Allan Akerman M.D. FACOG @akermanmd

"Because pregnancy puts you at increased risk for severe disease and at risk for poor pregnancy outcomes like preterm birth, ACOG does feel it’s important to recommend a booster for pregnant persons who are eligible," says our Dr. Jamieson. bit.ly/3nWYXSD @Jamie_Ducharme

#Preeclampsia is a leading cause of death worldwide for women, fetuses, and newborns. Educate patients about the symptoms, risk factors, and impact on future health with ACOG’s infographic on preeclampsia and pregnancy: bit.ly/37oQc9s #NWBPAW

Pregnant? ACOG and @MySMFM now recommend #COVID19 vaccination of pregnant individuals and urge our members to recommend that pregnant patients #GetVaccinated. The #covidvaccine is the best tool we have to save lives and end the pandemic: acog.org/news/news-rele… #VaccinesWork

Consent is an integral part of any sexual experience. Asking about reproductive and sexual coercion lets patients know that they are not alone. #Obgyns, lets help everyone have a happy and consensual #ValentinesDay! acog.org/clinical/clini…

Are you pregnant and wondering about the COVID-19 vaccines? Read the latest FAQs from ACOG: acog.org/womens-health/…

AkermanMed providers treat all patients equal. #nodiscrimination #healthcareforall

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Transgender patients often face barriers when seeking sexual & reproductive health care. #Obgyns can help eliminate these barriers by leading with evidenced-based care and creating a welcoming clinical environment. Learn more: acog.org/clinical/clini… #TransAwarenessWeek

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#Obgyns play an important role in the identification & referral of patients at risk of hereditary cancer syndromes through risk assessment. Learn more about hereditary cancer syndromes including increased risk of #breastcancer: bit.ly/3444BJD #breastcancerAwarenessMonth

FDA Approves Oriahnn to Manage Heavy Menstrual Bleeding From Fibroids mdmag.com/medical-news/f… via @mdmagazine

AkermanMed celebrates Women’s Health youtu.be/nvczadvJURc via @YouTube

Are you pregnant during COVID? ACOG for patients is the most reliable source to follow. instagram.com/p/B-7Rb6LltqG/…

AJOG Presents: #Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and #Pregnancy: What obstetricians need to know ow.ly/AzMF50yvcjX #COVID2019 #obgyn

AJOG Presents: Critical appraisal of the proposed defenses for planned home birth ow.ly/OGfe50xZcgS #pregnancy #midwife #obgyn #MedTwitter

Could a blood test detect breast cancer up to 5 years before symptoms develop? UK researchers working on its development say it could provide a more cost effective, convenient screening method compared to current methods. bloom.bg/2qoUAFS @business

Painful sex can have a variety of causes & can affect women of all ages. Menopause, sexual trauma, or conditions like endometriosis can also contribute to occurrence. Despite its prevalence, diagnosis & treatment of painful sex can go unspoken & untreated. wapo.st/2P9f0gf

Combined cases of syphilis, gonorrhea & chlamydia reached an all-time high in 2018 w/half the reported infections occurring among youth 15-24 yrs old. Factors range from reduced access to health care to riskier behavior among those who are sexually active. on.wsj.com/33PI5RZ

Peeing Your Pants After Pregnancy Is Preventable - NYT Parenting parenting.nytimes.com/health/urinary…

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Pregnant teens can find advice on nutrition, exercise, breastfeeding, and more in this ACOG FAQ: acog.org/Patients/FAQs/…

New research confirms that distributing a year's supply of birth control pills to women up front, reduces unintended pregnancies. bit.ly/2JyXo96 @USATODAY 1/