An update on progestins and venous thromboembolism risk: What clinicians need to know *
A mandated FDA warning about the risk for venous thromboembolism (VTE) is included in package inserts for all hormonal contraceptives.…
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CDC recommendations for providing quality STD clinical services
Many STD infections are asymptomatic, so access to screening is essential.
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By Diane Schadewald, DNP, WHNP-BC, FNP-BC and Joyce Cappiello, PhD, FNP-BC A mandated FDA warning about the risk for venous…
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Improving medication adherence among patients with hypertension A tip sheet for healthcare providers Medication adherence is critical to successful hypertension…
Drugs in pregnancy, lactation, and reproductive health: Standards for prescribers
In June 2015, the FDA updated its recommendations for the labeling of drugs with respect to their use by pregnant…
Exploring the feasibility of HPV self-collected sampling
According to the American Cancer Society, about 13,170 new cases of invasive cervical cancer are expected to be diagnosed in…
H.E.R. Hub is now live!
It is my pleasure to announce the launch of the National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health (NPWH) new…
Highlights of Updated Recommendations in the 2021 CDC Sexually Transmitted Infections Treatment Guidelines
The 2021 guidelines include updated recommendations for treatment of Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Trichomonas vaginalis, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) and Mycoplasma genitalium, and alternative treatment options for bacterial vaginosis (BV).
Improving medication adherence among patients with hypertension: A tip sheet for healthcare providers
Medication adherence is critical to successful hypertension control for many patients. However, only 51% of Americans treated for hypertension follow…
Lung cancer screening: Low-dose computed tomography
By Beth Kelsey, EdD, APRN, WHNP-BC In the United States this year, more than 200,000 individuals will be diagnosed with…
Lung cancer screening: Low-dose computed tomography
In the United States this year, more than 200,000 individuals will be diagnosed with lung cancer and close to 160,000…
Pessary Use in Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Pessaries are a safe and potentially long-term intervention for women with symptomatic pelvic organ prolapse.
Progestins in Combination Oral Contraceptives
Many factors come into play when making a COC selection. Among them are the patient’s clinical picture, preferences which may include noncontraceptive benefits, past experiences with hormonal contraception, availability, and cost.
Recommendations for intimate partner violence screening and interventions
In October 2018, the United States Preventive Services Task Force issued updated recommendations regarding screening for intimate partner violence in…
Recommendations for Well-Woman Care – A Well-Woman Chart
Preventive care visits provide an excellent opportunity for well-woman care, including screening, evaluation of health risks and needs, counseling, and…
Sexually transmitted diseases: An update on retesting guidelines and reinfection prevention strategies
Approximately 20 million new sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) occur in the United States each year.1 To help healthcare providers (HCPs) treat these infections…
The iGeneration: New consumers of healthcare
The iGeneration (iGen) comprises individuals who are adolescents and young adults right now. This generation is the first to have…
The role of HPV testing: Co-test or primary screen?
By Beth Kelsey, EdD, APRN, WHNP-BC Human papillomavirus (HPV), the most common sexually transmitted virus, is the etiologic agent responsible…
Vital Vaccines For Older Women
Lack of vaccine recommendations by healthcare providers has been linked to low vaccine utilization by patients.
Welcome to the Clinician Café—A unique learning model
The National Clinical Training Center for Family Planning (NCTCFP) had to reassess strategies for delivering distance education during the pandemic…
What NPs need to know about CenteringPregnancy group prenatal care*
By Kathryn Trotter, DNP, CNM, FNP, FAANP What is CenteringPregnancy®? It is an evidence-based model of group prenatal care (GPC).…
What NPs need to know about preventing fetal alcohol spectrum disorders — FASD
Alcohol: A teratogen Unlike all other substances of abuse, alcohol is a teratogen. Teratogens can alter both the structure and…