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Air pollution exposure in the womb linked to worse language and motor development
Babies exposed to high amounts of air pollution in the womb show slower signs of development at 18 months than those exposed to lower levels. A King's College London study is the first to investigate pollution exposure and ...
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Fluorescent quail embryos could help solve serious birth defects in humans
The quail is a small, unassuming bird that glides rather than flies and prefers to hide under bushes than to perch on top of a tree. And now, it's also helping scientists understand serious birth defects in humans.
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Racism and socioeconomic stress may alter pregnancy biology, leaving black women nearly three times more likely to die
Stresses experienced by black women, such as socioeconomic inequalities, may alter key processes in the body that predispose them to worse pregnancy outcomes than white women, a study by the University of Cambridge has found. ...
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Study finds new preeclampsia treatment may safely extend pregnancy
Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University investigators have developed and successfully tested a new treatment for pregnant women with severe early preeclampsia, a leading cause of premature birth as well as maternal and fetal ...
Apr 27, 2026
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A new explanation for the rise in heart disease risk after menopause
Virginia Tech scientists at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute say the increased risk of cardiovascular disease after menopause may stem not only from declining hormone levels, but also from how those changes influence ...
Apr 27, 2026
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Study suggests fibroid rates in Latina women may be lower than previously thought
Uterine fibroids may be less common in Latina women than earlier estimates suggested, according to new research. The study, led by researchers at Michigan Medicine, is one of the largest in the U.S. to confirm fibroid cases ...
Apr 27, 2026
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Does menopause cause a 'collagen cliff'? What you need to know
Collagen has become a staple of skincare advertising and social media wellness trends. But it is not just a buzzword.
Apr 27, 2026
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Daily blood pressure checks following birth could protect women after common pregnancy issue
Checking blood pressure daily at home could cut the risk of a future heart attack or stroke for new mothers who had high blood pressure during pregnancy, based on a study published in the journal Hypertension.
Apr 26, 2026
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Behavioral therapy + transcutaneous tibial nerve stimulation best for overactive bladder
For older women, behavioral therapy (BT) reduces overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms, with greater improvements seen in combination with transcutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (TTNS), according to a study published online ...
Apr 25, 2026
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Pregnancy condition sparks hidden blame, silent fear and lasting fallout for thousands of women
More than half of women with gestational diabetes are being subjected to "dangerous" stigma, taking a significant toll on their well-being. The new research led by King's College London and University College Cork has revealed ...
Apr 25, 2026
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'Natural' birth control risks unwanted pregnancy, experts warn
After taking the pill for a decade, Elodie Monnier Legrand decided to try "natural" birth control, an increasingly popular trend that requires tracking fertility to avoid becoming pregnant.
Apr 25, 2026
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Less than half of pregnant women with opioid use disorder receive meds
Less than half of pregnant women with opioid use disorder (OUD) receive medications for OUD (MOUD) during pregnancy, according to a study published online April 22 in Drug and Alcohol Dependence.
Apr 24, 2026
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Evaluating effectiveness of maternal RSV vaccination and nirsevimab for severe RSV-related illness in infants
A new study found that infants receiving maternal Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccination or Nirsevimab after birth had significantly lower RSV infection and health care use compared to unprotected infants. It also ...
Apr 24, 2026
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Maternal dairy intake consistent with recommendations linked to lower levels of specific human milk lipids
Results from a pilot study of 100 exclusively breastfeeding women suggest that maternal dairy intake is associated with decreased concentrations of numerous human milk lipids. Findings from the study will be presented at ...
Apr 24, 2026
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AI squeezes individual breast cells to learn how to spot cancer risk
Researchers at City of Hope, a cancer research and treatment organization, and the University of California, Berkeley, have created a novel microfluidic platform that can assess women's breast cancer risk at the cellular ...
Apr 23, 2026
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Selection model helps explain why most human pregnancies are singletons
Each month during a woman's menstrual cycle, an ovary prepares 10–20 antral follicles, fluid-filled sacs that hold immature eggs, for maturation. In most cycles, only one follicle is selected to undergo maturation, eventually ...
Apr 23, 2026
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Supplements for menopause: Here's what the evidence actually says
Social media is saturated with menopause solutions: powders for brain fog, gummies for sleep or capsules promising hormonal balance. Supplements such as magnesium, lion's mane, creatine and collagen are being marketed as ...
Apr 23, 2026
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Cancer during pregnancy has lasting psychological impact on the well-being of women, study finds
Women diagnosed with cancer in pregnancy face profound, long-term emotional and financial challenges, a new study from the University of Surrey finds. Researchers discover fragmented care and inadequate support exacerbate ...
Apr 23, 2026
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Dual-pathway blockade therapy offers hope for rare, hard-to-treat gynecological clear cell cancers
Before her cancer diagnosis in early 2017, 48-year-old Caitlin Delaney, who is based in Australia, had been struggling with a troubling mix of symptoms comprising extreme fatigue, chronic sinusitis, and appetite changes including ...
Apr 23, 2026
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Mobile app-based coaching can support healthy weight gain in pregnancy, new study finds
Obesity during pregnancy has been steadily increasing worldwide. In the United States, over 60% of pregnant individuals enter pregnancy overweight or obese, and more than half go on to exceed recommended gestational weight ...
COVID-19 may leave placental damage, but virus disappears after maternal recovery
A new Yale study published in JAMA Network Open finds that the virus that causes COVID-19 does not linger in placental tissue weeks to months after a pregnant woman recovers from infection—offering important reassurance for ...
Apr 22, 2026
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Mapping the hidden signals of breast cancer risk
Some of the earliest warning signs of breast cancer risk may be hidden deep within the molecular makeup of breast tissue—long before anything appears on a scan. To uncover those signals, researchers at MUSC Hollings Cancer ...
Apr 22, 2026
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Why endometriosis diagnosis takes so long: Primary care gaps, stigma, referral hurdles
Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus is also found outside the uterus. Symptoms include menstrual pain, chronic pelvic pain, pain during intercourse, and in ...
Apr 22, 2026
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Can the pill be side-effect free and taken on demand?
Preventing pregnancy is largely viewed as the responsibility of anyone who can become pregnant. It's a burden that can hold significant emotional, financial and physical weight (not just the bathroom scale kind).
Apr 22, 2026
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Standard treatment falls short for privately insured pregnant women with opioid use disorder, study finds
Opioid use disorder during pregnancy remains a critical yet under-addressed public health issue in the U.S., according to a new study at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health. Although effective, evidence-based ...
Apr 22, 2026
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