Women's Health

The Pharmacy Times® Women’s Health resource center provides clinical news and articles, pertaining to women’s wellness, nutrition, fitness, weight loss, and answers to other potentially more intimate questions.

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Rate of Contraceptive Use Among Women with Kidney Failure is Low

Approximately 5% of women with kidney failure use contraceptives, which could lead to unintentional pregnancies in this high-risk group.

Investigational Injectable Cabotegravir Superior to Oral Standard of Care for Female HIV Prevention

Further, the study showed cabotegravir was 89% more effective than daily oral FTC/TDF for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP).

Investigational Injectable Cabotegravir Superior to Oral Standard of Care for HIV Prevention in Women

Further, the study showed cabotegravir was 89% more effective than daily oral FTC/TDF for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP).

Study: Vitamin D Levels During Pregnancy Linked with Child IQ, Disparities Among Black Women

According to lead study author Melissa Melough, as many as 80% of Black pregnant women in the United States may be deficient in vitamin D.

Study: Depression, Anxiety More Frequently Diagnosed in Women

The processes involving the high prevalence of diagnosis and over prescription undoubtedly play a role, but it is possible that the infra-diagnosis and lower prescription rates in men could be a factor, according to the study authors.

Study: Mothers Pass on Allergies to Offspring

The study used an animal model that was conducted according to the National Advisory Committee for Laboratory Animal Research (NACLAR) guidelines.

Industry Must Champion and Accelerate Equity

Women Help Improve Economic Growth, Financial Performance, Innovation, and Value at Pharmacy Organizations

COVID-19 Pandemic Beckons the Soft Skills of Mentorship, Leadership Roles to Manage Challenges

During the COVID-19 pandemic, pharmacists have been forced to face challenges to their practice that have required not only adaptation and flexibility, but also moments of empathy and vulnerability.

Women Pharmacist Day Shines Spotlight on Achievements of ‘Superstar’ Women Pharmacy Leaders

On Women Pharmacist Day on October 12, a panel discussion webcast consisting of leading women in pharmacy discussed the importance of recognizing the impact of women on the pharmacy landscape and the history of women in the field.

Pharmacy Times: Week of October 19 Lineup

This week on Pharmacy Times, there are a number of important topics that will be covered and posted throughout the week.

Week in Review: Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus Could Be Rare Manifestation of COVID-19, Possibly Caused by Stress

Top news of the week from Pharmacy Times.

Young Women Fair Worse After Heart Attack Compared With Men

Women found to have worse outcomes after a first heart attack than men.

The Pharmacy Times® Women’s Health resource center page serves as a host for information about the most intricate questions surrounding women’s health issues.

Women have unique health issues, and some conditions and diseases that can be had by both sexes have the potential to impact women differently. Additionally, women should be keeping tabs on pregnancy, menopause, and conditions of the female organs; pharmacists can help. This resource center provides the latest clinical information, recent updates from a robust pipeline of novel therapies, and the newest data from all phases of clinical trials and studies in the space, allowing pharmacists to have an expert level of understanding of how to meet their customers’ needs.