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A Kaiser Permanente study found that women diagnosed with hypertensive disorders during pregnancy are more than twice as likely to develop high blood pressure in the first year after delivery. The study highlights the importance of monitoring and controlling blood pressure not only during pregnancy, but also after delivery.
A recent study suggests that using paracetamol during pregnancy may reduce female fertility in subsequent generations. Researchers tested the effects of paracetamol and another painkiller on rats and found that female offspring had fewer eggs, smaller ovaries, and reduced reproductive function compared to those not exposed to the drugs.
Research from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health finds that women using contraception have three times more regular sexual intercourse than those not using it. The study analyzed data from over 210,000 women in 47 countries, highlighting the importance of separating sex and pregnancy in family planning.
The USPSTF recommends screening for depression in adults, including pregnant and postpartum women, to improve accurate identification of patients with depression. Screening with adequate support systems can also improve clinical outcomes and reduce symptoms.
A new study published in Environmental Health found a 19% increased risk of preterm birth among women exposed to high levels of small particle air pollution. The study also identified higher risks among mothers over 40, black mothers, and those with lower education levels.
Researchers have identified over 13,000 Zika cases in Colombia, with the country now second only to Brazil in reported infections. The team is exploring ways to control the spread of the virus using a bacterium that infects mosquitoes, aiming to prevent transmission and mitigate serious consequences like microcephaly.
Two randomized trials examine the effect of vitamin D supplementation during pregnancy on asthma and persistent wheezing in offspring. While no significant protective effect was found, a clinically important effect could not be excluded, suggesting further studies are needed.
A new study published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine found that the most commonly used TB test failed to accurately diagnose tuberculosis in up to 50% of pregnant women who are HIV+. The researchers developed a new method to identify which women carrying latent TB infection are most likely to develop ...
Researchers discovered an abnormal gene expression in the lining of the womb that is associated with IVF failure. This finding could lead to a new test to predict treatment success and guide patient counseling, helping women understand their chances of achieving a pregnancy before starting treatment.
The University of Warwick is partnering with doctors from University Hospital, Coventry to investigate the causes of early miscarriage. Researchers aim to develop new treatments and improve understanding of why miscarriages occur in some women more frequently than others.
Researchers Christina Diaz and Jeremy E. Fiel found that socioeconomic disadvantage can mitigate the negative impact of young motherhood on educational attainment and future wages. Their study analyzed data from over 3,600 young women and found that better-off teenagers were more affected by early pregnancy.
Researchers discovered a significant link between pregnancy and higher risk of melanoma, including increased death rates, metastasis, and recurrence.
The University of Exeter Medical School has received a £1 million donation from the Dennis and Mireille Gillings Foundation to expand its research on genetic disorders. The gift will support new staff and fund innovative diagnostic testing, improving patient care in the NHS.
A new app called QUiPP was tested in high-risk women to predict preterm birth risk. The app performed well as a predictive tool, outperforming individual factors like cervical length and fetal fibronectin levels.
Researchers at Tohoku University found that omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids play a crucial role in brain development. A balanced diet rich in fish can help prevent premature aging of fetal neural stem cells and improve brain function in children.
Expectant mothers treated at trauma centers experience better outcomes than those treated at non-trauma hospitals, with a 40% lower risk of preterm labor. The study also found decreased odds of premature birth, low birth weight, and meconium at delivery among neonates.
A National Institutes of Health study found that women who eat more potatoes before pregnancy may have higher rates of gestational diabetes compared to those who consume fewer potatoes. Substituting potatoes with other vegetables, legumes or whole grains may help lower gestational diabetes risk, according to the researchers.
A study published in The BMJ found that higher potato consumption before pregnancy increases the risk of gestational diabetes. Swapping potatoes for other vegetables, legumes, or whole grains may lower this risk, possibly due to their lower glycaemic index.
The use of prescribed opioids during pregnancy has been associated with an increased risk of neonatal abstinence syndrome and other birth defects. Experts recommend limiting opioid use to severe cases only, with careful monitoring if necessary.
A new study by King's College London found that measuring fetal fibronectin at 18-21 weeks of gestation offers a similar predictive value to measurements at 22-27 weeks for spontaneous preterm birth. Combining cervical length with the biomarker test improves diagnostic accuracy.
Researchers have developed a blood test to predict the development of preeclampsia, enabling early diagnosis and prevention of complications. The test measures the ratio of serum sFlt-1 to PlGF proteins, allowing for reliable prediction within one week.
A large prospective observational study found no association between oral contraceptive use and major birth defects. The study included over 880,000 live-born infants and found no increased risk among women who became pregnant while using or after stopping the drug.
A recent study by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and the Statens Serum Institut in Denmark found that oral contraceptive use is not associated with an increased risk of birth defects, with a prevalence of major birth defects consistent across all pregnant women regardless of contraceptive use.
A University of Cincinnati study using RNA-sequencing analysis on a pregnant cockroach has identified 11,000 possible genes, with unique expressed genes corresponding to each developmental stage. The research holds potential for understanding how stress during pregnancy affects both mother and offspring in mammals.
A recent analysis found that using paroxetine during the first trimester of pregnancy may increase newborns' risk of congenital malformations and cardiac malformations. The study suggests that the benefits of antidepressants during pregnancy are questionable, and non-use or alternative treatments like psychotherapy may be a better option.
A study found that women with breast cancer who received chemotherapy and triptorelin had a higher long-term probability of ovarian function recovery without affecting pregnancy rates or disease-free survival. The treatment showed modest benefits regarding potential prevention of treatment-associated infertility.
A new study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology found that metformin decreases the production of toxins elevated in preeclampsia and helps heal injured blood vessels. The drug is considered safe during pregnancy, offering a potential new treatment option for women with preeclampsia.
The UK's failure to fortify flour with folic acid has caused around 2000 avoidable cases of neural tube defects since 1998. Researchers recommend adopting the US policy to curb associated deaths and disability, citing a potential fall in prevalence of 21% if implemented.
Research found that immigrant parents in Canada had a lower rate of preterm birth compared to their Canadian-born counterparts. The study also identified specific countries with higher rates of preterm birth among certain groups.
A study published in JAMA Pediatrics found that antidepressants used during the final two trimesters of pregnancy were associated with an increased risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children. The study, which analyzed data on over 145,000 pregnancies and infants, found a significant increase in ASD diagnoses among children exp...
A recent study published in JAMA Pediatrics has found that taking antidepressants during pregnancy significantly increases the risk of autism in children. The study analyzed data from over 145,000 pregnancies and found an 87% increased risk of autism when antidepressants were used during the second or third trimester.
A new Canadian guideline provides recommendations for diagnosing fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), a neurodevelopmental disorder resulting from prenatal alcohol exposure. The guideline recommends counseling women and their partners about abstinence during pregnancy, screening pregnant women for alcohol use, and conducting complet...
A study combining parents' and professionals' views sets research priorities for stillbirth, identifying areas such as ultrasound evaluation and bereavement care as key focuses. The study received over 1600 responses, providing valuable insights into the complexities of stillbirth and its impact on families.
Research shows that inadequate prenatal iron intake can exert subtle effects on infant brain development. Higher dietary iron intake is associated with greater complexity and maturity of cortical gray matter, while lower intake is linked to lesser complexity and more immaturity.
New research involving over 450,000 Swedish women found that mothers who gained a moderate amount of weight between their first and second pregnancies increased the risk of their baby dying in its first year of life. Weight loss before pregnancy also reduced the likelihood of neonatal death in babies of overweight women.
A new study suggests that antibiotic use during the third trimester of pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of childhood wheeze. However, when confounding factors such as maternal infections and respiratory conditions are accounted for, the link between antibiotic use and childhood wheeze becomes less clear.
A Phase II randomized, placebo-controlled study found that taking estriol along with conventional medications helped RRMS patients avoid relapses. Estriol treatment improved cognition and prevented brain atrophy, potentially providing a one-two punch against the disease.
A recent study found that neural tube defects in Europe have not declined substantially over the past 20 years, despite long-standing recommendations for folic acid supplements. The study analyzed data from 11,000 cases and suggested that mandatory fortification of food staples with folic acid could be an effective means of prevention.
A new study from the University of Maryland School of Public Health examined why African American and Hispanic women have higher rates of unintended pregnancies than White women. Researchers found that unique factors such as maternal age, income, health insurance status, US born status, and educational level contributed to these dispar...
Research led by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health finds that blood from preschoolers contains molecular evidence of prenatal smoking exposure, detectable 5 years post-birth. The study uses epigenetic analysis to identify a signature associated with smoking during pregnancy, which may also be linked to other toxins and hea...
A recent study published in Annals of Internal Medicine found that breastfeeding significantly lowers the risk of developing type 2 diabetes after gestational diabetes. Women who exclusively or mostly breastfed for at least two months after giving birth were half as likely to develop type 2 diabetes within two years after delivery.
Physicians' conscientious objections to assisted death will be respected in Canada, with a system created to allow patients to receive medical support for dying while vulnerable patients and caregivers fight their doctors for rights. A direct service will be offered to patients, and physicians informed of the service.
A new study suggests parasitic worms can impact human reproduction rates, with roundworms increasing childbearing by up to two more children than uninfected women, while hookworms decrease it by up to three fewer children.
A recent study published in American Journal of Epidemiology found that moderate amounts of caffeine during pregnancy do not harm the child's intelligence or behavior. Researchers analyzed data from 2,197 expectant mothers and found no associations between maternal caffeine intake and childhood obesity or behavioral problems.
Research by UCSB anthropologists found that parasitic intestinal worms can impact the timing of pregnancies among Tsimane women, with hookworm infection increasing intervals between births and roundworm infection shortening them. This study suggests helminth infections may affect demographic patterns in developing populations.
Women with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder have a higher risk of miscarriage, particularly within three years before or after disease onset. Preeclampsia is also more common among women with the condition, especially those with multiple autoimmune disorders or previous miscarriages.
A new study has revealed key steps for hospitals to improve care for pregnant mums and babies in cases of term stillbirth. The investigation found 'missed opportunities' that could have potentially saved baby lives, highlighting areas such as diabetes testing, fetal growth monitoring, and bereavement care.
Achieving a healthy weight before becoming pregnant significantly reduces the risk of infant death in the first year of life. Gaining an appropriate amount of weight during pregnancy also plays a crucial role in infant mortality.
Researchers investigated skin samples from pregnant women with recent-formed stretch marks, finding disrupted elastic fibers that remain damaged after giving birth. The study suggests that preserving existing elastic fibers may be a more effective approach than repairing damaged ones within stretch marks.
A recent study published in Stem Cell Reports suggests that genetic identical twins may exhibit uneven growth as early as the first few days after conception. This phenomenon occurs when two inner cell masses within a single embryo are at different stages of development, leading to unequal growth throughout pregnancy.
A new study found that financial incentives significantly increase engagement with stop-smoking services and improve quitting rates among pregnant smokers. The report's findings support the use of these incentives as a sound investment in public health, particularly in high-income countries.
A new platform, GEneSTATION, combines diverse 'omics' data with life history information to advance scientific understanding of human pregnancy. Researchers hope it will lead to new treatments for preterm birth and other complications.
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) affect approximately 7,000 UK infants annually, causing irreversible brain damage and long-term health issues. The UK lags behind other developed countries in FASD research, leading to confusion among pregnant women and inadequate support for those affected.
A Dartmouth College-led study finds that children born to mothers exposed to higher levels of arsenic during pregnancy are at a greater risk of infections and respiratory symptoms within their first year of life. This increased susceptibility may signal a greater risk of later-life allergic diseases or respiratory impairment.
A recent study published by Hospital for Special Surgery has identified complement activation as a strong predictor of adverse pregnancy outcomes in women with lupus. Elevated levels of Bb and sC5b-9 were found to be associated with an over 50% increase in the rate of pregnancy complications.
Recent studies focus on hypertension in overweight and obese adolescents, revealing under-diagnosis despite risk factors. Lead exposure in pregnancy is linked to higher blood pressure in young children. Microparticles released from cells cause fetal death, preeclampsia, and embryonic growth restriction in mice.
Researchers found pregnant women with depression symptoms spend more time sitting down, leading to greater weight gain and higher risk of gestational diabetes. Reducing sitting time may improve metabolic health during pregnancy.
A NOAA-led team found that only 20% of pregnant dolphins in Barataria Bay gave birth to healthy calves, compared to an 83% success rate in a similar population. The study also revealed high rates of reproductive failure and death among dolphins exposed to oil from the Deepwater Horizon spill.
Researchers found that women with higher levels of abdominal fat during their first trimester are at a greater risk of developing gestational diabetes later on. The study used ultrasound scans to measure visceral and total abdominal fat, both of which were predictors of gestational diabetes.
Dr. Christine Olson, a renowned expert in fetal-maternal nutrition, has been named the March of Dimes Agnes Higgins honoree. Her research has provided critical information on the risks of excessive weight gain during pregnancy and its impact on baby health.