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Released: 25-May-2023 1:45 PM EDT
Sudden infant death syndrome may have biologic cause
Oxford University Press

Sudden infant death syndrome is a case where the death of an apparently healthy infant before their first birthday remains unexplained even after thorough investigation.

Newswise: Medicaid Reform Lies at the Heart of Efforts to Address the US Maternal Health Crisis
Released: 25-May-2023 12:05 PM EDT
Medicaid Reform Lies at the Heart of Efforts to Address the US Maternal Health Crisis
George Washington University

Medicaid must be part of any solution to address the current maternal mortality crisis and racial inequities in the United States, according to a new analysis by researchers at the George Washington University.

   
Newswise: Receiving treatment for postpartum depression ‘important for the entire family’
Released: 25-May-2023 10:35 AM EDT
Receiving treatment for postpartum depression ‘important for the entire family’
UT Southwestern Medical Center

Depression is considered the most common complication of childbirth, and new mothers shouldn’t feel ashamed or embarrassed about seeking mental health care and treatments including therapy and medication, advised experts at UT Southwestern Medical Center.

22-May-2023 11:55 AM EDT
Cleft lip caused by combination of genes and environment
University College London

A cleft lip or palate arises from the combined effects of genes and inflammatory risk factors experienced during pregnancy, such as smoking or infections, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.

Newswise: Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes Increase Stroke Risk
Released: 22-May-2023 4:05 PM EDT
Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes Increase Stroke Risk
Cedars-Sinai

Investigators from the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai found that women who experience an adverse pregnancy outcome—such as gestational hypertension, preeclampsia or preterm birth—have a higher risk of developing stroke in their lifetime, and at a younger age.

Released: 19-May-2023 6:35 PM EDT
New study finds COVID-19 mRNA booster vaccinations in early pregnancy did not increase miscarriage risk
HealthPartners Institute

HealthPartners Institute researchers have published new data in JAMA Network Open that shows monovalent COVID-19 booster vaccinations administered in early pregnancy (before 20 weeks’ gestation) were not associated with miscarriage. The research adds to the growing understanding about the safety of COVID-19 booster vaccinations among people who are pregnant.

Released: 19-May-2023 11:05 AM EDT
New subtypes identified in difficult-to-treat ovarian cancer – Potential for discovering new treatments
University of Helsinki

Every year, more than 40,000 women die of ovarian cancer in Europe. Ovarian cancer is a genetically very heterogeneous disease, which makes it exceptionally difficult to study and treat.

18-May-2023 10:50 AM EDT
COVID-19 Booster Vaccination in Early Pregnancy and Surveillance for Spontaneous Abortion
JAMA - Journal of the American Medical Association

In this case-control surveillance study of more than 100,000 pregnancies, COVID-19 booster vaccination in pregnancy was not associated with spontaneous abortion. These findings support the safety of recommendations for COVID-19 booster vaccination, including in pregnant populations.

Released: 18-May-2023 7:40 PM EDT
Rising rates of induced labor need to be reconsidered in the context of the UK maternity services staffing crisis, study suggests
City University London

A new study suggests that increasing rates of induction of labour (IOL) of pregnant women and people in the UK, without considering the accompanying, real-world impact on staffing workloads and patient care, may have unintended consequences.

Newswise: Yale Cancer Center and Smilow Cancer Hospital Physicians and Scientists Presenting Latest Advances at 2023 ASCO Annual Meeting
Released: 18-May-2023 12:50 PM EDT
Yale Cancer Center and Smilow Cancer Hospital Physicians and Scientists Presenting Latest Advances at 2023 ASCO Annual Meeting
Yale Cancer Center/Smilow Cancer Hospital

Yale Cancer Center and Smilow Cancer Hospital scientists and clinicians will present new research at the 2023 Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), June 2nd to June 6th at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois. This year’s scientific program will feature more than 2,900 abstracts, covering all major diseases and research areas, including breast, lung, head and neck, gynecological, prostate, and gastric cancers.

Released: 18-May-2023 8:25 AM EDT
Researchers Target Commonly Mutated or Deleted Gene in Gynecological Cancers
Sbarro Health Research Organization (SHRO)

A gene regulating the F-Box and WD Repeat Domain Containing 7 (FBXW7) protein is frequently mutated or deleted in various types of human cancer, including gynecological cancers.

Released: 16-May-2023 5:05 PM EDT
Science-focused messaging could help reduce cannabis use during pregnancy
Washington State University

In a new study published in Psychology of Addictive Behaviors, researchers at Washington State University found that conveying simple, scientific facts about how THC can harm a fetus was associated with reduced intentions to use cannabis while pregnant.

Released: 16-May-2023 1:40 PM EDT
Easier way to test for PFAS could help detect dangerous levels earlier
Michigan State University

Giving people at high risk of PFAS exposure the opportunity to easily self-test could improve access to testing for these “forever chemicals” and lead to the early detection of detrimental health conditions, according to a new Michigan State University study. The study tested an improved approach for people to collect their own blood samples to test for PFAS without being part of an academic research study.

   
Released: 16-May-2023 12:10 PM EDT
Occasional cannabis use during pregnancy may be enough to impact fetal growth significantly
Frontiers

As more people use cannabis for recreational purposes, attitudes towards the drug have changed. For example, research has shown that dispensaries often recommend cannabis – also referred to as marijuana – to pregnant women to ease pregnancy symptoms, especially morning sickness.

Newswise: Some cervical cancer patients at higher risk for UTIs after radical hysterectomies
Released: 16-May-2023 11:05 AM EDT
Some cervical cancer patients at higher risk for UTIs after radical hysterectomies
UT Southwestern Medical Center

Women with early-stage cervical cancer had significantly higher chances of developing catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) after radical hysterectomies if they were smokers or used a catheter for more than seven days post-surgery, UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers found in a study.

Newswise: Antibodies associated with rare disorder may signal future risk of heart attack and stroke
Released: 16-May-2023 8:05 AM EDT
Antibodies associated with rare disorder may signal future risk of heart attack and stroke
UT Southwestern Medical Center

Seemingly healthy people whose blood contained antibodies associated with a condition called antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) were significantly more likely to experience a cardiovascular event such as a heart attack or stroke than those without, a study led by UT Southwestern Medical Center scientists shows

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Released: 15-May-2023 8:30 PM EDT
Q&A: Update on mifepristone, federal court actions
University of Washington School of Medicine and UW Medicine

Dr. Sarah Prager looks at the impacts of recent federal court rulings on Washington state and nearby states, as well as the impact of rulings on miscarriage care.

Newswise: Patients favor telehealth for medication abortion consults
Released: 15-May-2023 8:05 PM EDT
Patients favor telehealth for medication abortion consults
University of Washington School of Medicine and UW Medicine

Even though they reported overall satisfaction with their care, the 10 who received care in a clinic facility portrayed their consultations as lengthy, chaotic and lacking comfort, the published paper said.

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Released: 15-May-2023 4:10 PM EDT
Spotlight: Maternal Mental Health Month
Cedars-Sinai

Most new mothers experience one or more changes in their mood before childbirth and for two weeks after the baby arrives.

Released: 15-May-2023 12:10 PM EDT
Managing menopause: Hormone therapy is back
Canadian Medical Association Journal

Hot flashes, night sweats and sleep disturbances are common symptoms of menopause that can affect health, quality of life and work productivity.

Released: 15-May-2023 11:05 AM EDT
New study finds the placenta, not only the brain, plays a central role in genetic risk of schizophrenia
Lieber Institute for Brain Development, Maltz Research Laboratories

More than 100 genes linked to the risk of schizophrenia seem to cause illness because of their role in the placenta rather than in the developing brain, according to a new study led by the Lieber Institute for Brain Development.

Released: 12-May-2023 4:25 PM EDT
Cervical cancer screening doubles when under-screened women are mailed testing kits
UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Researchers at the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health and UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center found mailing human papillomavirus (HPV) self-collection tests and offering assistance to book in-clinic screening appointments to under-screened, low-income women improved cervical cancer screening nearly two-fold compared to scheduling assistance alone.

Newswise: The Medical Minute: Baby meets mom and dad ― adorable and important
Released: 11-May-2023 9:40 AM EDT
The Medical Minute: Baby meets mom and dad ― adorable and important
Penn State Health

It’s often adorable, beautiful and touches your soul. It’s also essential for childhood development. A Penn State Health expert talks about why the first moments between mother and child are so important.

Newswise: After ECMO, Nothing Can Stop Martin
Released: 11-May-2023 9:00 AM EDT
After ECMO, Nothing Can Stop Martin
Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Martin is now 4 ½ and thriving.At birth, Martin went precious minutes without oxygen. A specialized team at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles raced to save his life—and his brain.

Released: 10-May-2023 1:45 PM EDT
Pandemic stress reshapes the placentas of expectant moms
Children's National Hospital

Elevated maternal stress during the COVID-19 pandemic changed the structure, texture and other qualities of the placenta in pregnant mothers – a critical connection between mothers and their unborn babies – according to new research from the Developing Brain Institute at Children’s National Hospital.

Newswise: Expecting a Baby? Consider These Tips Before Buying Swaddles, Carriers and Other Equipment
Released: 10-May-2023 9:00 AM EDT
Expecting a Baby? Consider These Tips Before Buying Swaddles, Carriers and Other Equipment
Children's Hospital Los Angeles

The wrong type of baby equipment—or using it incorrectly—could harm a child’s development and lead to hip issues. An orthopedic specialist at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles explains what all parents should know

Newswise: Desai Sethi Urology Institute Presents, Debates and is Recognized at AUA 2023
Released: 9-May-2023 1:30 PM EDT
Desai Sethi Urology Institute Presents, Debates and is Recognized at AUA 2023
University of Miami Health System, Miller School of Medicine

A banner year for Desai Sethi Urology Institute at urology’s premier meeting, the American Urological Association (AUA) 2023, held April 28-May 1 in Chicago where faculty and researchers led and debated during plenary sessions and presented novel research in topics spanning prostate and bladder cancers to sexual function and robotic surgery.

Released: 8-May-2023 3:50 PM EDT
New York’s fertility rate drops, average age of mothers rises
Cornell University

A decline in New York’s childbirth rate is showing no sign of reversing and many women are waiting longer to have children, according to newly compiled data from the Program in Applied Demographics (PAD) in the Cornell Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy.

1-May-2023 3:30 PM EDT
Comparing Management Strategies for Infants with Critical Left Heart Obstruction
American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS)

Each year, 3 out of 10,000 babies will be born with critical left heart obstruction (CLHO). Most infants born with severe left-sided cardiac defects, such as CLHO, require at least three major open-heart surgeries before the age of 5.

Released: 8-May-2023 11:00 AM EDT
Huntsman Cancer Institute Grows to More than a Million Square Feet of State-of-the-Art Cancer Space with Opening of $178 Million Kathryn F. Kirk Center
University of Utah Health

The Kathryn F. Kirk Center for Comprehensive Cancer Care and Women’s Cancers is a major expansion of Huntsman Cancer Institute, designed with the most advanced cancer care expertise and technology.

1-May-2023 4:15 PM EDT
Valved Sano Shunt Improves Immediate Outcomes Following Norwood Operation for Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS)

Hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS) is a birth defect that affects normal blood flow through the heart. As the baby develops during pregnancy, the left side of the heart does not form correctly. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that each year about 1,025 babies in the United States are born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome—about one out of every 3,841 babies each year.

Released: 5-May-2023 12:40 PM EDT
Calls for more positive health messaging around fertility
University College London

The language used to communicate fertility awareness should be more empathetic and target both men and women, finds a new study involving UCL researchers.

Released: 5-May-2023 11:55 AM EDT
Helping Health Care Providers Support Black Breastfeeding Families
University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing

Despite breastfeeding being recommended for at least two years, only 36 percent of all infants are still breastfed at their first birthday. Black/African American mothers are least likely to initiate breastfeeding with initiation rates of only 74 percent compared to 90 percent of Asian mothers with a national average of 84 percent. Given the disparities in breastfeeding initiation, there are likely to be equivalent disparities in breastfeeding duration.

Newswise: Happy worms have healthy eggs
Released: 4-May-2023 2:05 PM EDT
Happy worms have healthy eggs
Northwestern University

Worms might not be depressed, per se. But that doesn’t mean they can’t benefit from antidepressants.

Released: 3-May-2023 2:40 PM EDT
How Does Glucocorticoid Therapy Affect the Developing Cardiovascular System During Pregnancy?
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Glucocorticoid therapy is widely used during pregnancies at risk of premature delivery to promote fetal lung maturation. While it is an effective treatment, it can also trigger heart and blood vessel problems. New research published in The FASEB Journal uncovers the mechanisms behind the cardiovascular-related effects of the most commonly used glucocorticoids, Dexamethasone (Dex) and Betamethasone (Beta).

   
Released: 2-May-2023 2:30 PM EDT
Climate change affecting allergies, and other allergy news
Newswise

For millions of Americans that suffer from seasonal allergies (pollen and mold), climate change is exacerbating an earlier, longer, and overall worse allergy season.

Released: 2-May-2023 12:55 PM EDT
More than 5,000 tons of toxic chemicals released from consumer products every year inside homes and workplaces
Silent Spring Institute

People often assume that the products they use every day are safe. Now a new study by Silent Spring Institute and University of California, Berkeley exposes how much people come into contact with toxic ingredients in products, used at home and at work, that could harm their health.

   
Released: 2-May-2023 8:30 AM EDT
Study: Labor induction doesn’t always reduce caesarean birth risk or improve outcomes for term pregnancies
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

New findings conflict with previous national research: Women who underwent elective induction in this sample were more likely to have a cesarean birth compared with those who underwent expectant management.

Released: 2-May-2023 6:00 AM EDT
Estudo da Mayo Clinic quantifica os custos decorrentes dos sintomas de menopausa para as mulheres no ambiente de trabalho
Mayo Clinic

Sintomas relacionados com a menopausa, como ondas de calor, transpiração noturna, mudanças de humor, distúrbios do sono, dores nas articulações e dificuldades cognitivas prejudicam a qualidade de vida de milhões de mulheres. Eles também podem afetar adversamente as mulheres no ambiente de trabalho.

Released: 2-May-2023 6:00 AM EDT
Estudio de Mayo Clinic evalúa los costos derivados de los síntomas de la menopausia para las mujeres en el lugar de trabajo
Mayo Clinic

Los síntomas relacionados con la menopausia, como sofocos, sudoración nocturna, cambios en el estado de ánimo, alteraciones del sueño, dolores en las articulaciones y dificultades cognitivas, perjudican la calidad de vida de millones de mujeres. También pueden afectar negativamente a las mujeres en el lugar de trabajo.

Released: 1-May-2023 1:30 PM EDT
When rural hospitals stop delivering babies, fewer mothers receive adequate pre-natal care
University of Iowa Tippie College of Business

A study of Iowa hospitals finds that when a rural county loses its last labor and delivery unit, fewer expectant mothers who live there get adequate pre-natal care, even though that care is still available.

Released: 27-Apr-2023 5:25 PM EDT
Dr. Esa Matius Davis Named Inaugural Associate Vice President for Community Health at the University of Maryland, Baltimore and Senior Associate Dean for Population Health and Community Medicine at UMSOM
University of Maryland School of Medicine

University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) Dean Mark T. Gladwin, MD, announced today that Esa Matius Davis, MD, MPH, FAAFP, a nationally recognized leader in family and community medicine and population health, has been appointed as the inaugural Associate Vice President (AVP) for Community Health at the University of Maryland Baltimore (UMB) and Senior Associate Dean for Population and Community Medicine at UMSOM, effective July 1, 2023.

   
Released: 27-Apr-2023 2:30 PM EDT
Society for Clinical Trials Presents CHAP Trial with Prestigious David Sackett Trial of the Year Award
Society for Clinical Trials

The Society for Clinical Trials (SCT) is pleased to announce that the prestigious David Sackett Trial of the Year Award will be presented to The Chronic Hypertension and Pregnancy (CHAP) Trial.

Newswise: Cleveland collaborative awarded Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grant to study effectiveness of its healthy foods program for low-income pregnant women
Released: 26-Apr-2023 3:05 PM EDT
Cleveland collaborative awarded Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grant to study effectiveness of its healthy foods program for low-income pregnant women
Case Western Reserve University

Food insecurity—the lack of steady access to nutritionally adequate food—during pregnancy is linked to premature births and poorer health for low-income mothers and their babies, contributing to staggering rates of infant mortality in Cleveland and Cuyahoga County. To address this critical need, a partnership between the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine (CWRU), Greater Cleveland Food Bank (GCFB) and Better Health Partnership’s Community Pathways HUB (HUB) created a pilot program called Nourishing Beginnings (NB). The program was launched in 2022 with funding from the Vitamix and Bruening foundations and CWRU’s Clinical and Translational Science Collaborative.



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