Women’s Health & Gynaecology
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SHBG hormone levels linked to reduced asthma risk
Increased circulating levels of sex hormone regulator SHBG could be linked to a reduced risk of asthma, particularly in women, a new study has shown. Read more
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Global study highlights C-section death rates
Death rates from caesarean sections are disproportionately high in low and middle-income countries (LMIC), according to the largest study to date on risks following C-sections, published today. Read more
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Pregnant women who work nights may face miscarriage risk
Pregnant women who work at least two night shifts in a single week could be at increased risk of suffering a miscarriage the following week, Danish researchers say today. Read more
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EU breast cancer deaths expected to fall
Death rates from breast cancer this year are expected to fall by 9% in all European Union countries compared with five years ago, according to an analysis published today. Read more
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Painkillers in pregnancy not cause of asthma
Taking paracetamol or other painkillers during pregnancy does not cause asthma in the offspring – but may indicate other factors increasing the risk, according to a large-scale study out today. Read more
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Molecular patterns could ‘predict breast cancer recurrence’
Examining molecular patterns could help to ascertain how breast cancer will develop and if it could return after treatment, British researchers have reported. Read more
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Gynaecologists to tackle fertility confusion
A summit of gynaecologists is to take place to help tackle widespread concern among women about the quality of information they receive about their fertility, it has been announced. Read more
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Small cancer risk from infertility
Infertility in women is linked to a very small increased risk of cancer, new research suggests. Read more
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PARP inhibitors could boost immunotherapy
PARP inhibitors could be combined effectively with immunotherapies to destroy tumours in several kinds of cancer, according to a joint Anglo-French project. Read more
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Long working hours linked to female depression
Women who work more than 55 hours a week face increased risk of suffering from depression, researchers report today. Read more