Childbirth & Pregnancy
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Premature birth linked to kidney risk
Babies born prematurely have an increased risk of developing chronic kidney disease in later life, according to a Swedish analysis published today. Read more
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Hope for repairing foetal membranes
New discoveries could enable successful treatment of ruptured foetal membranes, British researchers have reported. Read more
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Global study highlights C-section death rates
Death rates from caesarean sections are disproportionately high in low and middle-income countries (LMIC), according to the largest study to date on risks following C-sections, published today. Read more
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Pregnant women who work nights may face miscarriage risk
Pregnant women who work at least two night shifts in a single week could be at increased risk of suffering a miscarriage the following week, Danish researchers say today. Read more
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Painkillers in pregnancy not cause of asthma
Taking paracetamol or other painkillers during pregnancy does not cause asthma in the offspring – but may indicate other factors increasing the risk, according to a large-scale study out today. Read more
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Gynaecologists to tackle fertility confusion
A summit of gynaecologists is to take place to help tackle widespread concern among women about the quality of information they receive about their fertility, it has been announced. Read more
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Small cancer risk from infertility
Infertility in women is linked to a very small increased risk of cancer, new research suggests. Read more
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PICSI IVF therapy does not alleviate male infertility
The PICSI IVF technique does not help to alleviate male infertility, according to the results from a trial published today. Read more
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How pregnant women benefit from vegetables and fish
Pregnant women can lower their risk of developing high blood pressure and pre-eclampsia if they eat a diet rich in vegetables and fish, according to a newly published study. Read more
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Robots aid uterine transplant pregnancy
A woman is pregnant after being the first to receive a new uterus with the aid of robotic technology, it has been announced. Read more