A recent study reveals that 80% of women with STIs may have bacterial vaginosis, highlighting the potential benefits of simultaneous STI and vaginitis testing in clinical practice.
Researchers found that universal hepatitis C screening guidelines increased testing rates in pregnant women, but overall uptake remained low, particularly among nonpregnant women.
A recent study in the Swedish population found no increased risk of major congenital malformations associated with tetracycline use during the first trimester of pregnancy. Further research may help clarify potential risks for specific malformation subgroups.
FDA approves gepotidacin, a first-in-class oral antibiotic, for treating uncomplicated urinary tract infections in females aged 12 and older, based on phase III trial results.