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New push for stricter chemical laws to shield kids from harmful exposure

Research highlights the rising impact of synthetic chemicals on children's health, linking them to noncommunicable diseases and advocating for stringent global regulations.

13 Jan 2025

Study reveals how Zika virus hijacks host protein for reproduction

The mosquito-borne Zika virus is known for causing microcephaly, a birth defect in which abnormal brain development results in a smaller-than-expected head.

13 Jan 2025

Study sheds light on early brain differences between genders

Sex differences in brain structure are present from birth, research from the Autism Research Centre at the University of Cambridge has shown.

7 Jan 2025

Specialized bone marrow niches reveal secrets of immune tolerance

Researchers have uncovered a hierarchical structure of immune-privileged stem cells in bone marrow niches, revealing their regenerative potential and therapeutic relevance.

2 Jan 2025

Study shines new light on guidelines for delivery timing in women with chronic hypertension

A collaborative study from physician researchers at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine is shining new light on current guidelines for delivery timing in pregnant mothers with chronic hypertension.

19 Dec 2024

AI-driven tool revolutionizes placenta examination at bedside

The placenta, the temporary organ grown to support fetal development, plays a vital role during pregnancy and contains crucial information about the health of both the parent and the baby.

17 Dec 2024

AI tool could revolutionize placenta examination and improve neonatal care

A newly developed tool that harnesses computer vision and artificial intelligence (AI) may help clinicians rapidly evaluate placentas at birth, potentially improving neonatal and maternal care, according to new research from scientists at Northwestern Medicine and Penn State.

14 Dec 2024

Potential new mRNA-based therapy for pre-eclampsia

Lipid nanoparticles targeting VEGF mRNA show promise in treating pre-eclampsia, restoring maternal blood pressure and enhancing fetal health in murine models.

13 Dec 2024

Gene therapy to prevent stillbirth and premature delivery developed

Researchers investigate the effectiveness of placental nano-based insulin-like 1 growth factor gene therapy to correct fetal growth restriction.

12 Dec 2024

Gut-targeted antidepressants: A novel approach to battling depression and anxiety

Most of us have experienced the effects of moods and emotions on our gastrointestinal tract, from "butterflies" in the stomach caused by nervousness to a loss of appetite when we're feeling blue.

11 Dec 2024

Groundbreaking research offers hope for pregnant people with pre-eclampsia

Penn Engineers have made a critical breakthrough that bridges a major healthy equity gap for pregnant people with pre-eclampsia, a condition that arises due to insufficient blood flow to the placenta and results in high maternal blood pressure and restricted blood flow to the fetus.

11 Dec 2024

Women with PCOS and obesity have smaller babies, study finds

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and obesity are at a higher risk of giving birth to smaller babies in terms of birth weight, length, and head circumference, according to a recent study conducted at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU).

10 Dec 2024

Placental defects linked to congenital heart defects

Congenital heart defects are the most common form of human birth defect, but we still don't fully understand what causes them.

26 Nov 2024

Chewing gum to prevent preterm birth

Xylitol-containing gum during pregnancy significantly reduces preterm births and low birth weights, offering a simple solution for improving maternal health.

19 Nov 2024

Early RSV vaccination in pregnancy provides best protection for newborns

Current guidelines recommend that pregnant people receive a vaccine against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) - which typically causes mild, cold-like symptoms in most adults but can be deadly for infants - during weeks 32–36 of pregnancy.

11 Nov 2024

Preeclampsia and COVID-19 share pathophysiological similarities in pregnant women

During the COVID-19 pandemic, above all before vaccines were available, an alarm was sounded regarding a possible correlation between severe cases of COVID-19 in pregnant women and preeclampsia, a condition characterized by high blood pressure (hypertension) in the expectant mother and high levels of protein in her urine (proteinuria). It can entail dangerous complications for mother and baby.

7 Nov 2024