Ohio's higher education system is facing some changes. A recent state audit found that some big-name colleges, like Cleveland State, Ohio State, and Ohio University, are still teaching old-school reading methods. These methods have been proven not to work as well as the new "science of reading" appr
A recent study has uncovered a surprising link between moms' eating habits and their kids' breathing problems. It turns out that women who struggle with eating disorders might have a higher chance of having children with asthma or wheezing. The research, which looked at data from nearly 131, 500 mo
The United States is still struggling with pregnancy health, according to a recent report. For the fourth year in a row, the country received a D+ grade. This means that one out of every 10 babies is born too early. In 2024, nearly 380, 000 babies were born prematurely. This rate is one of the highe
A major deal just happened in the world of medical tech. Laborie Medical Technologies is buying the JADA System from Organon. This system helps stop heavy bleeding after childbirth. The price tag? A whopping $465 million. That's a lot of money, but it's for a device that could save lives. The JADA
In Lebanon, many expecting mothers face tough times. They often can't get the care they need. This is because the health system is overwhelmed. Plus, there are lots of refugees. This makes things even harder. A new idea is using phones and games to help. These tools can reach many people. They are
Pregnancy is a time when health matters more than ever. For some moms-to-be, gestational diabetes can complicate things. This condition affects how the body manages sugar levels. It's important to catch and handle it early. A recent study looked at two ways to monitor sugar levels. One is the usual
Virginia is in a tough spot. A group that looks into why moms are dying during or after pregnancy might stop working soon. This team, called the Maternal Mortality Review Team, is doing important work. But their money from the federal government might run out next August. This isn't just about Virg
In Osogbo, Nigeria, many women who can have babies don't use health services enough. These services are super important for moms and kids, especially in places where getting good healthcare is tough. So, why aren't more women taking advantage of them? It's not just about knowing these services exis
In many places with limited resources, paying for pregnancy and childbirth care is a big challenge. Mobile phones are becoming more common, so using mobile money could be a smart way to tackle this issue. Pregnancy and childbirth happen at predictable times and have known costs. This makes them a go
Indonesia is trying to lower its maternal death rate. It's still too high. One way to do this is by keeping a close eye on pregnant women. A new mobile app is stepping in to help. It's called the REST app. REST stands for Risk Identification, Evaluation Counseling, Systematic Monitoring, Troubleshoo
