Study finds reduced CIN3+ risk from early HPV vaccination
April 17th 2024A recent study found that human papillomavirus vaccination when aged under 20 years, coupled with active surveillance for cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 2, significantly lowers the risk of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 3 or cervical cancer.
Study finds buprenorphine reduces congenital malformation risk in infants
January 24th 2024A recent study revealed that infants exposed to buprenorphine during the first trimester exhibit a significantly decreased risk of developing congenital malformations associated with opioid exposure compared to infants exposed to methadone.
Research exposes inequalities in breastfeeding assistance for individuals with disabilities
January 18th 2024A recent study using the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System highlighted lower rates of breastfeeding initiation and duration among women with disabilities, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions to improve breastfeeding outcomes.
Maternal folic acid linked to reduced Kawasaki disease risk in infants
January 9th 2024A study revealed that higher maternal folic acid levels and frequent supplementation during pregnancy can significantly lower the risk of Kawasaki disease in infants, highlighting the potential protective role of folic acid.
Inequities in breastfeeding rates among racial and ethnic communities in the United States
January 4th 2024A recent study by the CDC indicates differing rates of breastfeeding initiation among various racial and ethnic groups, underscoring the significance of meticulous data disaggregation for precise insights into public health.
Hematocrit levels in newborns: EPP vs DCC study reveals surprising findings
November 15th 2023A recent study in JAMA Network Open investigates the impact of extrauterine placental perfusion versus delayed cord clamping on hematocrit levels in newborns, shedding light on potential alternatives for optimizing infant outcomes during birth.
Identifying benign lesions in female patients by new algorithm
October 6th 2023In this Q+A interview originally conducted by our sister publication, Contemporary OB/GYN, Peter Minneci, MD, MHSc, discusses a study evaluating a new algorithm capable of accurately identifying benign lesions in female patients.