50 am

ADHD affects the presence of dopamine and norepinephrine.

ADHD Brains Present Unique Challenges, but the Condition Is Highly Treatable − a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner With ADHD Explains the Science

31 Jul at 11:42 am

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Why Millions Are Trying FDA-Authorized Alternatives to Big Pharma’s Weight Loss Drugs.

23 Jul at 10:47 am

long covid

Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – the picture is unsettling

22 Jul at 11:55 am

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estrogen and progesterone levels fluctuate naturally across the menstrual cycle in women

New research suggests estrogen and progesterone could play role in opioid addiction and relapse

Pregnant woman petting a cat

Toxoplasma is a common parasite that causes birth defects – but the US doesn’t screen for it during pregnancy

Raw milk being poured into a bucket

Raw milk health risks significantly outweigh any potential benefits − food scientists and nutritionists explain why

Woman with PMDD

Beyond PMS: A Poorly Understood Disorder Means Periods of Despair for Some Women

U.S. Supreme Court Building

Supreme Court sidesteps case on whether federal law on medical emergencies overrides Idaho’s abortion ban

When estrogen and progesterone reach a certain threshold level, the body decreases their production. Dharani Kalidasan/R.I. McLachlan et al. 1987 via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA

Do hormonal contraceptives increase depression risk? A neuroscientist explains how they affect your mood, for better or worse

NP talking with older woman patient

Older Women Are Different Than Older Men. Their Health Is Woefully Understudied.

Bottles of mifepristone

Supreme Court unanimously concludes that anti-abortion groups have no standing to challenge access to mifepristone – but the drug likely faces more court challenges

NP talking to patient about menopause treatments

Menopause treatments can help with hot flashes and other symptoms – but many people aren’t aware of the latest advances

noncompete contract

Health Worker for a Nonprofit? The New Ban on Noncompete Contracts May Not Help You

Continuing Education

This article explores the latest updates on traditional and modern approaches to contraceptive options, comparing efficacy, side effects, and user satisfaction.

Exploring the latest developments in hormonal and nonhormonal contraceptive options

Menopausal symptom management considerations in patients at high risk for breast cancer

Heavy periods and bleeding disorder evaluation in adolescents

Health implications and management of early estrogen loss

Primary care considerations for women with an identified pelvic mass

Primary care considerations for women with an identified pelvic mass

SBIRT, delivered in healthcare settings, is an efficacious method of helping clients reduce their alcohol use and improve health outcomes.

Women and alcohol: Screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment

Management of headache in pregnancy and during lactation

Endometriosis care: Women’s health nurse practitioners share perspectives

PCOS

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): Diagnosis and management

Assessment and management of vaginal bleeding in early pregnancy

Assessment and management of vaginal bleeding in early pregnancy

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pregnant woman with her prenatal supplements

Prenatal supplements fall woefully short in providing crucial nutrition during pregnancy – and most women don’t even know it

If there’s one thing doctors agree on, it’s that all of their pregnant patients should take prenatal supplements.…

Counseling a patient with alcohol use disorder

Alcohol use disorder can be treated with an array of medications – but few people have heard of them

Milagros Aquino (seated) with community health worker Massiel Olivo (left) and Jacqueline Carrizo, a doula who was assigned to her by the Emme Coalition. Aquino began experiencing depression symptoms about 11 weeks into her pregnancy. She says Carrizo was an important part of her recovery. (Massiel Olivo)

Federal Panel Prescribes New Mental Health Strategy to Curb Maternal Deaths

nurse practitioner working at dermatology specialty practice

The Lure of Specialty Medicine Pulls Nurse Practitioners From Primary Care

CT scan for lung cancer screening

Lung cancer is the deadliest of all cancers, and screening could save many lives − if more people could access it

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How bird flu virus fragments get into milk sold in stores, and what the spread of H5N1 in cows means for the dairy industry and milk drinkers

Gloved hands holding two pills, one labeled LSD and one with a smiley face

Single dose of LSD highly effective at treating anxiety

adolescent girls vaping cannabis

Cannabis legalization has led to a boom in potent forms of the drug that present new hazards for adolescents

A collection of fermented food

Fermented foods sustain both microbiomes and cultural heritage

Woman drinking a glass of wine

More Women Are Drinking Themselves Sick. The Biden Administration Is Concerned.

COVID-19 booster

COVID-19 vaccines: CDC says people ages 65 and up should get a shot this spring – a geriatrician explains why it’s vitally important

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SEXUAL HEALTH

Woman swabbing mouth for home test

With Sexually Transmitted Infections Off the Charts, California Pushes At-Home Tests

Construction of a vaginal simulation model for pelvic health education

Development of a Vaginal Simulation Model for Virtual Teaching of Pelvic Health

Contraception options

Texas Providers See Increased Interest in Birth Control Since Near-Total Abortion Ban

Policy-and-practice-points

What is Sexual and Reproductive Health Equity and Why Does it Matter for Nurse Practitioners?

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