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April 12, 2016April 12, 2016

Harvard-mentored Researchers Developing At-Home Product to Detect Endrometriosis and ‘Silent Infections’ in Women

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Two Harvard-trained research-scientist entrepreneurs, who formed a close alliance while battling disease epidemics in West Africa, have launched a startup to develop a diagnostic technology designed to help women monitor their ... Read more

April 8, 2016April 8, 2016

Case Studies of Intestinal Endometriosis Detailed by Researchers in Spain

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In a letter to the editor of the Spanish Journal of Gastroenterology, a research group at the Hospital General Universitario Reina Sofía in Murcia, Spain, described a series of cases of intestinal endometriosis, a condition that ... Read more

April 6, 2016May 18, 2016

Lumenis Helps Raise Endometriosis Awareness, Takes Part in Annual EndoMarch

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Lumenis Ltd. – a global leader specialized in minimally-invasive clinical solutions in the field of ophthalmology and in energy-based technologies, including Laser, Intense Pulse Light (IPL) and Radio-Frequency (RF) – participated ... Read more

April 4, 2016April 4, 2016

Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals in Widespread Use Raise Risk of Endometriosis and Uterine Fibroids, EU Study Suggests

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A new EU study reports on a growing body of evidence suggesting that exposures to endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs), particularly diphenyldichloroethene and phthalates, contribute to the development of the most common ... Read more

April 1, 2016April 1, 2016

Endometriosis May Be Linked to Heart Disease, According to Researchers

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Researchers have found that women with endometriosis, especially those age 40 or younger, may have a higher risk of heart disease. The research paper, titled “Endometriosis and Risk of Coronary Heart ... Read more

March 30, 2016May 18, 2016

Groundbreaking Documentary on Endometriosis Premiers at NYC Theater Before Heading Overseas

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A pioneering documentary called “Endo What?” exploring endometriosis premiered March 16 at the SVA Theater in New York City. Co-produced by Patricio Cohn, Shannon Cohn, and Arix Zalace, it will be ... Read more

March 28, 2016March 28, 2016

University Fertility Clinic Offers Less Expensive, Less Invasive Alternative to IVF

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For some couples, conceiving children can be a real challenge, and they’ll likely have to make some tough decisions if they decide to undergo fertility procedures, especially if they are expensive and ... Read more

March 23, 2016May 18, 2016

Pediatric-Adolescent Gynecologist Joins Jefferson and Nemours/DuPont to Head Up New Program

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Dr. Beth Schwartz, M.D., is leading an inclusive multidisciplinary clinical program in pediatric and adolescent gynecology to treat girls and young women with problems or questions that they may not ... Read more

March 21, 2016March 21, 2016

Endometriosis May Be Aggravated by Seminal Fluid, Study Reports

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Researchers in Australia reported that endometrial exposure to seminal plasma could contribute to the progression of endometriotic disease. The study, conducted at the University of Adelaide and titled “Seminal Plasma Promotes Lesion Development ... Read more

March 16, 2016May 18, 2016

Women’s Excellence Launches Campaign on IC/PBS and Endometrial Ablation

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March is Endometriosis Awareness Month and in recognition of the event, Women’s Excellence of Michigan launched a campaign on Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome (IC/PBS) and Endometrial Ablation. Endometriosis Awareness Month events attract thousands ... Read more