Obstetrics
News
USPSTF reaffirms HIV screening recommendations
Screening is recommended for all patients aged 15-65 years; for adolescents and older adults at increased risk for acquiring HIV infection; and...
News
Postpartum LARC uptake increased with separate payment
The introduction of separate hospital payment for immediate post-partum long-acting reversible contraceptives is associated with increased uptake...
Conference Coverage
Obesity doesn’t hamper flu vaccine response in pregnancy
LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA – Vaccination in first trimester resulted in lower seropositivity rate.
Conference Coverage
C-section linked to serious infection in preschoolers
LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA – Increased risk through age 5 years was higher with elective than emergency C-section.
Opinion
Antimalarials in pregnancy and lactation
Most antimalarials appear safe to use during pregnancy, but avoid primaquine. Tell patients to use personal protective measures as well.
News
Louisiana House passes 6-week abortion ban
The legislation, which does not include an exception for rape or incest cases, does allow exceptions if the woman’s life is in danger, if the...
News
FIGO outlines global standards for preeclampsia screening
New FIGO recommendations aim to frame the issues regarding preeclampsia and to suggest key actions to address the health burden it poses.
News
What closing Missouri’s last abortion clinic will mean for neighboring states
Providers in Kansas and Illinois say this influx from Missouri isn’t new. About half of their clinics already come from the Show Me State.
News
Syncope during pregnancy increases risk for poor outcomes
Syncope during pregnancy is not as benign as once thought, carrying higher risks of preterm birth, congenital anomalies, and postpartum cardiac...
News
Better screening needed to reduce pregnancy-related overdose, death
Prior history of drug use, overdose, psychiatric comorbidities, and suicide attempt may be missed red flags.