Maternal dengue fever: 'Compelling evidence' that even mild infections impact birth outcomes

byUniversity of SurreyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainDetrimental effects of all severities of maternal dengue infections on birth outcomes have been discovered in a new research study from the

Updated on: January 19,2024

Maternal dengue fever: 'Compelling evidence' that even mild infections impact birth outcomes

byUniversity of SurreyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainDetrimental effects of all severities of maternal dengue infections on birth outcomes have been discovered in a new research study from the

Updated on:January 19,2024

The harmful effects of stress during pregnancy can last a lifetime, study in mice finds

by Yale UniversityCredit: martha sexton/public domainMice exposed to stress in the womb and soon after birth can expect a lifetime of immune system deficiencies that hinder the ability to ward of

Updated on: May 07,2024

The harmful effects of stress during pregnancy can last a lifetime, study in mice finds

by Yale UniversityCredit: martha sexton/public domainMice exposed to stress in the womb and soon after birth can expect a lifetime of immune system deficiencies that hinder the ability to ward of

Updated on:May 07,2024

Risk for complications from mesh implant does not diminish

(HealthDay)—Continued surveillance after mesh use in pelvic organ prolapse (POP) repairs is necessary, according to a study published online Feb. 6 inObstetrics & Gynecology.Bilal Chughtai,

Updated on: March 23,2024

Risk for complications from mesh implant does not diminish

(HealthDay)—Continued surveillance after mesh use in pelvic organ prolapse (POP) repairs is necessary, according to a study published online Feb. 6 inObstetrics & Gynecology.Bilal Chughtai,

Updated on:March 23,2024

New technology visualizes embryo metabolism to improve IVF success

by Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC)3D reconstruction of hyperspectral images of mouse oocytes and embryos. Credit: Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC)A new technology deve

Updated on: July 08,2024

New technology visualizes embryo metabolism to improve IVF success

by Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC)3D reconstruction of hyperspectral images of mouse oocytes and embryos. Credit: Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC)A new technology deve

Updated on:July 08,2024

Guidelines developed for opioid use in vaginal birth

(HealthDay)—Guidelines have been developed for use of opioids for uncomplicated spontaneous vaginal birth; the draft consensus guidelines were published online Dec. 4 inObstetrics & Gynecolo

Updated on: March 23,2024

Guidelines developed for opioid use in vaginal birth

(HealthDay)—Guidelines have been developed for use of opioids for uncomplicated spontaneous vaginal birth; the draft consensus guidelines were published online Dec. 4 inObstetrics & Gynecolo

Updated on:March 23,2024

Study: Women's health worsened over 5 years after being denied an abortion

by Melissa HealyCredit: CC0 Public DomainStates across the country are tightening regulations on abortion providers in the name of protecting women's health. But a long-term study of women who sou

Updated on: May 27,2024

Study: Women's health worsened over 5 years after being denied an abortion

by Melissa HealyCredit: CC0 Public DomainStates across the country are tightening regulations on abortion providers in the name of protecting women's health. But a long-term study of women who sou

Updated on:May 27,2024

Preventative antibiotics after assisted childbirth almost halve maternal infection rate and reduce overall antibiotic us

by LancetBaby on mother's belly right after birth. Credit: Tom Adriaenssen/Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 2.0Giving a single dose of preventative antibiotics to all women after childbirth involving forc

Updated on: April 08,2024

Preventative antibiotics after assisted childbirth almost halve maternal infection rate and reduce overall antibiotic us

by LancetBaby on mother's belly right after birth. Credit: Tom Adriaenssen/Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 2.0Giving a single dose of preventative antibiotics to all women after childbirth involving forc

Updated on:April 08,2024

Geographic variability seen in county-level preterm birth rates

by Elana GotkineConsiderable geographic variability is seen in county-level preterm birth rates, according to a study published online Dec. 8 inJAMA Network Open.Sadiya S. Khan, M.D., from the N

Updated on: January 13,2024

Geographic variability seen in county-level preterm birth rates

by Elana GotkineConsiderable geographic variability is seen in county-level preterm birth rates, according to a study published online Dec. 8 inJAMA Network Open.Sadiya S. Khan, M.D., from the N

Updated on:January 13,2024

Preterm birth linked to chemicals found in the vagina

by Columbia University Irving Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainChemicals that accumulate in the vagina, potentially originating from personal care products, may contribute to spontaneous pr

Updated on: April 01,2024

Preterm birth linked to chemicals found in the vagina

by Columbia University Irving Medical CenterCredit: CC0 Public DomainChemicals that accumulate in the vagina, potentially originating from personal care products, may contribute to spontaneous pr

Updated on:April 01,2024

Finding the right birth control for you

by Carrie Macmillan,Yale UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainWhen it comes to birth control, many preconceived notions may influence which method a woman chooses.Whether it's the belief

Updated on: April 01,2024

Finding the right birth control for you

by Carrie Macmillan,Yale UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainWhen it comes to birth control, many preconceived notions may influence which method a woman chooses.Whether it's the belief

Updated on:April 01,2024