Pregnancy linked to higher risk of death from traumatic injury, study finds

by Perelman School of Medicine at the University of PennsylvaniaCredit: CC0 Public DomainStudies have found that one in six pregnant women have been abused by a partner - beaten, stabbed, shot, o

Updated on: June 07,2024 4

Pregnancy linked to higher risk of death from traumatic injury, study finds

by Perelman School of Medicine at the University of PennsylvaniaCredit: CC0 Public DomainStudies have found that one in six pregnant women have been abused by a partner - beaten, stabbed, shot, o

Updated on:June 07,2024 4

Midwives can play a role in supporting pregnant women to reduce drug use

byFlinders UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainMidwives are in a prime position to help support pregnant women to stop or cut down on alcohol and other drug use and to improve outcomes for the wo

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Midwives can play a role in supporting pregnant women to reduce drug use

byFlinders UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainMidwives are in a prime position to help support pregnant women to stop or cut down on alcohol and other drug use and to improve outcomes for the wo

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Babies have air pollution particles in their lungs and brains before they take their first breath

by University of AberdeenCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainUnborn babies have air pollution particles in their developing lungs and other vital organs as early as the first trimester, new research

Updated on: April 03,2024 10

Babies have air pollution particles in their lungs and brains before they take their first breath

by University of AberdeenCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainUnborn babies have air pollution particles in their developing lungs and other vital organs as early as the first trimester, new research

Updated on:April 03,2024 10

Planned home birth presents little risk where midwifery is well-integrated: study

by University of British ColumbiaCredit: CC0 Public DomainIn the state of Washington, a planned home birth with a licensed midwife is just as safe as a birth at a licensed birth center.Researcher

Updated on: May 16,2024 6

Planned home birth presents little risk where midwifery is well-integrated: study

by University of British ColumbiaCredit: CC0 Public DomainIn the state of Washington, a planned home birth with a licensed midwife is just as safe as a birth at a licensed birth center.Researcher

Updated on:May 16,2024 6

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

Updated on: January 17,2024 12

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

Updated on:January 17,2024 12

Clinical study suggests measuring uterine muscle activity could inform strategies for safer and faster childbirth

byNational Institutes of HealthA pregnant person rests their abdomen on the SQUID Array for Reproductive Assessment (SARA). Credit: SARA Research Center, University of Arkansas for Medical Scien

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Clinical study suggests measuring uterine muscle activity could inform strategies for safer and faster childbirth

byNational Institutes of HealthA pregnant person rests their abdomen on the SQUID Array for Reproductive Assessment (SARA). Credit: SARA Research Center, University of Arkansas for Medical Scien

Updated on:January 15,2024 19

How the right words matter when diagnosing women with polycystic ovary syndrome

by University of SurreyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe language used by doctors when diagnosing female patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can negatively impact their well-being

Updated on: March 30,2024 20

How the right words matter when diagnosing women with polycystic ovary syndrome

by University of SurreyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe language used by doctors when diagnosing female patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can negatively impact their well-being

Updated on:March 30,2024 20

During outbreak, most pregnant women had high Zika awareness

(HealthDay)—Pregnant women had a high level of awareness about Zika virus during the 2016 outbreak, according to a study published in the May issue ofEmerging Infectious Diseases.Letitia William

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During outbreak, most pregnant women had high Zika awareness

(HealthDay)—Pregnant women had a high level of awareness about Zika virus during the 2016 outbreak, according to a study published in the May issue ofEmerging Infectious Diseases.Letitia William

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Home births are three times more dangerous than hospital deliveries: study

by American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the NegevCredit: CC0 Public DomainWomen who give birth in non-hospital settings are three times more likely to encounter complications and perinat

Updated on: May 18,2024 5

Home births are three times more dangerous than hospital deliveries: study

by American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the NegevCredit: CC0 Public DomainWomen who give birth in non-hospital settings are three times more likely to encounter complications and perinat

Updated on:May 18,2024 5

Many healthy women have labor induced for no medical reason, study shows

by Hannah Dahlen, Ank de Jonge, Lilian Peters and Soo Downe,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainPregnant women in Australia are increasingly having their labors induced rather than giving b

Updated on: May 18,2024 3

Many healthy women have labor induced for no medical reason, study shows

by Hannah Dahlen, Ank de Jonge, Lilian Peters and Soo Downe,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainPregnant women in Australia are increasingly having their labors induced rather than giving b

Updated on:May 18,2024 3

Vaginal suppository containing Lactobacilli can prevent recurrent cystitis in women

byOkayama University(Left) Microbiota of recurrent cystitis is significantly different from that of uncomplicated cystitis and healthy vaginal microbiota. (Right) But, the microbiota of recurren

Updated on: January 19,2024 14

Vaginal suppository containing Lactobacilli can prevent recurrent cystitis in women

byOkayama University(Left) Microbiota of recurrent cystitis is significantly different from that of uncomplicated cystitis and healthy vaginal microbiota. (Right) But, the microbiota of recurren

Updated on:January 19,2024 14

Publication of ARRIVE trial linked to increase in 39-week induction

by Elana GotkineAn increase in 39-week induction rates and a decrease in cesarean delivery (CD) rates were seen following publication of A Randomized Trial of Induction vs. Expectant Management (ARRIV

Updated on: January 19,2024 12

Publication of ARRIVE trial linked to increase in 39-week induction

by Elana GotkineAn increase in 39-week induction rates and a decrease in cesarean delivery (CD) rates were seen following publication of A Randomized Trial of Induction vs. Expectant Management (ARRIV

Updated on:January 19,2024 12