Racial, socioeconomic disparities fuel increased infant mortality rates in California

by UC DavisCredit: CC0 Public DomainWhile infant mortality rates (IMR) decreased overall from 2007 to 2015 in California, disparities in infant death rates have increased in some groups, includin

Updated on: March 23,2024

Racial, socioeconomic disparities fuel increased infant mortality rates in California

by UC DavisCredit: CC0 Public DomainWhile infant mortality rates (IMR) decreased overall from 2007 to 2015 in California, disparities in infant death rates have increased in some groups, includin

Updated on:March 23,2024

Researchers develop blood test for early-stage ovarian cancer

byKeck School of Medicine of USCCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHigh-grade serous ovarian carcinoma (HGSOC) is the most common type of ovarian cancer. It is also the most lethal form, in part b

Updated on: January 17,2024

Researchers develop blood test for early-stage ovarian cancer

byKeck School of Medicine of USCCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHigh-grade serous ovarian carcinoma (HGSOC) is the most common type of ovarian cancer. It is also the most lethal form, in part b

Updated on:January 17,2024

Giving birth during the pandemic? Facts you need to know

(HealthDay)—Giving birth during the coronavirus pandemic presents its own challenges, but the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) wants to reassure pregnant women that they need not panic.Inst

Updated on: April 03,2024

Giving birth during the pandemic? Facts you need to know

(HealthDay)—Giving birth during the coronavirus pandemic presents its own challenges, but the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) wants to reassure pregnant women that they need not panic.Inst

Updated on:April 03,2024

People stationed in Antarctica menstruate too, and it's a struggle. How we can support them

by Meredith Nash,The ConversationCredit: AI-generated imageWomen have been doing fieldwork in Antarctica for more than 40 years. Yet they comprise just 25% of expeditioners in the Australian Ant

Updated on: March 24,2024

People stationed in Antarctica menstruate too, and it's a struggle. How we can support them

by Meredith Nash,The ConversationCredit: AI-generated imageWomen have been doing fieldwork in Antarctica for more than 40 years. Yet they comprise just 25% of expeditioners in the Australian Ant

Updated on:March 24,2024

Understanding the surge in cannabis use among pregnant and postpartum women in the US

by Greg Bruno,Rutgers UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPregnant and recently postpartum women who suffer with mental health disorders may be vulnerable to using cannabis to self-medic

Updated on: January 17,2024

Understanding the surge in cannabis use among pregnant and postpartum women in the US

by Greg Bruno,Rutgers UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPregnant and recently postpartum women who suffer with mental health disorders may be vulnerable to using cannabis to self-medic

Updated on:January 17,2024

Pregnancy expert discusses progress for women with severe pregnancy sickness

by Caroline Brogan,Imperial College LondonMany sufferers feel isolated. Credit: Imperial College LondonSevere pregnancy sickness, or hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), is a debilitating condition that

Updated on: March 02,2024

Pregnancy expert discusses progress for women with severe pregnancy sickness

by Caroline Brogan,Imperial College LondonMany sufferers feel isolated. Credit: Imperial College LondonSevere pregnancy sickness, or hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), is a debilitating condition that

Updated on:March 02,2024

Whooping cough vaccination during pregnancy boosts moms' antibodies to protect babies

by Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI)Credit: CC0 Public DomainThe largest randomized, placebo-controlled multi-country study performed to date assessed the safety and immunogenicity of s

Updated on: March 05,2024

Whooping cough vaccination during pregnancy boosts moms' antibodies to protect babies

by Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI)Credit: CC0 Public DomainThe largest randomized, placebo-controlled multi-country study performed to date assessed the safety and immunogenicity of s

Updated on:March 05,2024

Perinatal transmission of COVID-19 unlikely with correct hygiene

(HealthDay)—If correct hygiene procedures are undertaken, perinatal transmission of COVID-19 is unlikely to occur, according to a study published online July 23 inThe Lancet Child & Adolesce

Updated on: March 23,2024

Perinatal transmission of COVID-19 unlikely with correct hygiene

(HealthDay)—If correct hygiene procedures are undertaken, perinatal transmission of COVID-19 is unlikely to occur, according to a study published online July 23 inThe Lancet Child & Adolesce

Updated on:March 23,2024

New parents who express breast milk can feel marginalized by health advice, study says

by Hannah Severyn,University of NottinghamCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe well-being of new parents is potentially being threatened due to the emphasis placed on direct breastfeeding, a stu

Updated on: January 17,2024

New parents who express breast milk can feel marginalized by health advice, study says

by Hannah Severyn,University of NottinghamCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe well-being of new parents is potentially being threatened due to the emphasis placed on direct breastfeeding, a stu

Updated on:January 17,2024

History of vaccines offers lessons on COVID-19 for pregnant women

by UT Southwestern Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainPregnant women, who are at increased risk of preterm birth or pregnancy loss if they develop a severe case of COVID-19, need the best pos

Updated on: May 06,2024

History of vaccines offers lessons on COVID-19 for pregnant women

by UT Southwestern Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainPregnant women, who are at increased risk of preterm birth or pregnancy loss if they develop a severe case of COVID-19, need the best pos

Updated on:May 06,2024