New research shows a strong link between cesarean sections and the development of chronic pelvic pain, urging a reevaluation of C-section rates.

An observational study shows that facial expression pain scales can be a reliable tool for assessing postoperative pain intensity in recovering patients.

Early glucocorticoid initiation among patients with GCA was associated with a reduced risk for relapse and lower prednisone doses during tapering.

Diagnostic laparoscopy and diagnoses of pelvic peritoneal endometriosis were more common among adolescent girls than adult women.

Mailing a stool-based test directly to people's homes is the most effective strategy for increasing colorectal cancer screening rates.

Physician attire impacts patients' perceptions of professionalism, trust, and communication, but perceptions are highly context-dependent.

A woman’s sense of mental well-being is the strongest predictor of how fearful she is about childbirth, according to a study.

A new vaccine aimed at a common cancer gene mutation could help stop aggressive pancreatic cancers from coming back.

A new meta-analysis found gabapentinoids are effective for treating neuropathic pain in patients with spinal cord injury despite a risk of side effects.

The use of products contaminated with B. cepecia may result in local infections and possibly more serious infections in immunocompromised individuals.

Many individuals who are not up to date with recommended vaccinations would accept vaccines if offered during an emergency department visit.

US health officials have informed more than half a dozen leading medical organizations that they will no longer be invited to participate in developing vaccination recommendations.