8 November 2019

More interventions needed for mothers as prenatal stress could affect baby’s brain

New research from King's College London has found that prenatal stress during pregnancy could affect a baby's brain development. In their...

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19 June 2019

Iron may not improve fertility

A new study led by Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) researchers finds that there is no consistent association...

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14 June 2019

European mega-venture for safe medication during pregnancy

You are pregnant and in need of an important medication, but nobody knows if the medication is safe for the...

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1 August 2018

Birth study empowers pregnant women

A birth study led by QUT Associate Professor Yvette Miller, from the Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation, asked almost 6000...

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30 July 2018

Pregnancy and reproductive history may impact dementia risk

Research reported at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC) 2018 in Chicago highlighted sex differences associated with dementia and Alzheimer's...

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29 April 2016

Maternal obesity and diabetes in pregnancy result in early overgrowth of the baby in the womb

Maternal obesity and diabetes in pregnancy result in early overgrowth of the baby in the womb The babies of obese...

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27 April 2016

Eating salmon during pregnancy may reduce child’s risk of asthma

Eating salmon during pregnancy may reduce child's risk of asthma Children born to mothers who eat salmon when pregnant may be...

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25 April 2016

Cannabis use in pregnancy linked to low birthweight and intensive care

Cannabis use in pregnancy linked to low birthweight and intensive care Use of cannabis during pregnancy is linked to low...

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