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Primary Care Falls Short in Managing Adolescent Heavy Menstrual Bleeding, Researchers Warn
Fewer than half of young girls who experienced heavy menstrual bleeding were given hormonal treatment and far fewer were referred to gynecology, authors reported.
Study Identifies 6 Components of a Pregnancy Exercise Program that Reduce Risk of Poor Perinatal Outcomes
While exercise is beneficial during pregnancy and ACOG recommends 150 mins/week, this is the first study to examine benefits of specific regimen elements on their own.
ACOG 2025: Poster Highlights for Primary Care
Details on 12 key abstracts with clinical relevance for primary care, from menopause management to PPD screening and HPV testing.
Normalizing Mental Health: A Vital Sign in Prenatal and Postpartum Care
The Role of Primary Care in Women's Health With Laurence Shields, MD
The two areas where primary care physicians can contribute to improving women's health, according to Laurence Shields, MD.
ACOG 2025 Refresh: Menopausal VMS Education in Primary Care
Building trust with patients early on will help them feel comfortable discussing their symptoms and treatment preferences, says JoAnn Pinkerton, MD.
TikTok Videos Found Inaccurate on Birth Control but Tweet Volume Appears Authoritative on Endometrial Cancer
More than half of TikTok videos reviewed on hormonal birth control were patient-created and misleading while the majority of posts on endometrial cancer were by clinicians.
Majority of Pregnant Patients Accepted RSV Protection in Vaccine's First Season
Two-thirds of pregnant individuals opted for either maternal vaccination against RSV or for neonatal monoclonal antibody therapy and for other vaccines recommended in pregnancy.
Low Uptake of Hereditary Cancer Screening Among Breast Cancer Survivors Highlights Missed Opportunities for Preventive Care
In a cancer survivorship clinic in urban New York, only one-quarter of long-term breast cancer survivors received genetic testing, contrary to current recommendations.
For Recurrent Bacterial Vaginosis, Simplified Once-Weekly Treatment Found More Effective than CDC-Recommended Regimen
Secnidazole granules reduced recurrence rates to 20% over a period of 28 weeks in a small prospective pilot study, outperforming cumbersome daily regimens.
Cannabis-Related ED Visits May Raise Dementia Risk: Daily Dose
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Oral Gepotidacin Rivals Standard Gonorrhea Regimen in Trial: Daily Dose
Atopic Dermatitis Treatment Caution: Long-Term Oral Corticosteroid Use Ups Cardiovascular and Thrombotic Risks
The potential cardiovascular impact of prolonged oral corticosteroid therapy in the AD population observed in this study confirms longstanding cautions.
Semaglutide Linked to Reduced Risk for MACE Months Before Weight Loss Begins: Post Hoc Analysis
Semaglutide was associated with a significant reduction in risk for major adverse cardiovascular events after just 3 months of treatment in a population with established CVD.
Bone Loss Slowed in Women on Med Diet, Exercise Plan: Daily Dose
Managing Vasomotor Symptoms of Menopause: A Topline Comparison of Treatments
Medical and nonpharmacologic treatment options for VMS range in efficacy and risk/benefit profile; a short slide show offers a topline look at how many compare.
A Half Dose of Semaglutide Yields Weight Loss Equivalent to Clinical Trial Doses in Combination with Online Support Program
Semaglutide dosing was individually tailored for adults with obesity and supported with app-based coaching on diet, physical activity, and other lifestyle factors.
FDA Clears STS101 Nasal Powder for Acute Treatment of Migraine: Daily Dose
FDA Approves First At-Home Pap Smear Alternative for Cervical Cancer Screening, from Teal Health
The Teal Wand allows women to collect a vaginal sample in the privacy of their home and, according to Teal Health, the test has 96% accuracy for cervical precancer.
Tirzepatide Demonstrates Greater Weight Loss Than Semaglutide in Head-to-Head Study
Full results from the SURMOUNT-5 trial showed tirzepatide achieved 20.2% mean weight loss vs 13.7% with semaglutide in adults with obesity or overweight.
Novel TK1 Inhibitor Demonstrates Rapid, Dose-Dependent Efficacy in Atopic Dermatitis in Ph 1 Trial
Adults receiving the highest dose achieved 2 times the reduction in EASI scores vs placebo with responses emerging as early as day 8 of treatment.
Genetic Risk Score Identifies Individuals Likely to Report Adverse Events from GLP-1 Mimetic Therapy
The ability to predict which individuals will experience adverse events from GLP-1 therapy has great promise for more personalized treatment and improved clinical trial design.
Tirzepatide Associated with Improved HF Symptoms, Renal Function in People with Obesity, CKD: Daily Dose
LEO Pharma Announces Positive Preliminary Phase 2b Findings for Temtokibart in Atopic Dermatitis
The IL-22FA1 antagonist achieved positive outcomes for the primary endpoint based on percentage change in EASI from baseline to week 16 for 3 highest doses, according to LEO.
Crinecerfont Reduces GC Dosing, Improves Androstenedione Levels Across Multiple Pediatric Subgroups
Data for GC reduction and improved A4 levels were consistent across subgroups stratified by sex, race, age, BMI, and baseline A4 levels, according to Neurocrine Biosciences.
Immunogenicity of Combined Flu/COVID-19 Vaccine Noninferior to Components in Older Adults
The investigational mRNA-1083 vaccine induced superior immune responses against all 4 flu strains in adults aged 50-64 years and against 3 in adults 65 and older.
Aprocitentan Reduces Blood Pressure in Black Adults with Resistant HTN: Daily Dose
Rising Lp(a) Levels Increase Risk of Subsequent CVD Events in Adults with ASCVD, According to Large Real-World Study
Any increase in lipoprotein(a) levels was linked to increased risk of myocardial infarction and stroke; women and Black adults are most likely to be affected.
GLP-1 Agonists May Preserve Muscle Mass During Weight Loss: Daily Dose
Weekly Dose: A Roundup of Top Stories for Primary Care Physicians
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