23 January 2025

Sharp drop in mortality after 41 weeks of pregnancy

The proportion of babies dying before and during labor after 41 weeks of gestation has fallen by 47% in Sweden...

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17 October 2024

Defective sperm doubles the risk of preeclampsia

For the first time, researchers have linked specific frequent defects in sperm to risk of pregnancy complications and negative impacts...

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7 April 2022

Reduction in severe perineal tearing when two midwives are present during childbirth

Researchers from Lund University in Sweden have studied whether severe perineal tears – known as sphincter injuries – are reduced...

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25 January 2022

Widespread effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on maternal and newborn care in Europe

The Covid-19 pandemic has led to deficiencies and large inequalities in the care of mothers and newborns in Europe. This...

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17 February 2021

Depression in new fathers connected to relationship insecurities

Becoming a parent often brings great joy, but not always. Parenthood also entails challenges, stress and, for some people, it...

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20 April 2016

Light can be used to examine the lungs of premature babies

Light can be used to examine the lungs of premature babies Premature babies have a hard time getting the oxygen...

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