Diabetes
Improvement needed in gestational diabetes education: Study
Shanna McCutcheon, 32, was shocked and fearful after being diagnosed with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in her second trimester.
Nov 15, 2018
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Diabetes
Pre-pregnancy body fat, in-pregnancy weight gain, gestational diabetes combine to increase risk of high birthweight
A new study shows that a woman's pre-pregnancy body fat (adiposity), in-pregnancy weight gain, and presence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) can all combine to steeply increase the risk of giving birth to large-for-gestational ...
Apr 9, 2013
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Diabetes
cfDNA sequencing enhances non-invasive early detection of gestational diabetes
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a prevalent pregnancy complication posing significant health risks to both mothers and their newborns. Early detection and treatment of GDM are crucial to prevent adverse outcomes. Current ...
Feb 1, 2024
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Pediatrics
Researchers identify factors associated with lower breastfeeding duration for mothers with higher BMIs
A multi-nation cohort analysis found that inflammation and cesarean section delivery in mothers with higher body mass index are connected to shorter duration of breastfeeding, providing potential targets for intervention.
Jun 22, 2023
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Diabetes
Biomarker ID'd for pregnancy-induced glucose intolerance
(HealthDay)—One measurement of plasma glycated CD59 (pGCD59) in pregnancy can predict glucose intolerance, according to a study published online May 3 in Diabetes Care.
May 11, 2017
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Diabetes
Babies get a better chance to escape a dangerous health cycle, study highlights
A promising step forward in stopping an intergenerational cycle of birth complications, diabetes and obesity associated with gestational diabetes has been made by researchers at the University of Sydney.
Dec 7, 2012
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Pregnancy associated hypertension associated with increased frequency of subsequent hypertension, metabolic syndrome
In a study to be presented on Feb. 5 in an oral concurrent session at the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine's annual meeting, The Pregnancy Meeting, in San Diego, researchers of the MFMU Network will present findings of ...
Feb 2, 2015
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Boy babies at greater risk of pregnancy complications
New research led by the University of Adelaide has confirmed that boy babies are much more likely to experience potentially life-threatening outcomes at birth than girls.
Jul 11, 2016
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Diabetes
Higher dietary quality associated with improved glycemic control in women with GDM
A new study has found that higher dietary quality was associated with improved overall glycemic control and postprandial glycemic control in women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). The association between dietary ...
Nov 12, 2018
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Diabetes
Air pollution exposure while pregnant linked to higher gestational diabetes risk
Pregnant women who live in Southern California areas with poor air quality have an increased risk of developing gestational diabetes mellitus, according to a recent study led by the University of California, Irvine. The findings ...
Oct 5, 2021
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