Contraceptive Technology Update – April 1, 2017
April 1, 2017
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New Analysis Looks at Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Screen female patients for gonorrhea, chlamydia to reduce pelvic inflammatory disease incidence.
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First Steps Toward Bringing an OTC Pill to Market
Pharma company partners with nonprofit group to offer contraceptive in the United States.
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Female Condom Important Tool in Zika Prevention
Experts recommend discussing, making available this lesser-known contraceptive.
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Data: Cervical Cancer Worse for Specific U.S. Demographics
Recent findings may push healthcare providers to broaden and accelerate prevention efforts.
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Male Contraception Moving Forward
New funding will allow researchers to expand on current knowledge.
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Examining Women’s Bones During Menopause May Help Prevent Fractures
New research suggests that bones age in very different ways, setting the groundwork for new ways to identify women at risk of bone fractures far in advance.
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Are Young Males Getting Needed HPV Vaccination?
Vaccine programs have long been available, yet U.S. men don’t receive the necessary shots.
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Online Risk Calculator May Refine PrEP Use
At least for one population in Los Angeles.