NEJM study assess BMD retesting
A study in the Jan. 19 issue of The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) found that in older, postmenopausal…
Women’s Health
A woman’s worst enemy
Most women woefully underestimate their risk for heart disease. Although breast cancer gets more publicity, heart disease and stroke kill nearly 12 times as many American women. This article details gender-based differences in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention and discusses strategies to raise awareness of women’s cardiovascular risks.
A woman’s reproductive health: Clues to future heart disease?
Reproductive status, hormonal therapy, oral contraceptives, irregular menstrual cycles, and pregnancy complications may raise woman’s risk of cardiovascular disease.
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An invitation to error
What happens when you’re short staffed and there isn’t anyone to help?
Anastrozole and fulvestrant combination effective in metastatic breast cancer
The combination of anastrozole and fulvestrant was more effective than anastrozole alone or sequential anastrozole and fulvestrant for the treatment…
Avastin may lose metastatic breast cancer indication
An U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-advisory panel has voted to strip Avastin’s indication for metastatic breast cancer because the…
Baby deliveries scheduled too soon, says new Leapfrog report
The Leapfrog Group has released a new report stating that thousands of babies are electively scheduled for delivery too early,…
Benefits of exercise training in heart failure
Exercise training reduces the risk for subsequent all-cause mortality or all-cause hospitalization in women by 26%, compared with 10% in…
Birth control pill most popular form of contraception in U.S.
Results from in-person interviews of women found that during 2006-2008 the most popular form of contraception in the U.S. was…
Can soyfoods relieve postmenopausal symptoms?
The estrogen-lilke properties of isoflavones found in soyfoods
may ease menopausal symptoms and lower the risk of
osteoporosis and heart disease.
CDC survey finds sexual violence and stalking is ‘widespread public health problem’ in the U.S.
According to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) nearly 1 in 5 women (18.3%…
Cesarean section rates vary widely in United States
A study in Health Affairs found that cesarean rates vary tenfold across hospitals, from 7.1% to 69.9%. “Cesarean delivery rates…
Do you know which vaccines are recommended for special populations?
Pregnant and postpartum women, immunocompromised
children, and persons at high risk for flu-related complications have special immunization needs. Part of ANA’s Bringing
Immunity to Every Community campaign, this handout
explains how to help ensure that these vulnerable populations are protected.
Does periodontal disease contribute to preterm birth?
The authors discuss the answer to this question.
Drug approval for breast cancer
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Tykerb (lapatinib) in combination with Femara (letrozole) to treat hormone positive and…
Drugs Today – July 2008
An update of drug news, including alerts, approvals, and removals.
Drugs Today – July/August 2009
A weekly update of drug news, including alerts, approvals, and removals.
Drugs Today – October 2008
Web Exclusive! An update of drug news, including alerts, approvals, and removals.
Effects of low to moderate alcohol intake during pregnancy examined
Preschool children of mothers who consumed low to moderate quantities of alcohol during pregnancy had no difference in test performance…
Ending the cycle
Nurses nationwide work to eliminate partner violence.
FDA advises women with breast impants
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says women with breast implants may have a “very small, but increased risk” of…
FDA approves Diclegis for pregnant women who have nausea and vomiting
On April 8, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Diclegis (doxylamine succinate and pyridoxine hydrochloride) to treat pregnant…
FDA approves drug to reduce risk of preterm birth
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Makena (hydroxyprogesterone caproate) injection to reduce the risk of preterm delivery…
FDA approves first generic capecitabine to treat breast and colorectal cancers
On Sept. 16, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first generic version of Xeloda (capecitabine), used to…
FDA approves first nonhormonal treatment for hot flashes
On June 28, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Brisdelle (paroxetine) to treat moderate to severe hot flashes…
FDA approves new drug for osteoporosis
On June 1, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Prolia (denosumab), an injectable treatment for postmenopausal women with…
FDA approves new silicone breast implant
On Feb. 20, 2013, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the Natrelle 410 Highly Cohesive Anatomically Shaped Silicone-Gel…
FDA approves Osphena for postmenopausal women with dyspareunia
On Feb. 26, 2013, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Osphena (ospemifene) to treat women with moderate to…
FDA approves Perjeta for late-stage breast cancer
On June 8, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Perjeta (pertuzumab), a new anti-HER2 therapy, to treat patients…
FDA podcast addresses dangers of long-term, high dosage use of Diflucan during pregnancy
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a podcast explaining how long-term, high dosage use of Diflucan during…
FDA recommends removing Avastin’s breast cancer indication
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is recommending that the breast cancer indication for Avastin be removed from its…
FDA updates safety data for silicone gel-filled breast implants
A new report of data from studies conducted by manufacturers confirms that silicone gel-filled breast implants are “safe and effective…
FDA warning for terbutaline in preterm labor
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning that terbutaline, indicated for asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema, should not be…
FDA warns against Evital
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers not to take the emergency birth control medicine labeled as…
FDA warns of risk of surgical mesh used to repair pelvic organ prolapse
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning for surgical placement of mesh through the vagina to repair…
From our readers…Negative effects of shackling pregnant incarcerated women
The author advocates for more respectful treatment of pregnant women who are incarcerated.
Gender bias in FDA premarket approval of cardiovascular devices
A systematic review of high-risk cardiovascular devices receiving premarket approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found that…
Guiding your patients through menopause
The more you know about menopause, the more you can help patients understand and cope with symptoms.
Halting postpartum hemorrhage
When excessive blood loss during delivery threatens a mother’s life, quick assessment, effective interventions, and expert aid from the rapid response team maneuver her postpartum course back onto a normal track.
Health Network Strives for Excellence in Women’s Health Care
In 1996, a group of physicians, nurses, and healthcare consumers were sitting around a kitchen table in Allentown, Pennsylvania, discussing what keeps women from getting needed health care.
Helping homeless pregnant women: A lesson in hope
For some pregnant women, being home for the holidays means staying at a homeless shelter.
In some situations, axillary node removal doesn’t improve breast cancer survival
A study presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology June meeting found that removing additional axillary lymph nodes to…
Increased risk of congenital anomalies in offspring of nurses working in certain areas
A study of 22,611 nurses found an increased risk of congenital anomalies in the “singleton offspring” of nurses employed in…
Interstitial cystitis – chronic, common, and sometimes complicated to treat
Although painful and disruptive, interstitial cystitis often can be managed with drugs, bladder instillation and other procedures, and dietary changes. Most patients also need psychosocial support or professional counseling to deal with related stress, anxiety, depression, and frustration.
Intraperitoneal chemotherapy: Improving the odds for ovarian cancer patients
Patients with ovarian cancer may receive intraperitoneal (IP) chemotherapy, which delivers chemotherapeutic agents directly into the peritoneal cavity. Drugs given by this route include paclitaxel, carboplatin, and cisplatin.
Introducing the quantum patient
The quantum patient is an indivisible human being whose health
problems might not be healed through traditional specialization.
Johnson & Johnson plans to stop selling pelvic surgical mesh implants
On June 5, multiple media outlets reported that Johnson & Johnson plans to phase out sales of surgical mesh used…
Letters to the Editor – April 2007
Provocative cover art? Although I’m impressed with the overall quality of your publication, the cover of your February issue (“Heart…
March of Dimes releases new nursing education modules
The March of Dimes has released three new nursing education modules: Diabetes in Pregnancy, 4th Edition; Genetic Issues for Perinatal…
Migraine increases risk of depression in women
A study of women enrolled in the Women’s Health Study has found that women with migraines or a history of…
Mind/body intervention boosts IVF patient pregnancy rates
Women who underwent a mind/body intervention had a high pregnancy rate after in vitro fertilization (IVF) according to a study…
Mindfulness program benefits early-stage breast cancer survivors
A mindfulness-based stress reduction program significantly improved physiological and psychological outcomes among early-stage breast cancer survivors according to a study…
New intravaginal ring
Researchers have developed a new intravaginal ring for the sustained 90-day co-delivery of tenofovir and levonorgestrel, an anti-human immunodeficiency virus…
New program addresses women’s needs when developing medical devices
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health, part of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), has launched a new…
Nitroglycerin ointment slightly increases bone mineral density in postmenopausal women
Nitroglycerin ointment applied at bedtime for 2 years slightly increased bone mineral density in postmenopausal women states a study in…
Number of early elective deliveries fall slightly, but more work needed
A survey from the Leapfrog Group released on Jan. 25 found that 39% of hospitals had an elective newborn delivery…
Persistent fatigue after breast cancer may speed aging
Researchers have found that persistent fatigue in breast cancer survivors may be caused by disruption in the autonomic system, and…
Polycystic ovary syndrome: A threat to appearance, menstruation, and fertility
Affecting 1 in 10 U.S. females, this distressing condition can be treated, though not cured. Your compassionate care and on-point teaching can make a big difference to patients.
Postpartum depression: Don’t let patients suffer in silence
This might come as a surprise, but postpartum depression (PPD) is the number-one complication of childbearing. Experts estimate it strikes…
Preeclampsia: The little-known truth
The risks associated with preeclampsia don’t end when the newborn is delivered.
Pregestational diabetes associated with congenital anomalies
Pregestational diabetes is associated with congenital anomalies, but obesity alone is not, according to a study in the Obstetrics and…
Pregnant women and drug trials
Read a thoughtful essay from Melinda Wenner Moyer on clinical trials in women who are pregnant: http://blogs.plos.org/bodypolitic/2011/01/06/why-pregnant-women-deserve-drug-trials/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+plos%2Fblogs%2Fmain+%28Blogs+-+Main%29.
Psychological effects of prenatal loss persists
A study published in the British Journal of Psychiatry reports that depression and anxiety following a miscarriage or stillbirth persists…
Putting evidence into practice: Hot flashes
The latest in a series of articles on managing cancer-related symptoms from the Oncology Nursing Society.
Q&A with the Executive Director of AWHONN
In May, we celebrate Nurses’ Week, Women’s Health Week, and Mother’s Day. In the spirit of these celebrations, we asked…
Raise your heart disease awareness: your life may depend on it
During American Heart Month, let’s heed our own health promotion advice.
Reducing barriers to glucose control in patients with gestational diabetes
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 9.2% of pregnant women develop gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) as…
Risks pf BSGI and PEM studies
According to a study in Radiology, a single breast-specific gamma imaging (BSGI) or positron emission mammography (PEM) test is “associated…
Risky dating behavior among women aged 50+: A growing public health concern
When was the last time you spoke with your patients—older female patients, in particular—about their sexuality and sexual health? If…
Saved by…um…Facebook?
Author Leah Curtin analyzes a case where a juror’s entry on Facebook affected the outcome.
Sex after breast cancer: Helping your patient cope
Sexual dysfunction plagues many breast cancer patients. Learn why this happens and how to intervene appropriately.
Sexual Activity and Contraceptive Use Among Teenagers USA 2011-2015
Objective – This report presents national estimates of sexual activity and contraceptive use among males and females aged 15–19 in…
Sexuality assessment and intervention tool
Web exclusive!
Spotlight on three nurse researchers: ANF grants help build expertise to benefit patients and nurses
Nurse researchers play a vital role in health care throughout this country. Their work can make a huge difference in…
Stopping a seizure in a pregnant patient
The rapid response team works quickly to try to prevent fetal injury.
Stopping the silent progression of osteoporosis
An update on risk factors, prevention, and treatment.
Stroke in pregnancy on the rise
A study published by Stroke found that the number of strokes in pregnant women has risen, especially for those in…
Study finds gender disparity in myocardial perfusion imaging
A study published online by the Journal of Nuclear Cardiology found that women are more likely than men to have…
Study finds no link between smoking during pregnancy and autism
Maternal smoking during pregnancy is not associated with increased risk of autism spectrum disorders, according to a study in the…
Study: Delaying childbirth may reduce risk of aggressive form of breast cancer
Younger women who wait at least 15 years after their first menstrual period to give birth to their first child…
Study: Even minor increases in physical activity benefits bone health in premenopausal women
A study to be published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism found that physical activity, even minor increases,…
Study: General anesthesia, gender affects ambulatory surgery anxiety
A study in Journal of Advanced Nursing found that anxiety associated with elective, ambulatory surgery was higher in women and…
Study: Gestational diabetes may increase risk for atherosclerosis later in midlife
Pregnant women who develop gestational diabetes may be at risk for early atherosclerosis during midlife before the onset of diabetes…
Study: HPV increases risk of esophageal cancer
A meta-analysis published by PLOSOne found that human papillomavirus (HPV) triples the risk for esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. Read more
Study: More focus on maternal mental health needed
Maternal depression is more common at 4 years following childbirth than at any other time in the first 12 months…
Study: NP-staffed clinic improves care, lowers cost for women with benign breast conditions
The Virginia Mason Breast Clinic, staffed by nurse practitioners (NPs), has substantially improved care timeliness for women with symptomatic benign…
Study: Poor sleep in pregnancy may contribute to birth-related complications
Poor sleep quality and quantity during pregnancy can disrupt normal immune processes and may lead to lower birth weights and…
Study: Postmenopausal women benefit from smoking cessation even if they have diabetes
The study “Smoking Cessation, Weight Change and Coronary Heart Disease Among Postmenopausal Women With and Without Diabetes,” published the Journal…
Study: Premature menopause may affect later-life cognition
Premature menopause is associated with long-term negative effects on cognitive function, suggests a study in BJOG: An International Journal of…
Study: Showering helps ease discomfort of women in labor
A study in Clinical Nursing Research reports that a 30-minute “therapeutic shower” taken when a woman is in active labor,…
Study: Tamoxifen reduces future risk of breast cancer in women with genetic predisposition who have had a tumor
A study, published by the Journal of Clinical Oncology, of about 2,500 women has found that those who have inherited…
Study: U.S. women don’t know most stroke warning signs
According to a study in Stroke, many U.S. women don’t know most of the warning signs of stroke. Of the…
Study: Women who are abused as children more likely to have autistic child
A study in JAMA Psychiatry found women who were abused as children had an increased risk to have a child…
Take Note – April 2007
A monthly round-up of clinical, practice, and career news, updates, and alerts.
Take Note – April 2008
Pam Cipriano to receive ANA’s Distinguished Member Award American Nurse Today Editor-in-Chief Pamela Cipriano, PhD, RN, FAAN, will receive the…
Take Note – April 2009
A monthly round-up of clinical and practice news and alerts.
Take Note – August 2007
Good news for younger women taking estrogen Estrogen therapy may have cardioprotective effects for women who start taking it in…
Take Note – February 2007
Low-carb diets don’t affect cardiac risk Although diets low in carbohydrates and high in fats and proteins have been popular…
Take Note – July 2007
On-line video-based course on emergency preparedness The need for better coordination between governmental agencies and hospitals became apparent after 9/11…
Take Note – July 2008
Measles outbreak Between January 1 and April 25, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention received reports of 64 measles…
Take Note – June 2007
A monthly round up of clinical, practice, and career news, updates, and alerts.
Take Note – November 2006
American Diabetes Association releases food guidelines for specific medical categories “When you’re talking about diabetes, there is no ‘one size…
Take Note – October 2006
CDC recommends annual flu shots for children ages 2 to 4 For the first time, the Centers for Disease Control…
Take Note – September 2008
Johnson & Johnson’s Campaign for Nursing’s Future In 2002, Johnson & Johnson launched the Campaign for Nursing’s Future to enhance…
Taking a second look at stroke in women
You can help save lives by learning how stroke symptoms and risk factors differ in women and men.
Test helps identify preeclampsia women at risk for imminent delivery
A study has shown that soluble fms-like tyrosine kinase (sFlt-1)/placental growth factor (PlGF) ratio, already used for assessing preeclampsia, helps…
The nurse’s role in preventing cervical cancer: A cultural framework
A culturally appropriate framework can help nurses promote acceptance of the human papillomavirus vaccine.
Toxic beauty: The ugly truth about cosmetics
Some personal-care products contain carcinogens, reproductive
toxins, and hormone disruptors.
USPSTF recommends against hormone replacement therapy in postmenopausal women to prevent chronic conditions
In a draft recommendation statement, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends against the use of combined estrogen and…
Vaginal progesterone in women with short cervix may decrease preterm delivery
According to a meta-analysis published by the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, using vaginal progesterone in “asymptomatic women with…
Vitamin C and E don’t prevent complications of pregnancy-associated hypertension
According to a report in the New England Journal of Medicine, vitamin C and E supplements failed to decrease the…
von Willebrand disease 101
Learn the basics about the most common inherited bleeding disorder.
Weapon use predicts subsequent abuse incidents
Women are up to 83% more likely to experience repeat abuse by their male partners if a weapon is used…
Weight loss by overweight and obese women increases vitamin D
Overweight and obese women who lost weight experienced increased levels of Vitamin D according to a study in American Journal…
What every nurse needs to know about breast cancer
Breast cancer strikes 1 in 8 American women. This article discusses recent diagnostic and treatment advances (including some you may not know about) that may brighten the outlook for the nearly 180,000 American women diagnosed with the disease each year.
What every nurse should know about hemophilia
Learn about the causes of this disorder, current treatments, and important nursing considerations.
Women have better outcomes than men after major GI surgery
Women who undergo major gastrointestinal (GI) surgery are less likely to die in the hospital than men according to a…
Women of child-bearing age more likely to survive cardiac arrest compared to men
Women of child-bearing age more likely to survive cardiac arrest compared to men According to a study in the May…
Women report more negative emotional impact from diabetes than men
A survey from Rite Aid and WebMD found that compared to men, women report that diabetes had a greater negative…
