Study shows Black infants at risk for poor birth outcomes across Minnesota

by University of MinnesotaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainIn Minnesota, babies of U.S.-born Black pregnant people suffer twice the rate of low-birth weight and other adverse birth issues as the

Updated on: June 12,2024

Study shows Black infants at risk for poor birth outcomes across Minnesota

by University of MinnesotaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainIn Minnesota, babies of U.S.-born Black pregnant people suffer twice the rate of low-birth weight and other adverse birth issues as the

Updated on:June 12,2024

Pregnancy hypertension risk increased by traffic-related air pollution

by National Institutes of HealthA new report from the National Toxicology Program (NTP) suggests that traffic-related air pollution increases a pregnant woman's risk for dangerous increases i

Updated on: April 23,2024

Pregnancy hypertension risk increased by traffic-related air pollution

by National Institutes of HealthA new report from the National Toxicology Program (NTP) suggests that traffic-related air pollution increases a pregnant woman's risk for dangerous increases i

Updated on:April 23,2024

New study examines treatment outcomes of pregnant women with cannabis use disorder

by George Mason UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainAn estimated 4 to 7 percent of women use cannabis during pregnancy, and cannabis use disorder (CUD) among pregnant women is on the rise in the U

Updated on: May 13,2024

New study examines treatment outcomes of pregnant women with cannabis use disorder

by George Mason UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainAn estimated 4 to 7 percent of women use cannabis during pregnancy, and cannabis use disorder (CUD) among pregnant women is on the rise in the U

Updated on:May 13,2024

90-day vaginal ring shows promise as method for preventing both HIV and pregnancy

by Microbicide Trials NetworkCredit: CC0 Public DomainA vaginal ring containing the antiretroviral drug dapivirine and the contraceptive hormone levonorgestrel delivered sustained levels of each drug

Updated on: March 09,2024

90-day vaginal ring shows promise as method for preventing both HIV and pregnancy

by Microbicide Trials NetworkCredit: CC0 Public DomainA vaginal ring containing the antiretroviral drug dapivirine and the contraceptive hormone levonorgestrel delivered sustained levels of each drug

Updated on:March 09,2024

The 5:2 diet: A good choice for gestational diabetes

by University of South AustraliaCredit: CC0 Public DomainWeight loss after gestational diabetes can prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes. Yet finding the most effective way to lose weight and kee

Updated on: March 12,2024

The 5:2 diet: A good choice for gestational diabetes

by University of South AustraliaCredit: CC0 Public DomainWeight loss after gestational diabetes can prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes. Yet finding the most effective way to lose weight and kee

Updated on:March 12,2024

In utero stimulant exposure not tied to later neurodevelopmental issues

by Lori SolomonAmphetamine/dextroamphetamine and methylphenidate exposure in utero does not appear to increase the risk for childhood neurodevelopmental disorders, according to a studypublished&

Updated on: March 07,2024

In utero stimulant exposure not tied to later neurodevelopmental issues

by Lori SolomonAmphetamine/dextroamphetamine and methylphenidate exposure in utero does not appear to increase the risk for childhood neurodevelopmental disorders, according to a studypublished&

Updated on:March 07,2024

Study finds some women may be at higher risk of death from COVID-19

by Florida International UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMore men than women are dying from COVID-19. Many studies suggest that hormones may give women the upper hand. But not all wome

Updated on: June 04,2024

Study finds some women may be at higher risk of death from COVID-19

by Florida International UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMore men than women are dying from COVID-19. Many studies suggest that hormones may give women the upper hand. But not all wome

Updated on:June 04,2024

Preventing hepatitis C transmission from mothers to babies

by Canadian Medical Association JournalElectron micrographs of hepatitis C virus purified from cell culture. Scale bar is 50 nanometers. Credit: Center for the Study of Hepatitis C, The Rockefell

Updated on: March 09,2024

Preventing hepatitis C transmission from mothers to babies

by Canadian Medical Association JournalElectron micrographs of hepatitis C virus purified from cell culture. Scale bar is 50 nanometers. Credit: Center for the Study of Hepatitis C, The Rockefell

Updated on:March 09,2024

Predicting postpartum hospitalizations among high-risk populations

byColumbia University's Mailman School of Public HealthCredit: CC0 Public DomainRacial inequities in maternal morbidity and mortality persist into the postpartum period, leading to a higher

Updated on: January 16,2024

Predicting postpartum hospitalizations among high-risk populations

byColumbia University's Mailman School of Public HealthCredit: CC0 Public DomainRacial inequities in maternal morbidity and mortality persist into the postpartum period, leading to a higher

Updated on:January 16,2024

A new study answers vital question about preterm labour and opens the door for future treatments

by Hunter Medical Research InstituteThis graph shows the differences in gene expression in the uterus amongst the different groups. NOTE⁠—The two largest ovals represent the gene expression at te

Updated on: May 13,2024

A new study answers vital question about preterm labour and opens the door for future treatments

by Hunter Medical Research InstituteThis graph shows the differences in gene expression in the uterus amongst the different groups. NOTE⁠—The two largest ovals represent the gene expression at te

Updated on:May 13,2024