Federal WIC program may boost pregnancy outcomes for women, newborns
Pregnant women enrolled in a federal aid program have better outcomes than those who are struggling to put food on the table, new research shows.
Jul 7, 2024
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Pregnant women enrolled in a federal aid program have better outcomes than those who are struggling to put food on the table, new research shows.
Jul 7, 2024
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Gaps remain in the understanding of women's psychological needs during and after pregnancy, despite recent improvements in clinical practice, research suggests.
Jun 25, 2024
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When you're expecting a baby, you hope nothing goes wrong. But at least one in 20 people who are pregnant develop a scary complication called preeclampsia, a high blood pressure disorder that kills 70,000 women and 500,000 ...
Jun 24, 2024
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In the United States, an estimated 58,000 pregnant women enter correctional facilities each year, with many presumed innocent while awaiting trial. The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade has profound implications ...
Jun 11, 2024
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Prospective parents experience heightened levels of depression and traumatic stress after the detection of fetal anomalies leading to termination of pregnancy, according to a study published online June 20 in BJOG: An International ...
Jul 8, 2024
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Childhood obesity is a growing global public health concern, significantly increasing the risk of various health issues later in life. Factors contributing to obesity include genetic, socioeconomic, behavioral, and environmental ...
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Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a class of chemicals extensively used in consumer goods production due to their hydrophobic and oleophobic properties and stability. However, their persistence in the environment and ...
Jun 24, 2024
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With summer temperatures soaring, pregnant women need to be extra cautious to avoid heat-related health issues. The body's natural cooling mechanisms are already working overtime during pregnancy, making it more difficult ...
Jun 19, 2024
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Researchers from King's have identified evidence to suggest that lifestyle changes could offset the risk of some adult heart disorders that result from maternal obesity and changes in fetal heart development.
Jul 9, 2024
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"The NHS's relentless focus on finance and productivity is failing patient safety," argues patient safety commissioner Henrietta Hughes in an interview for The BMJ today.
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