Pharmacy researchers find mom's marijuana use to impair baby's memory

by Amy Weaver,Auburn UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainAuburn University Harrison School of Pharmacy researchers have found more and more expectant mothers are turning to marijuana and subseque

Updated on: May 16,2024

Pharmacy researchers find mom's marijuana use to impair baby's memory

by Amy Weaver,Auburn UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainAuburn University Harrison School of Pharmacy researchers have found more and more expectant mothers are turning to marijuana and subseque

Updated on:May 16,2024

Survey shows gaps in knowledge about maternal health

byAnnenberg Public Policy Center of the University of PennsylvaniaMany in a nationally representative survey don't know about the benefits of vaccination against COVID-19 during pregnancy. S

Updated on: January 19,2024

Survey shows gaps in knowledge about maternal health

byAnnenberg Public Policy Center of the University of PennsylvaniaMany in a nationally representative survey don't know about the benefits of vaccination against COVID-19 during pregnancy. S

Updated on:January 19,2024

Abstaining from alcohol during pregnancy the only safe approach

by University of BristolCredit: CC0 Public DomainDrinking alcohol during pregnancy leads to poorer cognitive functioning in children, according to the most comprehensive review on the issue to da

Updated on: April 16,2024

Abstaining from alcohol during pregnancy the only safe approach

by University of BristolCredit: CC0 Public DomainDrinking alcohol during pregnancy leads to poorer cognitive functioning in children, according to the most comprehensive review on the issue to da

Updated on:April 16,2024

The benefits of strength training during pregnancy

by Len CanterFor most healthy women, exercise during pregnancy is as important as it is at all times of life. It brings benefits such as better overall health, preventing back pain and keeping you reg

Updated on: April 16,2024

The benefits of strength training during pregnancy

by Len CanterFor most healthy women, exercise during pregnancy is as important as it is at all times of life. It brings benefits such as better overall health, preventing back pain and keeping you reg

Updated on:April 16,2024

Genetics play strong role in determining age of menopause and overall longevity

by The North American Menopause SocietyCredit: CC0 Public DomainIf you're wondering why you entered menopause earlier or later than other women, blame your mother. That's because numerous

Updated on: May 06,2024

Genetics play strong role in determining age of menopause and overall longevity

by The North American Menopause SocietyCredit: CC0 Public DomainIf you're wondering why you entered menopause earlier or later than other women, blame your mother. That's because numerous

Updated on:May 06,2024

Birth complications tied to death risk decades later

by University of PennsylvaniaCredit: CC0 Public DomainComplications from pregnancy and child birth have led to high death rates among people who have given birth in the United States, and a new s

Updated on: March 07,2024

Birth complications tied to death risk decades later

by University of PennsylvaniaCredit: CC0 Public DomainComplications from pregnancy and child birth have led to high death rates among people who have given birth in the United States, and a new s

Updated on:March 07,2024

Researchers identify new mechanism of communication between maternal gut bacteria and the fetus

byUniversity of OuluRepresentative transmission electron micrographs of the amniotic fluid and fecal EVs. Credit:Microbiome(2023). DOI: 10.1186/s40168-023-01694-9A research group fro

Updated on: January 15,2024

Researchers identify new mechanism of communication between maternal gut bacteria and the fetus

byUniversity of OuluRepresentative transmission electron micrographs of the amniotic fluid and fecal EVs. Credit:Microbiome(2023). DOI: 10.1186/s40168-023-01694-9A research group fro

Updated on:January 15,2024

Osteoporosis: A Silent Threat to Women’s Health

According to recent statistics from the International Osteoporosis Foundation, worldwide, 1 in 3 women over the age of 50 years and 1 in 5 men will experience osteoporotic fractures in their lifetime.

Updated on: March 19,2025

Osteoporosis: A Silent Threat to Women’s Health

According to recent statistics from the International Osteoporosis Foundation, worldwide, 1 in 3 women over the age of 50 years and 1 in 5 men will experience osteoporotic fractures in their lifetime.

Updated on:March 19,2025

Study puts price tag on cost of menopause symptoms for women in the workplace

by Jay Furst,Mayo ClinicCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainMenopause-related symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, sleep disturbances, joint aches and cognitive difficulties d

Updated on: May 10,2024

Study puts price tag on cost of menopause symptoms for women in the workplace

by Jay Furst,Mayo ClinicCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainMenopause-related symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, sleep disturbances, joint aches and cognitive difficulties d

Updated on:May 10,2024

Maternal type 1 diabetes, overweight/obesity linked to heart defects in offspring

by Elana GotkineMaternal type 1 diabetes and overweight and obesity are associated with an increased risk for congenital heart defects (CHDs) among offspring, according to a study published online Jan

Updated on: January 12,2024

Maternal type 1 diabetes, overweight/obesity linked to heart defects in offspring

by Elana GotkineMaternal type 1 diabetes and overweight and obesity are associated with an increased risk for congenital heart defects (CHDs) among offspring, according to a study published online Jan

Updated on:January 12,2024