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Alabama Supreme court ruling on frozen embryos sparks debate

A recent ruling by the Alabama Supreme Court has sparked a heated debate over the legal status of frozen embryos.
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Plant-based diets during pregnancy linked to higher risk of preeclampsia

The popularity of plant-based diets has increased in recent years, mainly driven by environmental and animal welfare concerns.
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The heightened health risks climate change has on children and pregnant women

On Tuesday, UN agencies issued a pressing appeal for immediate action, emphasising the significant health threats confronting women, infants, and children as the climate crisis continues to escalate.
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Breastfeeding at work: Ensuring the wellbeing of mothers

Matt Thornton from CoolMed examines legislation regarding breastfeeding at work, safe storage of breast milk, and the importance of proper storage facilities.
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Promising gestational diabetes treatment for pregnant women

Metformin offers pregnant women hope as an effective alternative for gestational diabetes treatment and management worldwide Scientists at the University of Galway have made notable progress in treating gestational diabetes mellitus following a clinical study involving pregnant women, offering renewed optimism to pregnant women dealing with this condition. The findings from...
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Research connects job loss to increased risk of miscarriage and stillbirth

A study published in Human Reproduction reveals a concerning association between job loss and a heightened risk of miscarriage and stillbirth.
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An introduction to spina bifida and its available treatments

Dr Nauf AlBendar, Doctor of Clinical Medicine & Founder of The Womb Effect, introduces spina bifida, the primary cause of foetal loss and substantial disabilities in newborns.
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The secret genetic risk of schizophrenia uncovered

The secret of the genetic risk of schizophrenia has been hiding in plain sight — the placenta, says the groundbreaking study conducted by the Lieber Institute for Brain Development.
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Impact of maternal and early-life high-fat diets on children and adults

How does eating a high-fat diet during pregnancy or in early life affect your health? Researchers tested on rat offspring to study how diet impacts future preferences.
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Japan’s health ministry approves first abortion pill in its history

Japan’s health ministry has approved the country’s first abortion pill, following many discussions over controversial rules of consent.
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Could a global maternal Strep B vaccination program save lives?

A global maternal Strep B vaccination program could save millions in lives and healthcare costs.
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Predicting placenta accreta through blood panels

Researchers have identified circulating microparticle proteins with the ability to predict placenta accrete spectrum cases before their delivery, allowing improved mortality and morbidity for mothers.
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Drinking during pregnancy changes baby’s brain

Drinking during pregnancy, even in low to moderate amounts, can change the baby’s brain structure and delay brain development.
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How pregnancy changes the brain: 70% of women experience mental health issues

Pregnancy changes the brain in profound and long-lasting ways, affecting brain physiology, mood and behaviour.
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SaliStick: World’s first saliva-based pregnancy test

The world’s first saliva-based pregnancy test is a non-invasive, easy and hygienic way to detect hormones, viruses and even diseases.
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Pregnant women die more from homicide than any other cause in the US

Pregnant women are more in danger of dying by homicide from intimate partner violence than any other cause of maternal death, including sepsis and haemorrhages.
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Do PCOS symptoms vary depending on where you live?

Women's PCOS symptoms vary from state to state in America and are influenced by race and general health, here's why.
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What hidden carcinogenic chemicals are pregnant women exposed to?

Common ingredients used in dyes, pigments and plastics can contain carcinogenic chemicals which could potentially harm child development if used by pregnant women.
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What is the science behind IVF failure?

Researchers find that IVF failure is commonly due to spontaneous errors in the early phases of cell division which causes so many human embryos to fail to develop.
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A revolution in AI: diagnosing cystic hygroma early on

A unique Artificial Intelligence-based deep learning model can identify birth defects in fetal ultrasounds early on .

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