Childbirth & Pregnancy
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Backing for rhesus DNA test
A new test will save thousands of pregnant women from having to take anti-D immunoglobulin, according to new guidance in the UK. Read more
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Ultrasound could treat placental twin problem
High intensity focused ultrasound could be used to relieve twin-twin transfusion syndrome, British researchers reported last night. Read more
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Freezing all embryos benefits older IVF patients
Freezing all embryos – rather than transferring a fresh embryo to the uterus during the same cycle in which the eggs were collected and freezing the rest – benefits older IVF patients, a new study has found. Read more
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Premature infant care could be improved – study
Many premature babies in Europe are not being given the most effective lifesaving care, experts claim today. Read more
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Mitochondrial DNA clue to IVF embryo viability
A new approach to embryo assessment could help IVF fertility experts understand why so many apparently healthy embryos are not viable. Read more
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Paracetamol pregnancy risks reported
Taking paracetamol during pregnancy could increase the risk of autism in boys and attention-related and hyperactivity symptoms in girls and boys, the first study of its kind has revealed. Read more
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Pregnant women should not go to the Olympics – advice
Pregnant women should not go to the Olympics in Brazil because of the Zika virus, according to official guidance published yesterday. Read more
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RCM: Dads should be involved in pregnancy
The majority of new fathers enjoy a closer or stronger relationship with their partner after having a baby, research by leading charity NCT reveals today. Read more
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Breast milk benefits early babies
Feeding with breastmilk may improve heart outcomes for premature babies, according to researchers. Read more
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Risks of weight gain between babies
Gaining weight between pregnancies may increase the risk of neonatal complications, according to Swedish researchers. Read more