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Pazopanib plus chemo improves response but not survival in advanced ovarian cancer

08 Jun 2023

Treatment with pazopanib combined with chemotherapy leads to better overall response rate (ORR) in patients with recurrent or persistent ovarian cancer but falls short of improving survival, reveals a study. In addition, the combination therapy contributes to an increase in several adverse events (AEs).

Pazopanib plus chemo improves response but not survival in advanced ovarian cancer

08 Jun 2023

Novel vaginal film for birth control impresses in early-phase trial

06 Jun 2023

Applying a single dose of the novel vaginal film ZB-06 before intercourse is safe and appears to prevent sperm from reaching the egg, according to the results of a phase I, proof-of-concept trial.

Novel vaginal film for birth control impresses in early-phase trial

06 Jun 2023

Multimodal neuromuscular treatment eases pain in vulvodynia

03 Jun 2023

Treatment with once-weekly ultrasound-guided pelvic floor musculature trigger-point injections and peripheral nerve blocks plus once-weekly pelvic floor physical therapy for 6 weeks effectively relieves pain and improves function in patients with vulvodynia, a study has shown.

Multimodal neuromuscular treatment eases pain in vulvodynia

03 Jun 2023

Adverse pregnancy outcomes spell increased stroke risk

02 Jun 2023

Women who have had adverse pregnancy outcomes are at high risk of early-onset cerebrovascular disease, according to a study.

Adverse pregnancy outcomes spell increased stroke risk

02 Jun 2023

Fruit and vegetable intake lowers endometrial cancer risk

02 Jun 2023

Eating fruits and vegetables may help reduce the risk of endometrial cancer, suggests a recent study, noting that specific kinds of fruits and vegetables must be recommended based on their outstanding bioactive components.

Fruit and vegetable intake lowers endometrial cancer risk

02 Jun 2023

How capable are SG obstetricians in performing operative vaginal delivery?

31 May 2023 by

The overall rates of neonatal and maternal morbidity with operative vaginal delivery at Singapore General Hospital (SGH) are low, and operators demonstrate proficiency in the use of both forceps and vacuum, according to a recent study. In addition, no direct association is found between the use of instruments and neonatal and maternal complications.

How capable are SG obstetricians in performing operative vaginal delivery?

31 May 2023

HPV infection among pregnant women common, but vertical transmission infrequent

29 May 2023

Vaginal human papillomavirus (HPV) is frequently detected among pregnant women, but perinatal transmission does not appear to occur as often, according to data from the HERITAGE* study.

HPV infection among pregnant women common, but vertical transmission infrequent

29 May 2023

School-based program expands HPV vaccine uptake in SG

29 May 2023 by

A school-based immunization program in Singapore has resulted in high uptake and coverage of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, reports a study.

School-based program expands HPV vaccine uptake in SG

29 May 2023

Maternal influenza vaccination reduces ILI risk in infants

27 May 2023 by

Administration of maternal influenza vaccine during the first- or second-trimester of pregnancy reduces the risk of influenza-like illness (ILI) in the offspring, according to a study presented at ESPID 2023.

Maternal influenza vaccination reduces ILI risk in infants

27 May 2023

Can fish oil use during pregnancy improve infant outcomes?

26 May 2023

Supplementation with fish oil during pregnancy of mothers with overweight or obesity does not appear to have a significant impact on the body composition of infants, reveals a recent study.

Can fish oil use during pregnancy improve infant outcomes?

26 May 2023

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Pazopanib plus chemo improves response but not survival in advanced ovarian cancer

Pazopanib plus chemo improves response but not survival in advanced ovarian cancer

Novel vaginal film for birth control impresses in early-phase trial

Novel vaginal film for birth control impresses in early-phase trial

Multimodal neuromuscular treatment eases pain in vulvodynia

Multimodal neuromuscular treatment eases pain in vulvodynia

Adverse pregnancy outcomes spell increased stroke risk

Adverse pregnancy outcomes spell increased stroke risk

Fruit and vegetable intake lowers endometrial cancer risk

Fruit and vegetable intake lowers endometrial cancer risk

How capable are SG obstetricians in performing operative vaginal delivery?

How capable are SG obstetricians in performing operative vaginal delivery?

HPV infection among pregnant women common, but vertical transmission infrequent

HPV infection among pregnant women common, but vertical transmission infrequent

School-based program expands HPV vaccine uptake in SG

School-based program expands HPV vaccine uptake in SG

Maternal influenza vaccination reduces ILI risk in infants

Maternal influenza vaccination reduces ILI risk in infants

Can fish oil use during pregnancy improve infant outcomes?

Can fish oil use during pregnancy improve infant outcomes?