The risk of pelvic floor disorders among first-time mothers is strongly linked to how the baby is delivered, a new study shows. Pelvic floor disorders are believed to result from weakening or injury of the muscles, ligaments and connective tissue in the lowest part of the pelvis. The study was funded by National Institute of… Continue reading Pelvic-Floor Disorders Linked to Mode of Delivery Among First-Time Mothers
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News Alert: HPV Vaccine Approved for People 27 to 45
The anti-cancer HPV vaccine Gardasil 9, previously approved only for people aged 9 through 26, has now been given the go-ahead by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for women and men aged 27 through 45. FDA officials said that the expanded application of the vaccine would prevent thousands of cases of cancer caused by… Continue reading News Alert: HPV Vaccine Approved for People 27 to 45
FDA Approves New Hormonal Contraceptive
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Annovera (segesterone acetate and ethinyl estradiol vaginal system), a combined hormonal contraceptive for women of reproductive age. It will be used to prevent pregnancy and is the first vaginal ring contraceptive that can be used for an entire year. Annovera is a reusable donut-shaped (ring), non-biodegradable, flexible… Continue reading FDA Approves New Hormonal Contraceptive
More Treatment Needed for Post-Menopausal Women Suffering Painful Intercourse
Although vaginal atrophy is a common condition for post-menopausal women, treatments for the ailment are still underused, according to a new survey. Vulvar and vaginal atrophy (VVA), the thinning of the vaginal walls caused by decreased estrogen, cause painful intercourse. A new survey shows that , despite educational efforts, women’s willingness to discuss this problem… Continue reading More Treatment Needed for Post-Menopausal Women Suffering Painful Intercourse