Obstetrics & Gyn

Millions of Women Overdue for Cancer Screening Tests

A significant proportion of women are overdue for at least one routine cancer screening, highlighting a critical public health challenge.

Home Cervical Cancer Screening: Who Participates?

Understanding the demographic factors influencing participation in home-based cervical cancer screening is critical for optimising public health initiatives.

PGP: Factors for Return to Meaningful Activities Postpartum

New research identifies factors associated with long-term functional outcomes for women experiencing pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain (PGP).

Vaccination Aids Cervical Cancer Elimination in Multiple Countries

Cervical cancer elimination is advancing in several countries due to vaccination efforts, necessitating continued surveillance.

Breastfeeding in High-Demand Specialties: A Feasibility Review

Female doctors in high-demand specialties face significant challenges in maintaining breastfeeding, impacting both maternal and infant health outcomes.

Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners: Essential Role in Forensic Care

Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs) provide critical, specialised care for survivors of sexual assault, integrating medical treatment with forensic evidence collection.

Metronidazole Reduces Hysterectomy SSIs in Hospital Audit

A hospital audit revealed a significant reduction in surgical site infections (SSIs) following hysterectomy after implementing metronidazole prophylaxis.

ACOG Simplifies Maternal Immunisation Schedule for GPs

ACOG has streamlined its maternal immunisation schedule, consolidating recommendations to improve adherence and reduce vaccine-preventable diseases in mothers and neonates.

Doppler Measures Identify Brain Injury Risk in Fetal Growth Restriction

Doppler ultrasound assessment of fetal circulation identifies fetuses with growth restriction at increased risk of brain injury.