Women’s Health & Gynaecology
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Thyroid levels critical in pregnancy
Boosting thyroid hormone levels among at-risk pregnant women could reduce the rate of stillbirths, early caesarean sections and low-weight babies, a conference will hear today. Read more
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Warning on rare breast symptoms
About 17% of women diagnosed with breast cancer present with symptoms other than lumps, a conference will hear today. Read more
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B12 deficiency link to diabetes risk
Pregnant women who eat a diet deficient in vitamin B12 – found largely in dairy products – may increase the risk of their children developing type 2 diabetes, a conference will be told today. Read more
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Genes show blood clot risk in breast cancer
Gene testing could highlight breast cancer patients at increased risk of venous thromboembolism, new research suggests. Read more
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Call for global women’s cancer care improvements
The care of women’s cancers in poor countries needs urgent attention, experts say today. Read more
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Pregnancy loss trauma common
Women who experience miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy should be screened for possible post-traumatic stress disorder, expert say today. Read more
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Pregnant women need tailored vitamin D supplements
Vitamin D supplements are not always effective for pregnant women, a study that was published last night has shown. Read more
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New pre-term guidance
Hospitals should ensure women in pre-term labour are treated with magnesium sulfate, according to new guidelines. Read more
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Night work breast cancer link rejected
The idea that women who work regular night shifts face increased risk of breast cancer is wrong, according to a major new British analysis. Read more
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Delayed cervical screening backed by study
Some women may be safe waiting longer than the currently-recommended five years between cervical screening, researchers say today. Read more