Journal of women's health
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Journal of women's health · Mar 2014
Change in body mass index, weight, and hot flashes: a longitudinal analysis from the midlife women's health study.
The goals of this study were to examine the associations between body mass index (BMI), as well as BMI change and weight change, with midlife hot flashes. ⋯ BMI, BMI change, and weight change during midlife were not related to hot flashes in this study. The data suggest that other factors, such as smoking habits, are more important in determining hot flashes risk during midlife.
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Journal of women's health · Mar 2014
Sex differences in the treatment and outcome of patients with acute coronary syndrome after percutaneous coronary intervention: a population-based study.
This study was performed to assess the influence of sex on drug therapy and long-term outcomes in acute coronary syndrome (ACS) patients who underwent percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). ⋯ Female patients with ACS who underwent PCI were less likely to receive aspirin and clopidogrel but were more likely to receive beta-blockers and statins than male patients. Male sex was associated with a higher risk of rehospitalization for revascularization than female sex.
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Journal of women's health · Mar 2014
Randomized Controlled TrialOverview of the CDC Cervical Cancer (Cx3) Study: an educational intervention of HPV testing for cervical cancer screening.
The recommended screening interval when using the Papanicolaou (Pap) and human papillomavirus (HPV) test (co-testing) is 5 years. However because providers are reluctant to extend the screening interval, we launched a study to identify barriers to appropriate use of the co-test and to implement an educational intervention to promote evidence-based screening practices. This article provides an overview of the study including the multi-component intervention and participant demographics. ⋯ Materials from this study can be adapted to educate providers and patients on appropriate use of the co-test and encourage extended screening intervals as a safe and effective practice.
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Journal of women's health · Mar 2014
Comparative StudySexual behaviors and sexually transmitted infections in a nationally representative sample of women veterans and nonveterans.
Women veterans are a growing population with unique characteristics and documented health disparities. Few studies have examined their sexual behaviors and rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and none have compared women veterans to nonveterans to identify potential sexual health disparities. ⋯ Women veterans reported higher rates of sexual activity and STIs than nonveterans. Future research is needed to assess high-risk behaviors and determine what factors may underlie these associations. Providers should ensure thorough screening and intervention services are provided for this growing population.
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Journal of women's health · Mar 2014
Multicenter StudyEfficacy and safety of a combined oral contraceptive containing estradiol valerate/dienogest: results from a clinical study conducted in North America.
This study investigated the efficacy and safety of a combined oral contraceptive (COC) containing estradiol valerate/dienogest (E2V/DNG). ⋯ A COC with E2V and DNG was shown to provide effective contraception in women aged 18-35 years in North America.