Monthly Archives: February 2016
New podcasts ‘talk fertility’
Are you aware of RSCNJ’s new series of “Fertility Talk” podcasts? We’ve posted these informational podcasts from our fertility experts, Dr. William Ziegler and Dr. Alan Martinez, on our website. They discuss endometriosis, ectopic pregnancy and other aspects of reproductive … Continue reading
Can a new test predict pre-eclampsia?
A new blood test may help doctors identify pregnant women who are unlikely to develop a dangerous complication called pre-eclampsia, despite having suspicious signs or symptoms. If the results are confirmed by further research, the test could go a long … Continue reading
Praise for Pentagon’s fertility preservation program
U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter recently announced that the Department of Defense would implement a two-year pilot project to provide fertility preservation benefits to members of the armed services. The program will also examine ways to broaden the current limited policy … Continue reading
New depression screening guidelines include pregnant women
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), the nation’s leading preventive medicine panel, has released new guidelines recommending that all U.S. adults should be screened for depression by their family doctor—and it specifically included pregnant and postpartum women. In addition, … Continue reading
Stay informed about Zika virus
The news about Zika virus changes almost daily, and women and families thinking about getting pregnant need to stay up to date with the latest information. To help you do that, the National Library of Medicine has created a new … Continue reading
Planning to get pregnant? Better lay off the French fries
Women who eat lots of potatoes before pregnancy appear more likely to develop gestational diabetes, a new study suggests. A woman’s risk of gestational diabetes apparently increased by 27 percent if she regularly consumed between two and four cups of … Continue reading
Enjoy Valentine’s Day treats—in moderation
If your Valentine’s Day celebration includes a lot of chocolate—and, really, who doesn’t?—go ahead. Have a bon-bon or two. Just don’t overdo it if you are pregnant. Besides the calories and sugar, chocolate also contains caffeine. Caffeine is a stimulant, … Continue reading
Dr. Martinez talks about PCOS
What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and what are your options for living (and becoming pregnant) with this condition? Dr. Alan Martinez, a reproductive endocrinologist at Reproductive Science Center of New Jersey, was interviewed about these topics, and more, by … Continue reading
Should you be concerned about the Zika virus?
If you are planning to travel, yes. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has advised pregnant women to avoid trips to Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Bolivia, Brazil, Cape Verde, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, … Continue reading
‘Like seeing old friends’
One of our patients posted this wonderful review on Reputation.com recently: “We were so nervous when we first walked in the door, but Shannon was the first face we saw and she was so friendly and calming that my husband … Continue reading
