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Insurers refusing MRI for women at high risk for breast cancer
Compared with 2020, there were significantly more denials, and denials on appeal, in 2021. The addition of MRI to mammography is a standard...
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Misoprostol only for abortion: Viable option but not ‘the best’
Misoprostol is less effective on its own and has more pronounced side effects.
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Should you recommend e-cigs to help patients quit smoking?
“There is scientific research to support vaping as a cessation tool, but we wouldn’t use it as a first line of defense because we still need...
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Vaginal microbiome does not affect infant gut microbiome
Women should not be concerned about cesarean delivery having an adverse effect on their baby’s gut microbiome.
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Adherence to oral contraceptive protocols prevents pregnancy
Pregnancy rates rise when oral contraceptive users miss more than two pills or fail to follow instructions.
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AHA statement targets nuance in CVD risk assessment of women
Considering nonbiological and social factors when assessing CVD risk in women, particularly women of diverse races and ethnicities, is highlighted...
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Bad sleep cuts years off life, but exercise can save us
“Exercise fights inflammatory and metabolic dysregulations and abnormal sympathetic nervous system activity.”
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Long COVID hitting some states, minorities, women harder
The survey found that women, smokers, and those who had severe COVID-19 infections are most likely to have the disorder.
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Study: Prenatal supplements fail to meet nutrient needs
“There is no magic pill. There is no easy answer here.”
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Oophorectomies continue to dominate torsion treatment
Despite updated guidelines, the majority of cases of adnexal torsion in the United States are managed via oophorectomy.
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New Medicare rule streamlines prior authorization in Medicare Advantage plans
About 13% of prior authorization requests that are denied by Medicare Advantage plans actually met Medicare coverage rules.