Contemporary OB/GYN

11/28/2025

A global review found that despite affecting ~190 million people, formal policy frameworks remain scarce. Australia and France offer adaptable national action plans that could guide broader policy development.

Read more: https://www.contemporaryobgyn.net/view/major-gaps-found-in-endometriosis-policies-worldwide

11/28/2025

From in menopause to racial gaps in , check out all the stories from Contemporary OB/GYN you might have missed between November 24 & November 28, 2025.

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11/27/2025

Foodborne illness remains a key concern during pregnancy, especially around Thanksgiving. Undercooked poultry, unpasteurized products, deli meats, and improperly stored leftovers pose higher risks for pathogens.

Read more: https://www.contemporaryobgyn.net/view/holiday-foodborne-illnesses-and-pregnancy-what-ob-gyns-should-remind-patients

11/27/2025

A new review found similar efficacy between indocyanine green and Tc-99m with blue dye for detecting sentinel lymph nodes in vulvar cancer, supporting ICG as a potential standalone tracer.

Read more: https://www.contemporaryobgyn.net/view/indocyanine-green-shows-accuracy-for-detecting-vulvar-cancer

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we’re thankful for the physicians, nurses, and researchers advancing women’s health every day. 🦃🌼
Wishing you rest, joy, and meaningful moments this holiday season.

11/26/2025

A study found perinatal risks for planned community birth varied greatly between completed community deliveries and those requiring hospital transfer, underscoring the need for risk-appropriate counseling.

Read more: https://www.contemporaryobgyn.net/view/planned-community-birth-associated-with-varied-perinatal-outcomes-depending-on-transfer-status

11/26/2025

Pregnant and postpartum individuals face higher homicide risk than their nonpregnant peers. State firearm ownership and structural inequities all contribute to varying maternal homicide rates.

Full video: https://www.contemporaryobgyn.net/view/ayesha-dholakia-md-discusses-firearms-as-leading-cause-of-us-maternal-death

11/26/2025

A new study led by Marie Boller, MD, shows that despite overall declines in US cesarean rates from 2012–2021, have widened. Black birthing people continue to experience higher and increasing rates.

Full video: https://www.contemporaryobgyn.net/view/marie-boller-md-highlights-racial-gaps-in-cesarean-birth

11/25/2025

A study reports that nonobese non-Hispanic Black women have significantly higher odds of and pre-metabolic syndrome, independent of . Findings highlight important racial differences in cardiovascular risk.

Read more: https://www.contemporaryobgyn.net/view/pcos-race-and-obesity-drive-hypertension-and-metabolic-risk

11/25/2025

Carleara Weiss, MD, PhD, MSH, RN, highlights common sleep challenges in , including insomnia symptoms linked to hormonal changes. Greater awareness and tailored resources are needed.

Full video: https://www.contemporaryobgyn.net/view/sleep-challenges-in-menopause-highlight-gaps-in-education-and-care

11/25/2025

A new study published in Menopause shows that s*x toy use is common among women 60+ and is strongly associated with higher or**sm frequency, especially during ma********on. Researchers say these findings highlight the importance of discussing s*xual health, pleasure, and ma********on as part of routine care for older women.

“Health care professionals can destigmatize the topic and provide valuable instruction on how to achieve an or**sm,” notes Monica Christmas, MD, of The Menopause Society.

This research helps normalize conversations around s*xual wellness at every age.

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11/24/2025

A trial found self-administered led to significantly greater reductions than sham white-noise sessions. Both groups improved, but hypnosis showed larger declines in frequency, severity, and interference.

Read more: https://www.contemporaryobgyn.net/view/self-administered-hypnosis-linked-to-reduced-hot-flashes