Journal of women's health
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Journal of women's health · Nov 2013
Abnormal uterine bleeding, health status, and usual source of medical care: analyses using the Medical Expenditures Panel Survey.
Traditionally, research on abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) focused on measured menstrual blood loss. However, the main burden of this symptom from the patient perspective is its impact on quality of life. Better describing the demographic characteristics, quality of life, and utilization of medical care of women with AUB could assist with health resource planning for this population. ⋯ AUB is associated with diminished physical and mental health status and having a usual source of medical care.
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Journal of women's health · Nov 2013
Association of physical activity and sedentary behavior with biological markers among U.S. pregnant women.
To examine the association between objectively measured light-intensity and moderate-to-vigorous-intensity physical activity (MVPA), sedentary behaviors, and biological markers in a national sample of U.S. pregnant women, as few studies have examined these relationships among this population. ⋯ Physical activity and sedentary behavior were favorably associated with various biomarkers among pregnant women, suggesting that healthcare providers should encourage pregnant women to participate in safe forms of physical activity behaviors while also reducing their amount of time spent in sedentary behaviors.
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Journal of women's health · Nov 2013
Association between intimate partner violence and preventive screening among women.
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is defined as physical, sexual, or psychological harm that can be perpetrated by a former/current spouse. IPV has been linked to adverse health outcomes and risky behaviors, and victims of IPV tend to need more healthcare overall than nonvictims of IPV. The purpose of this study was to determine the association between IPV and preventive screening among women. ⋯ The strongest association between IPV and preventive screening was seen for HIV testing, which likely reflects the women's perceived risk for HIV infection. That these women are in contact with the healthcare system provides support for recommendations for widespread adoption of IPV screening and counseling.
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Journal of women's health · Nov 2013
The impact of menopausal symptoms on quality of life, productivity, and economic outcomes.
The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of menopausal symptoms and menopausal symptom severity on health-related quality of life (HRQoL), work impairment, healthcare utilization, and costs. ⋯ Menopausal symptoms can be a significant humanistic and economic burden on women in middle age.