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Emergency contraception [PDF]

Paediatrics & Child Health, 2003
Hopefully when the Food and Drug Administration reviews the application to switch emergency contraception to over-the-counter status it will find the right answers to its questions about the ability of women to safely and effectively use emergency contraception. (excerpt)
openaire   +3 more sources

Design, Control, and Clinical Applications of Magnetic Actuation Systems: Challenges and Opportunities

Advanced Intelligent Systems, Volume 7, Issue 3, March 2025.
This review aims to provide a broad understanding for interdisciplinary researchers in engineering and clinical applications. It addresses the development and control of magnetic actuation systems (MASs) in clinical surgeries and their revolutionary effects in multiple clinical applications.
Yingxin Huo, Lidong Yang, Tiantian Xu, Dong Sun   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Use of non-emergency contraceptive pills and concoctions as emergency contraception among Nigerian University students: results of a qualitative study

BMC Public Health, 2016
Background Emergency contraception (EC) can significantly reduce the rate of unintended pregnancies and unsafe abortions especially in sub-Saharan Africa.
Anthony Idowu Ajayi, Ezebunwa Ethelbert Nwokocha, Wilson Akpan, Oladele Vincent Adeniyi   +3 more
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Reducing Exposure Before Birth: An Interrupted Time Series Study of Prenatal Exposure to Fetotoxic Medications Under Risk Management Plans in Canada

Clinical Pharmacology &Therapeutics, EarlyView.
Canada's 2009 risk management plan (RMP) framework has not been evaluated for prenatal exposure impact. Conversely, widely used drugs such as nonsteroidal anti‐inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) lack RMPs. We assessed first‐trimester exposure to RMP‐regulated medications following regulatory interventions and to NSAIDs following safety publications.
Nahiyan Saiyara Khan, Odile Sheehy, Lisiane Freitas Leal, Vanina Tchuente, Anick Bérard   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Seminars in epileptology: Holistic management of epilepsy in adults with intellectual development disorders

Epileptic Disorders, EarlyView.
Abstract This seminar addresses the complexity of the management of epilepsy in adults with intellectual development disorders (IDD), advocating holistic and multidisciplinary care aligned with the learning objectives of the International League Against Epilepsy. Epilepsy is significantly more prevalent in people with IDD, presenting unique diagnostic,
Elena Fonseca, Antonella Riva, Samuel López‐Maza, Malin Zaddach, Marie‐Claire Porter, Ingo Borggraefe, Lance Watkins, Andreas Schulze‐Bonhage, Rohit Shankar, Pasquale Striano, Lina Nashef   +10 more
wiley   +1 more source

Women with epilepsy: Evidence‐based counseling across the lifespan

Epilepsia, EarlyView.
Abstract Women with epilepsy (WWE) encounter distinct and evolving challenges across the lifespan that require clinical management extending beyond seizure control alone. Although awareness of sex‐specific aspects of epilepsy has increased, important gaps remain in their integration into routine care.
Barbara Tettenborn, Georgia Ramantani, Dominique Flügel, Verena Gaus, Susanne Schubert‐Bast, Elisabeth Sellitto, Jennifer Bausch, Bettina Schmitz   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Irish traveller women and sexual assault: Patterns of engagement with sexual assault treatment units

International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective To detail the attendance of female Irish Travellers at the national Sexual Assault Treatment Unit (SATU) network. Methods Retrospective cross‐sectional study examining the attendance of female patients who identified as members of the Irish Traveller community at the national SATU network between 2017 and 2023 and comparing them with
Daniel Kane, Aoife McEvoy, Christine Pucillo, Kate O. Halloran, Laura Feely, Nicola Maher, Karen Flood, Maeve Eogan   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Implantable drug delivery system: Frontiers of medicine‐engineering interdisciplinary

Interdisciplinary Medicine, EarlyView.
This review systematically summarizes the driving mechanisms of implantable on‐demand drug delivery systems (IDDS), including endogenous, exogenous, and closed‐loop strategies. It highlights the pivotal roles of flexible electronics and miniaturization in enhancing the tissue conformity and spatial adaptability.
Yu Zeng, Rongtai Su, Manyu Zhao, Xin Song, Ran Liu, Yuhao Zhou, Chaojuan Yang, Yanli Jiao, Xiao‐Wei Xiang, Lingqian Chang   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Over-The-Counter Availability of Levonorgestrel Emergency Contraception in Pharmacies on Oahu

Pharmacy, 2020
Since the United States Food and Drug Administration’s approval of over-the-counter levonorgestrel emergency contraception, access to this time-sensitive medication has improved.
Jennifer Chin, Jennifer Salcedo, Shandhini Raidoo   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Understanding conscientious objection among pharmacists in New Zealand

Journal of Pharmacy Practice and Research, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Conscientious objection (CO) recognises healthcare practitioners' freedom of conscience but can impact equitable access to services. There is limited research in understanding CO among pharmacists. Aim To investigate CO among pharmacists in New Zealand, including support for and factors influencing CO decisions in providing various ...
L. S. Wong, Y. Wang, X. Y. Lim, J. Hikaka, S. Scahill, B. van der Werf, D. J. Exeter, M. Hudson, A. Nu'u, S. S. Ram   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source