Hormonal IUDs Linked to Increased Breast Cancer Risk
During follow-up of almost 7 years, hormone-releasing IUD use conferred a 40% higher risk of breast cancer. The data showed a trend toward increasing risk with duration of IUD use, reaching 80% among women who reported using the devices for 10-15 years.
Contraceptive coil may be linked to increased risk of breast cancer, study shows
The study found an 'unexpected' association between the use of an intrauterine system, also known as an hormonal coil, and an increased risk of the cancer in women aged 15 to 49
Some IUDs May Raise The Odds for Breast Cancer, But Overall Risk Remains Low
Intrauterine devices (IUDs) may raise the chances of a breast cancer diagnosis for women who use the hormonal birth control method, but that
Some IUDs linked to higher rates of breast cancer, but overall risk remains low
A new study adds to a growing set of evidence that women who use hormonal birth control have higher rates of breast cancer, but experts have stressed that the overall risk remains low.
Hormonal IUDs increase risk of breast cancer nearly the same as hormonal pills, study finds
Women who use a hormone-releasing intrauterine device, or IUD, face around the same risk of breast cancer as women who take hormonal birth control pills, according to a new study. The study, published Wednesday in JAMA Network,
New study looks at use of IUDs and breast cancer risk
The research found that use of intrauterine devices may lead to an increased risk of developing breast cancer.
Certain IUDs Linked to Higher Breast Cancer Risk, Yet Overall Risk Remains Minimal
Recent research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association reveals that women using hormonal intrauterine devices (IUDs) may face a 40% higher chance of being diagnosed with breast cancer.
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More mobile clinics are bringing long-acting birth control to rural areas
Rural mobile programs aren’t as efficient or profitable as brick-and-mortar clinics. That’s because staff members may have to ...
Intrauterine Devices Market Predicted To Grow At 3.5% CAGR, Reaching $8.67 Billion By 2032
Intrauterine Devices Market Growing consciousness of long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARC) is driving the <a target=_blank href ...
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Hologic to acquire Gynesonics in $350M deal
Hologic this week announced it signed a definitive agreement to acquire Gynesonics for approximately $350 million.
3 Things You May Not Know About Birth Control After Pregnancy
In the haze of postpartum and caring for a newborn, remembering to stay on top of your birth control can be overwhelming. An ...
Hologic Adds Gynesonics' Sonata System In $350M Acquisition To Boost Fibroid Treatments
Hologic Inc. is acquiring Gynesonics for $350 million, adding the Sonata System to its fibroid treatment lineup. The ...
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Hologic to purchase California women’s health device manufacturer for $350M
Medical device manufacturer Hologic is broadening its focus on women’s health as the Marlborough-based firm has signed a ...
Hologic to Acquire Gynesonics, Developer of Minimally Invasive Solutions for Women’s Health
Gynesonics pioneered and launched the Sonata System, the first FDA-cleared medical device for diagnostic intrauterine imaging ...
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Democrats call on Pa. Senate leaders to pass bill to expand and protect contraception access
Mayes (D-Allegheny), and Gina H. Curry (D-Delaware) pose in front of a 20-foot-tall inflatable intrauterine device named "Freeda Womb" by Americans for Contraception. The display was part of an ...
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Northbound I-71 reopened after suspicious 'device' reported on road in Columbus
All northbound lanes of Interstate 71 reopened Wednesday morning after a suspicious "device" on the road was determined to not be a threat. A Columbus police dispatcher said at about 9:30 police ...