Heat exposure during pregnancy can lead to a lifetime of health problems
Climate change is one of the greatest public health threats humanity has ever faced.
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Urogenital Diseases: News and Research on Premature Birth
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Study shows cannabis use disorder during pregnancy increases by more than 20% after cannabis legalization in Canada
In October 2018, Canada enacted the Cannabis Act in Canada (CAC), which legalized the non-medical use of cannabis. A new study has found that the rate of cannabis-related disorders diagnosed among pregnant women in the Canadian ...
Jun 20, 2024
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Study shows magnesium sulfate reduces risk of cerebral palsy and death for very preterm babies
An international research collaboration conducting a comprehensive review of studies from across the globe has reaffirmed that magnesium sulfate, a medication widely used during pregnancy, significantly reduces the risk of ...
Jun 7, 2024
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Pregnancy is an engineering challenge—diagnosing, treating preterm birth requires understanding its mechanics
Why are babies born prematurely? Researchers still don't really know.
Jun 5, 2024
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One in eight pregnant people have a disability, but report shows gaps exist in the provision of accessible care
People with disabilities account for 13% of all pregnancies in Ontario, but a new report shows that this population was more likely to experience pregnancy complications such as emergency department visits, hospitalizations, ...
May 28, 2024
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New study shows heat waves increase risk of preterm, early-term birth
The increased frequency and intensity of heat waves due to climate change puts women at a higher risk of experiencing preterm and early-term labor—jeopardizing the health and well-being of their babies.
May 27, 2024
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Brushing and flossing teeth can reduce pregnancy-associated gingivitis
A study conducted by researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry has shown that nurse-led oral hygiene education has been proved to reduce gingival inflammation in pregnant women. The findings ...
May 23, 2024
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Study sheds light on bacteria associated with pre-term birth
Researchers from North Carolina State University have found that multiple species of Gardnerella, bacteria sometimes associated with bacterial vaginosis (BV) and pre-term birth, can coexist in the same vaginal microbiome. ...
May 20, 2024
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How did the early COVID-19 pandemic impact birth outcomes in Australia?
New data from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) explores outcomes of mothers and their babies during the early years of the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 8, 2024
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Study shows 60% of women with disabilities view cannabis as a 'harmless' drug
A growing number of states and territories in the United States have legalized medical and recreational cannabis use. As such, recreational cannabis has been associated with a lower perception of risk of harm in the general ...
May 7, 2024
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