Tag Archives: Women

Why We Need to Discuss the COVID-19 Vaccine with Women of Childbearing Age

When we meet with women for perinatal psychiatry consultations, we now ask about vaccinations. It’s not something we typically do, but after the last year, we are now getting involved in their decisions regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Just as we counsel women to avoid alcohol and to consistently take their prenatal vitamins, providing information on… Read More: Why We Need to Discuss the COVID-19 Vaccine with Women… »

PrEP for women in Europe webinar

On Tuesday 22 June at 2pm (UK time), PrEP in Europe is holding the first part of its webinar on PrEP for women in Europe. The second part will be on Tuesday 13 July. The webinar will include presentations by: Dr Sylvain Chawki, infectious disease physician and researcher in Paris. Sylvain will centre his talk… Read More: PrEP for women in Europe webinar »

Top 5 Hidden Benefits of CBD for Women

Top 5 Hidden Benefits of CBD for Women Top 5 Hidden Benefits of CBD for Women : CBD, which is also known as cannabidiol, is the non-intoxicating ingredient of marijuana. CBD can (without getting you high) help in treating many medical conditions. It helps with anxiety, chronic pain, and insomnia, but also has properties that help… Read More: Top 5 Hidden Benefits of CBD for Women »

Increased Prevalence of Depression, Anxiety in Pregnant Women During the COVID Pandemic

In the Boston area, the number of people hospitalized for COVID-19 is steadily decreasing. This is obviously happy news and a long-awaited reason to celebrate; however, we continue to be concerned about the mental health of our patients, especially those who are pregnant. Even in the best of times, women who are pregnant or have… Read More: Increased Prevalence of Depression, Anxiety in Pregnant Women During the… »