Researchers discover how the placenta may be blocking SARS-CoV-2 transmission to babies during pregnancy

by Boston University School of MedicineCredit: CC0 Public DomainWhile COVID-19 disease significantly impacts many pregnant women, the rates of transmission from mother to baby in pregnancy are ve

Updated on: May 23,2024 6

Researchers discover how the placenta may be blocking SARS-CoV-2 transmission to babies during pregnancy

by Boston University School of MedicineCredit: CC0 Public DomainWhile COVID-19 disease significantly impacts many pregnant women, the rates of transmission from mother to baby in pregnancy are ve

Updated on:May 23,2024 6

Uterine transplant research sees positive results

by Linköping UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainProgress is being made in research into uterus transplantation. Nine children have so far been born in Sweden to mothers with transplanted uteri. B

Updated on: March 16,2024 19

Uterine transplant research sees positive results

by Linköping UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainProgress is being made in research into uterus transplantation. Nine children have so far been born in Sweden to mothers with transplanted uteri. B

Updated on:March 16,2024 19

Tissue adhesive, sterile strips similar after cesarean section

(HealthDay)—With cesarean deliveries, wound complications are similar for tissue adhesive and sterile strips when used after closure of a Pfannenstiel skin incision, according to a study published onl

Updated on: March 16,2024 12

Tissue adhesive, sterile strips similar after cesarean section

(HealthDay)—With cesarean deliveries, wound complications are similar for tissue adhesive and sterile strips when used after closure of a Pfannenstiel skin incision, according to a study published onl

Updated on:March 16,2024 12

Half of moms-to-be at risk of preeclampsia are missing out on preventive aspirin

by British Medical JournalCredit: CC0 Public DomainMore than half of mums-to-be who are at risk of the dangerously high blood pressure condition, pre-eclampsia, are missing out on preventive aspi

Updated on: May 16,2024 7

Half of moms-to-be at risk of preeclampsia are missing out on preventive aspirin

by British Medical JournalCredit: CC0 Public DomainMore than half of mums-to-be who are at risk of the dangerously high blood pressure condition, pre-eclampsia, are missing out on preventive aspi

Updated on:May 16,2024 7

Technique may restore healthy bacterial balance in C-section babies

byRutgers UniversityDifferences in bacterial DNA load and composition between treatment groups at differing body sites, collection types, and times. (A) Bacterial DNA load in maternal vaginal sw

Updated on: February 18,2024 12

Technique may restore healthy bacterial balance in C-section babies

byRutgers UniversityDifferences in bacterial DNA load and composition between treatment groups at differing body sites, collection types, and times. (A) Bacterial DNA load in maternal vaginal sw

Updated on:February 18,2024 12

4 things about female orgasms researchers actually study

by Jane Chalmers,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainCardi B's songWAPand the Netflix show "Sex Education" place female orgasms on center stage in popular culture.

Updated on: March 12,2024 18

4 things about female orgasms researchers actually study

by Jane Chalmers,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainCardi B's songWAPand the Netflix show "Sex Education" place female orgasms on center stage in popular culture.

Updated on:March 12,2024 18

Telephone-based health coaching did not affect postpartum weight gain, finds study

by Boston University School of MedicineCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainGestational diabetes (GDM) and overweight during pregnancy are associated with increased risk for type 2 diabetes. Althoug

Updated on: June 05,2024 8

Telephone-based health coaching did not affect postpartum weight gain, finds study

by Boston University School of MedicineCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainGestational diabetes (GDM) and overweight during pregnancy are associated with increased risk for type 2 diabetes. Althoug

Updated on:June 05,2024 8

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 18

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 18

Third baby born after uterus transplant at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas

by Baylor Scott & White Research InstituteCredit: CC0 Public DomainBaylor University Medical Center at Dallas, a part of Baylor Scott & White Health, today announces that a third family has we

Updated on: March 02,2024 18

Third baby born after uterus transplant at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas

by Baylor Scott & White Research InstituteCredit: CC0 Public DomainBaylor University Medical Center at Dallas, a part of Baylor Scott & White Health, today announces that a third family has we

Updated on:March 02,2024 18

Pregnancy and respiratory illnesses: Tips to reduce your flu risks

by Deb Balzer,Mayo ClinicCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFlu season usually starts in the fall, peaks during the height of winter and tapers around spring. Other respiratory illnesses, includi

Updated on: March 05,2024 10

Pregnancy and respiratory illnesses: Tips to reduce your flu risks

by Deb Balzer,Mayo ClinicCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFlu season usually starts in the fall, peaks during the height of winter and tapers around spring. Other respiratory illnesses, includi

Updated on:March 05,2024 10

Colistin resistant bacteria found in mothers and newborn babies in Nigeria

byUniversity of OxfordAn infographic map indicating the location of sampling, number of samples per type, and prevalence ofmcr.aShows a map of Nigeria highlighting the location

Updated on: March 30,2024 0

Colistin resistant bacteria found in mothers and newborn babies in Nigeria

byUniversity of OxfordAn infographic map indicating the location of sampling, number of samples per type, and prevalence ofmcr.aShows a map of Nigeria highlighting the location

Updated on:March 30,2024 0

Depression and anxiety spiked in pregnant women during COVID-19 pandemic, research reveals

by University of EssexCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe COVID-19 pandemic caused a spike in depression and anxiety in expectant mums, a new study by the University of Essex has revealed.The r

Updated on: May 18,2024 5

Depression and anxiety spiked in pregnant women during COVID-19 pandemic, research reveals

by University of EssexCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe COVID-19 pandemic caused a spike in depression and anxiety in expectant mums, a new study by the University of Essex has revealed.The r

Updated on:May 18,2024 5