Researchers explore impact of inadequate gestational weight gain

Inadequate gestational weight gain (GWG) is associated with an increased risk for adverse infant outcomes, even among women with obesity, according to a study published online Dec. 30 inJAMA Net

Updated on: May 21,2024

Researchers explore impact of inadequate gestational weight gain

Inadequate gestational weight gain (GWG) is associated with an increased risk for adverse infant outcomes, even among women with obesity, according to a study published online Dec. 30 inJAMA Net

Updated on:May 21,2024

Placental group B strep tied to neonatal unit admission in infants born at term

by Elana GotkineDetection ofStreptococcus agalactiae(Group BStreptococcus; GBS) in the placenta is associated with an increased risk for neonatal unit (NNU) admission, according to a

Updated on: January 12,2024

Placental group B strep tied to neonatal unit admission in infants born at term

by Elana GotkineDetection ofStreptococcus agalactiae(Group BStreptococcus; GBS) in the placenta is associated with an increased risk for neonatal unit (NNU) admission, according to a

Updated on:January 12,2024

HPV vaccine associated with improved fertility in some women

by Boston University School of MedicineGardasil vaccine and box. Image: WikipediaMore than 40 percent of American teens are now getting vaccinated against human papillomavirus (HPV). But, despite

Updated on: March 02,2024

HPV vaccine associated with improved fertility in some women

by Boston University School of MedicineGardasil vaccine and box. Image: WikipediaMore than 40 percent of American teens are now getting vaccinated against human papillomavirus (HPV). But, despite

Updated on:March 02,2024

Vaginal laser treatment shows promise in treating overactive bladder syndrome

by The North American Menopause SocietyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainApproximately 33% of American women will experience overactive bladder syndrome (OAB), which interferes with daily activit

Updated on: May 06,2024

Vaginal laser treatment shows promise in treating overactive bladder syndrome

by The North American Menopause SocietyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainApproximately 33% of American women will experience overactive bladder syndrome (OAB), which interferes with daily activit

Updated on:May 06,2024

Pregnant women are missing vital nutrients, a situation that could worsen with plant-based foods

byUniversity of SouthamptonPregnant women missing key nutrients by eating modern diets. Credit: University of SouthamptonPregnant women are not getting the essential nutrients they and their bab

Updated on: January 13,2024

Pregnant women are missing vital nutrients, a situation that could worsen with plant-based foods

byUniversity of SouthamptonPregnant women missing key nutrients by eating modern diets. Credit: University of SouthamptonPregnant women are not getting the essential nutrients they and their bab

Updated on:January 13,2024

Malpractice lawsuits over denied abortion care may be on the horizon

by Harris Meyer, KFF Health NewsCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA year after the overturning of Roe v. Wade, many physicians and hospitals in the states that have restricted abortion reportedly are r

Updated on: February 18,2024

Malpractice lawsuits over denied abortion care may be on the horizon

by Harris Meyer, KFF Health NewsCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA year after the overturning of Roe v. Wade, many physicians and hospitals in the states that have restricted abortion reportedly are r

Updated on:February 18,2024

Scientists develop new model for understanding uterine fibroids

by Olivia Dimmer,Northwestern UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainNorthwestern Medicine scientists have developed a new cellular model of uterine fibroids that stem from common genetic mutations,

Updated on: January 19,2024

Scientists develop new model for understanding uterine fibroids

by Olivia Dimmer,Northwestern UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainNorthwestern Medicine scientists have developed a new cellular model of uterine fibroids that stem from common genetic mutations,

Updated on:January 19,2024

Researchers determine factors associated with ovary removal in patients with ovarian torsion

by Boston University School of MedicineCredit: CC0 Public DomainOvarian torsion can cause severe pain and other symptoms because the ovary is not receiving enough blood due to twisting of its blo

Updated on: May 23,2024

Researchers determine factors associated with ovary removal in patients with ovarian torsion

by Boston University School of MedicineCredit: CC0 Public DomainOvarian torsion can cause severe pain and other symptoms because the ovary is not receiving enough blood due to twisting of its blo

Updated on:May 23,2024

'Miracle baby': Woman gets pregnant after having fallopian tubes removed

by Andy MarsoCredit: CC0 Public DomainElizabeth Kough had been pregnant before. She knew how it felt. She just couldn't believe it had happened this time.Kough was at her house in Kearney last yea

Updated on: March 12,2024

'Miracle baby': Woman gets pregnant after having fallopian tubes removed

by Andy MarsoCredit: CC0 Public DomainElizabeth Kough had been pregnant before. She knew how it felt. She just couldn't believe it had happened this time.Kough was at her house in Kearney last yea

Updated on:March 12,2024

Diet and exercise for obese mothers could lower cardiovascular risk in children

byKing's College LondonChild offspring cardiovascular health benefits of preconception and antenatal lifestyle interventions in women with obesity. The impact of maternal obesity on child ca

Updated on: July 10,2024

Diet and exercise for obese mothers could lower cardiovascular risk in children

byKing's College LondonChild offspring cardiovascular health benefits of preconception and antenatal lifestyle interventions in women with obesity. The impact of maternal obesity on child ca

Updated on:July 10,2024