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Expectant moms: Take care and don't panic about coronavirus

Expectant moms: Take care and don't panic about coronavirus

(HealthDay)—As coronavirus continues to spread, pregnant women may be especially anxious.But a University of California, Los Angeles expert says there's no reason to panic.Whileexpectant mot

Expectant moms: Take care and don't panic about coronavirus

(HealthDay)—As coronavirus continues to spread, pregnant women may be especially anxious.But a University of California, Los Angeles expert says there's no reason to panic.Whileexpectant mot
Maternal egg consumption not tied to egg allergy in offspring

Maternal egg consumption not tied to egg allergy in offspring

by Lori SolomonDevelopment of egg allergy at 12 months is unaffected by maternal egg consumption during the very early neonatal period, according to a study published July 10 inJAMA Network Open

Maternal egg consumption not tied to egg allergy in offspring

by Lori SolomonDevelopment of egg allergy at 12 months is unaffected by maternal egg consumption during the very early neonatal period, according to a study published July 10 inJAMA Network Open
Women's pain is often not believed—here's how to make your voice heard when seeking help

Women's pain is often not believed—here's how to make your voice heard when seeking help

by Annalise Weckesser,The ConversationCredit: AI-generated imageWhen you go to the doctor, you expect they'll listen to your concerns and help fix whatever problem you may be experiencing. B

Women's pain is often not believed—here's how to make your voice heard when seeking help

by Annalise Weckesser,The ConversationCredit: AI-generated imageWhen you go to the doctor, you expect they'll listen to your concerns and help fix whatever problem you may be experiencing. B
Low-level alcohol use during pregnancy can impact child's brain development

Low-level alcohol use during pregnancy can impact child's brain development

by University of SydneyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research from the University of Sydney finds that even low levels of alcohol consumption during pregnancy can have an impact on a chil

Low-level alcohol use during pregnancy can impact child's brain development

by University of SydneyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research from the University of Sydney finds that even low levels of alcohol consumption during pregnancy can have an impact on a chil
Simple blood test could determine preterm birth rate in low-resource countries

Simple blood test could determine preterm birth rate in low-resource countries

by The Ottawa HospitalStudy funded by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation shows blood test and mathematical model can accurately identify preterm babies without ultrasound. Photo shows researchers Dr.

Simple blood test could determine preterm birth rate in low-resource countries

by The Ottawa HospitalStudy funded by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation shows blood test and mathematical model can accurately identify preterm babies without ultrasound. Photo shows researchers Dr.
Recommendations developed for managing postpartum pain

Recommendations developed for managing postpartum pain

(HealthDay)—Recommendations for managing postpartum pain have been developed and published in a Committee Opinion online May 17 inObstetrics & Gynecology.Tekoa L. King, M.P.H., from the Amer

Recommendations developed for managing postpartum pain

(HealthDay)—Recommendations for managing postpartum pain have been developed and published in a Committee Opinion online May 17 inObstetrics & Gynecology.Tekoa L. King, M.P.H., from the Amer
Paid family leave found to boost postpartum well-being, breastfeeding rates

Paid family leave found to boost postpartum well-being, breastfeeding rates

by Kristin Samuelson,Northwestern UniversityInfant and maternal health benefits of breastfeeding abound, including gastrointestinal function and neurodevelopment in infants. Postpartum individua

Paid family leave found to boost postpartum well-being, breastfeeding rates

by Kristin Samuelson,Northwestern UniversityInfant and maternal health benefits of breastfeeding abound, including gastrointestinal function and neurodevelopment in infants. Postpartum individua
Improving body positivity during and after pregnancy could lead to healthier mothers and children

Improving body positivity during and after pregnancy could lead to healthier mothers and children

by Massachusetts General HospitalCredit: CC0 Public DomainPregnancy is often thought of as a time of excitement and anticipation.But for some pregnant and postpartum individuals, the normal physi

Improving body positivity during and after pregnancy could lead to healthier mothers and children

by Massachusetts General HospitalCredit: CC0 Public DomainPregnancy is often thought of as a time of excitement and anticipation.But for some pregnant and postpartum individuals, the normal physi
Benzodiazepine use before conception is linked to increased risk of ectopic pregnancy

Benzodiazepine use before conception is linked to increased risk of ectopic pregnancy

by European Society of Human Reproduction and EmbryologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainWomen who use a class of tranquilisers called benzodiazepines before becoming pregnant are at greater risk of ecto

Benzodiazepine use before conception is linked to increased risk of ectopic pregnancy

by European Society of Human Reproduction and EmbryologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainWomen who use a class of tranquilisers called benzodiazepines before becoming pregnant are at greater risk of ecto
Exposure to 'forever chemicals' during pregnancy linked to increased risk of obesity in kids

Exposure to 'forever chemicals' during pregnancy linked to increased risk of obesity in kids

byBrown UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe risks of exposure to "forever chemicals" start even before birth, a new study confirms, potentially setting up children for futur

Exposure to 'forever chemicals' during pregnancy linked to increased risk of obesity in kids

byBrown UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe risks of exposure to "forever chemicals" start even before birth, a new study confirms, potentially setting up children for futur
Cardiopulmonary fitness is key for helping breast cancer patients manage post-diagnosis symptoms, say researchers

Cardiopulmonary fitness is key for helping breast cancer patients manage post-diagnosis symptoms, say researchers

by Adrianna MacPherson,University of AlbertaIndependent associations between health-related fitness variables and breast cancer-related symptoms in newly diagnosed breast cancer patients. (A) Mo

Cardiopulmonary fitness is key for helping breast cancer patients manage post-diagnosis symptoms, say researchers

by Adrianna MacPherson,University of AlbertaIndependent associations between health-related fitness variables and breast cancer-related symptoms in newly diagnosed breast cancer patients. (A) Mo
Detecting pregnancy risks earlier

Detecting pregnancy risks earlier

by Flinders UniversityCredit: PexelsResearchers from Flinders University and the Robinson Research Institute at the University of Adelaide have identified distinctive biological markers that coul

Detecting pregnancy risks earlier

by Flinders UniversityCredit: PexelsResearchers from Flinders University and the Robinson Research Institute at the University of Adelaide have identified distinctive biological markers that coul