How the opioid epidemic affects women
Opioid use disorder (OUD) has become such a prominent topic in today’s society that it’s hard to go one day without hearing news about…
Women’s Health
Longer estrogen exposure improves cognitive function
Based on a new study, postmenopausal women may see improved cognitive function with endogenous estrogen exposure (EEE). (more…)
Position Statement: Human Papillomavirus Vaccination
The National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health (NPWH) supports an intentional and concerted effort to improve human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination rates—with the…
FDA approves new treatment for migraine
On October 11, 2019, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a new acute, short-term treatment for patients with migraine. (more…)
Sexually transmitted diseases: An update on retesting guidelines and reinfection prevention strategies
Approximately 20 million new sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) occur in the United States each year.1 To help healthcare providers (HCPs) treat these infections and prevent new…
CDC Reports a Rise in cases of STDs
In early October 2019, the CDC released a report showcasing a rise in the rates of syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia in the United States.…
STI cases reach record high
The United States is experiencing an alarming rise in cases of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This is what’s being reported by the Centers for…
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
October is the official month for Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness, an important time to recognize families and individuals who have suffered such a…
Male breast cancer: Putting a spotlight on a rare condition
Efforts to fight breast cancer have been ongoing for years, and for good reason: It’s the leading second cause of cancer death in women.…
How to avoid gender bias in nursing education
A simple game can teach valuable lessons. Takeaways: Many men who enter nursing face bias based on preconceived notions about who can be a…
Understanding a Father’s Perspective of Perinatal Death
A new study from northeastern Colombia focuses on a matter that is often overlooked: What do fathers go through after experiencing a perinatal death?…
Vaping injury update: 8 points of interest
By Julie Cullen, Managing Editor, American Nurse Today The New York Times has put together a useful cheat sheet of sorts to track the…
How the opioid epidemic affects women
Opioid use disorder (OUD) has become such a prominent topic in today’s society that it’s hard to go one day without hearing…
Longer estrogen exposure improves cognitive function
Based on a new study, postmenopausal women may see improved cognitive function with endogenous estrogen exposure (EEE). (more…)
Position Statement: Human Papillomavirus Vaccination
The National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health (NPWH) supports an intentional and concerted effort to improve human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination…
FDA approves new treatment for migraine
On October 11, 2019, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a new acute, short-term treatment for patients with migraine. (more…)
Sexually transmitted diseases: An update on retesting guidelines and reinfection prevention strategies
Approximately 20 million new sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) occur in the United States each year.1 To help healthcare providers (HCPs) treat these infections and…
CDC Reports a Rise in cases of STDs
In early October 2019, the CDC released a report showcasing a rise in the rates of syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia in the…
STI cases reach record high
The United States is experiencing an alarming rise in cases of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This is what’s being reported by the…
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
October is the official month for Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness, an important time to recognize families and individuals who have suffered…
Male breast cancer: Putting a spotlight on a rare condition
Efforts to fight breast cancer have been ongoing for years, and for good reason: It’s the leading second cause of cancer death…
How to avoid gender bias in nursing education
A simple game can teach valuable lessons. Takeaways: Many men who enter nursing face bias based on preconceived notions about who can…
Understanding a Father’s Perspective of Perinatal Death
A new study from northeastern Colombia focuses on a matter that is often overlooked: What do fathers go through after experiencing a…
Vaping injury update: 8 points of interest
By Julie Cullen, Managing Editor, American Nurse Today The New York Times has put together a useful cheat sheet of sorts to…