First-time pregnancy complications linked to increased risk of hypertension later in life
Women who experience complications such as preterm births and preeclampsia during their first pregnancy are nearly twice more likely than...
Read MoreWomen with polycystic ovary syndrome face higher risk of breathing difficulties
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are more likely to develop poor respiratory health based on lung function tests, according...
Read MoreBabies develop fewer respiratory infections when they have well-connected bacterial networks
Researchers have shown the extent to which microbial communities are linked to each other across the body, and how these...
Read MoreParents of premature babies want more information
Parents with children in the neonatal intensive care unit want more information, supervision and advice to meet their children’s needs,...
Read MorePregnant women and healthcare professionals perceive pregnancy associated risks differently
A new study from City, University of London suggests that the risks that pregnancy and childbirth may pose to mother...
Read MoreOutcomes of birth options after a previous Cesarean section
A large cohort study of women who have had one or more previous cesarean sections suggests that attempting a vaginal...
Read MoreNMC sets out proposals to transform the future of midwifery care across the UK
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has unveiled innovative new standards to equip the next generation of midwives with the...
Read MoreAntidepressants linked to heightened pregnancy related diabetes risk
Venlafaxine and amitriptyline and longer course of treatment associated with the greatest risks. Taking antidepressants while expecting a baby is...
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