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Years before pregnancy, routine bloodwork may already signal which women will face one of its riskiest complications
Small abnormalities in blood sugar, blood lipids and inflammation several years before pregnancy are linked to an increased risk of high blood pressure during pregnancy and preeclampsia, according to a study from Karolinska ...
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Targeted maternal screening could prevent rare, deadly leukemia in the US
A deadly form of leukemia may be stopped before it ever develops by introducing targeted maternal screening in the United States, according to new research. The national study, led by physician-scientists at Sylvester Comprehensive ...
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Sedatives in pregnancy not linked to psychiatric disorders in children
A large South Korean study published by The BMJ finds no increased risk of psychiatric or neurodevelopmental disorders, such as ADHD and autism, in children whose mothers used sedative drugs (benzodiazepines or Z-hypnotics) ...
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These overlooked pregnancy symptoms can signal a life-threatening turn before anyone sees it coming
Ten previously unknown symptoms may indicate an increased risk of severe seizures in pregnant women with preeclampsia—enabling timely preventive treatment for the right patients. The findings, published in PLOS Medicine, ...
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Placental contractions may occur in 6 of 10 healthy pregnancies, MRI scans reveal
The placenta contracts independently of the rest of the uterine wall, as seen in around 60% of 36 MRI-scanned healthy pregnancies, according to a new study published in the journal PLOS One by Louise Dewick of the University ...
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New research signals a promising advance in endometriosis diagnosis
The Nuffield Department of Women's & Reproductive Health at the University of Oxford, together with Serac Healthcare Limited, announces the publication of Phase 2 data in The Lancet Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The findings ...
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Placental insufficiency during pregnancy is associated with memory alterations years after childbirth
The vascular imbalance that occurs in some pregnancies may leave a lasting imprint beyond childbirth. A study led by the Sant Pau Research Institute (IR Sant Pau), published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, ...
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Not all organs age alike: AI unveils the molecular impact of menopause across the female body
Despite affecting half of the world's population, menopause has historically been understudied and misunderstood, both in biomedical research and clinical practice. However, with the increase in life expectancy, the number ...
Apr 29, 2026
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Survey finds many women still believe mammograms should start at age 50—experts say age 40
A new national survey reveals many women are unsure about when to start mammogram screening for breast cancer and believe they should start later than doctors recommend.
Apr 29, 2026
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Can neuroscience shed light on pregnancy complications?
Pregnancy risks suddenly spike after age 35, something doctors generally attribute to problems with the fertilized egg. But Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute postdoctoral scholar Blake Laham is not convinced that's the whole ...
Apr 29, 2026
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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.
Apr 28, 2026
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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. ...
Apr 28, 2026
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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 ...
Apr 28, 2026
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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