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After a sexual assault: A guide for the ob/gyn

One of every 3 women experiences sexual violence in her lifetime. Ob/gyns must be aware of the definition, prevalence, implications, and underreporting of sexual assault. It is our responsibility to screen for assault and to provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment for disclosure. Here’s how to help. » More

Outlook for healthcare under a President Trump

The magnitude and pace of Mr Trump's changes to healthcare may be smaller and slower than supporters demand or opponents fear. » More

Can pessaries prevent preterm birth?

Preterm birth (PTB) remains the major cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality. For the vast majority of spontaneous PTBs, the final pathway is opening of the cervix. Pessaries have been proposed since the 1950s as a possible intervention to keep the cervix closed. But are pessaries safe and do they work for prevention of spontaneous PTB? » More