Exposure to these metals may alter pregnancy hormones
Research in Puerto Rico indicates how exposure to toxic metals can disrupt pregnancy hormones. That disruption can cause preterm birth and low birth weight.
Dec. 21, 2020 • ~5 min
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Infant health inequality has been rising since 2010
Between 1989 and 2010, infant health inequality gradually lessened. New research documents the opposite trend since then.
Dec. 9, 2020 • ~11 min
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Giving birth may affect how quickly you age
The number of times a person gives birth appears to affect the speed at which they age, researchers report.
Dec. 1, 2020 • ~7 min
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Free birth control cut unintended pregnancy income gap
New research indicates that the ACA's elimination of cost-sharing for contraception resulted in fewer unintended pregnancies, particularly among low-income families.
Nov. 9, 2020 • ~6 min
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Free birth control cut unintended pregnancy income gap
New research indicates that the ACA's elimination of cost-sharing for contraception resulted in fewer unintended pregnancies, particularly among low-income families.
Nov. 9, 2020 • ~6 min
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Americans’ odds of getting pregnant may peak in late fall
North Americans are most likely to succeed in getting pregnant in late November and early December, especially if they live in the US South.
Oct. 27, 2020 • ~5 min
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Why the FDA is warning pregnant women not to use over-the-counter pain relievers
Popular pain medicines sold over the counter could be bad for a developing fetus. A pharmacologist explains why, and why the FDA is warning pregnant women to avoid these drugs.
Oct. 21, 2020 • ~6 min
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Pregnant women with severe COVID face early delivery risk
Pregnant women with severe or critical COVID-19, and their infants, face higher health risks, both before and after delivery.
Oct. 9, 2020 • ~4 min
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Kids face mental health risks when moms used pot during pregnancy
New research finds a link between using marijuana during pregnancy and the risk of psychotic-like experiences, depression, and social problems for kids.
Sept. 28, 2020 • ~10 min
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Pregnancy during a pandemic: The stress of COVID-19 on pregnant women and new mothers is showing
Born into a coronavirus world: how new parents and infants can stay safe.
Sept. 23, 2020 • ~9 min
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