Global rates of cesarean section on the rise since 2000

(HealthDay)—Global cesarean section (CS) rates are increasing, according to one in a series of three papers published online Oct. 11 inThe Lancet.Ties Boerma, Ph.D., from the University of Manit

Updated on: March 16,2024

Global rates of cesarean section on the rise since 2000

(HealthDay)—Global cesarean section (CS) rates are increasing, according to one in a series of three papers published online Oct. 11 inThe Lancet.Ties Boerma, Ph.D., from the University of Manit

Updated on:March 16,2024

Children exposed to antiseizure meds during pregnancy face neurodevelopmental risks, study finds

byDrexel UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainChildren born to mothers who take antiseizure medications to manage seizures and psychiatric conditions during pregnancy may face increased ri

Updated on: November 28,2024

Children exposed to antiseizure meds during pregnancy face neurodevelopmental risks, study finds

byDrexel UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainChildren born to mothers who take antiseizure medications to manage seizures and psychiatric conditions during pregnancy may face increased ri

Updated on:November 28,2024

Poor maternal heart health results in preterm birth, low birthweight, cesarean birth

by Marissa Shapiro,Vanderbilt UniversityBaby on mother's belly right after birth. Credit: Tom Adriaenssen/Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 2.0With researchers from the University of Massachusetts Boston,

Updated on: June 29,2024

Poor maternal heart health results in preterm birth, low birthweight, cesarean birth

by Marissa Shapiro,Vanderbilt UniversityBaby on mother's belly right after birth. Credit: Tom Adriaenssen/Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 2.0With researchers from the University of Massachusetts Boston,

Updated on:June 29,2024

Study reveals disparities in childbearing by race and education level

by Yale UniversityTotal fertility rate by race/ethnicity and year, United States 2000-15. Source: authors' calculations using American Community Survey (2010-2015). Credit:China Populat

Updated on: May 27,2024

Study reveals disparities in childbearing by race and education level

by Yale UniversityTotal fertility rate by race/ethnicity and year, United States 2000-15. Source: authors' calculations using American Community Survey (2010-2015). Credit:China Populat

Updated on:May 27,2024

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

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

Common genetic origins discovered behind uterine fibroids and endometriosis

by University of OuluCredit: University of OuluA major international study revealed that the two most common female reproductive system diseases, uterine fibroids and endometriosis, have common geneti

Updated on: March 19,2024

Common genetic origins discovered behind uterine fibroids and endometriosis

by University of OuluCredit: University of OuluA major international study revealed that the two most common female reproductive system diseases, uterine fibroids and endometriosis, have common geneti

Updated on:March 19,2024

Study detects origins of Huntington's disease in two-week-old human embryos

by Rockefeller UniversityResearchers can examine the early effects of mutations using lab-generated human embryos that mimic the first stages of development. Credit: Laboratory of Stem Cell Biolo

Updated on: May 31,2024

Study detects origins of Huntington's disease in two-week-old human embryos

by Rockefeller UniversityResearchers can examine the early effects of mutations using lab-generated human embryos that mimic the first stages of development. Credit: Laboratory of Stem Cell Biolo

Updated on:May 31,2024

Exercise found to reduce menopausal symptoms in cancer survivors

by University of QueenslandCredit: CC0 Public DomainPhysical activity can reduce the severity of early menopausal symptoms in women who have had cancer treatment, a University of Queensland study

Updated on: April 11,2024

Exercise found to reduce menopausal symptoms in cancer survivors

by University of QueenslandCredit: CC0 Public DomainPhysical activity can reduce the severity of early menopausal symptoms in women who have had cancer treatment, a University of Queensland study

Updated on:April 11,2024

Maternal depressive symptoms linked to slower fetal growth

by Elana GotkineMaternal depressive symptoms are associated with slower fetal growth rate in the critical rapid growth stage (CRGS) before delivery, according to a study published online Dec. 4 in&nbs

Updated on: January 13,2024

Maternal depressive symptoms linked to slower fetal growth

by Elana GotkineMaternal depressive symptoms are associated with slower fetal growth rate in the critical rapid growth stage (CRGS) before delivery, according to a study published online Dec. 4 in&nbs

Updated on:January 13,2024

Oxycodone prescriptions after delivery not linked to longer-term opioid use compared to codeine

byCanadian Medical Association JournalCredit: CC0 Public DomainPostpartum prescriptions for oxycodone were not associated with increased risk of longer-term opioid use compared to codeine prescr

Updated on: January 18,2024

Oxycodone prescriptions after delivery not linked to longer-term opioid use compared to codeine

byCanadian Medical Association JournalCredit: CC0 Public DomainPostpartum prescriptions for oxycodone were not associated with increased risk of longer-term opioid use compared to codeine prescr

Updated on:January 18,2024