Obstetrics-gynecology

Nova Scotia women describe harrowing experiences trying to access medical care
‘For 131 days, I have been experiencing prolonged bleeding while being told that what I’m going through is somehow normal.’
Endometriosis can elude diagnosis for years. What to know about the disease and new ways to find it
The painful condition, which causes tissue similar to the lining of the uterus to grow on other parts of the body, afflicts 1 in 10 women worldwide.

HRT claims jump 228% among Canadian women aged 45 to 54: Manulife

New benefits data points to growing use of hormone therapy to manage menopause symptoms.
A new saliva test for endometriosis is in trials. What this and other new endo tests mean

It can take years for someone to be diagnosed with endometriosis. This can mean ongoing pain, repeated appointments and uncertainty, and delayed treatment.
Is it safe to continue inhaled corticosteroids during the first trimester of pregnancy?

Study examines the association between inhaled corticosteroid continuation during the first trimester of pregnancy and maternal and neonatal outcomes.
As the Clancy case highlights postpartum psychosis, a mom stricken by it shares her story of hope

About two weeks after giving birth, Bridget María Chesterton was curled up on the bathroom floor, saying things that made little sense.
Why pharmacies all over Quebec are selling period products at cost

When a pharmacy team in Shawinigan discussed which cause they wanted to support in 2026, the choice was obvious.
People with premenstrual dysphoric disorder have higher rates of suicidal thinking, planning and attempts

PMDD has long been considered a severe form of PMS but differs because it causes serious mood and emotional problems and is a chronic, lifelong condition.
Nearly 1 in 100 Canadians has inflammatory bowel disease. Too many believe it rules out having children

As a gastroenterologist specializing in IBD, I sit across from women weekly seeking updated advice on how their disease affects pregnancy.
Most breastfeeding mothers take medication, but many are making decisions without good information

In a population-based study using Manitoba prescription dispensing records, my colleagues and I found that approximately 60% of individuals took at least one prescription medication postpartum.

Nova Scotia women describe harrowing experiences trying to access medical care

Endometriosis can elude diagnosis for years. What to know about the disease and new ways to find it

HRT claims jump 228% among Canadian women aged 45 to 54: Manulife

A new saliva test for endometriosis is in trials. What this and other new endo tests mean

Is it safe to continue inhaled corticosteroids during the first trimester of pregnancy?

As the Clancy case highlights postpartum psychosis, a mom stricken by it shares her story of hope

Why pharmacies all over Quebec are selling period products at cost

People with premenstrual dysphoric disorder have higher rates of suicidal thinking, planning and attempts

Nearly 1 in 100 Canadians has inflammatory bowel disease. Too many believe it rules out having children

Most breastfeeding mothers take medication, but many are making decisions without good information