PREGNANCY HEALTH

Feb 02 2025HEALTH

Pregnancy and partner violence: Who do women ask?

guess you’ve ever been in such a frightening situation. Throughout the globe, expectant women are subject to a silent yet fierce battle. Intimate partner violence (IPV) isn't just a problem in one city or country but is in fact widespread. Being pregnant and facing abuse at the hands of a trusted person is scary. But let me tell you something shocking. Many pregna...

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Jan 28 2025HEALTH

Giving Money to Pregnant Women: A New Way to Fight Health Inequalities

Pregnancy comes with a lot of excitement, but also a lot of stress. For many, that stress is financial. Imagine if we could take away some of that stress by giving pregnant women money. That's the idea behind the Abundant Birth Project. It's a new approach to tackling health inequalities, especially for women of color. You see, even with lots of efforts to improve p...

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Nov 24 2024HEALTH

Healthy Moms, Stronger Kids: A Pregnancy and Lifestyle Guide for Indigenous Australian Children

Did you know that a healthy pregnancy can significantly reduce the chances of your child developing delays? This is especially true for Indigenous Australian families, where healthy moms lead to stronger kids. Research has shown that prenatal health, mental health, and lifestyle choices play a vital role in a child's development. Instead of focusing on the negatives,...

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Nov 21 2024HEALTH

Natural Killer Cells in Pregnancy: A Closer Look

Natural killer (NK) cells are crucial at the maternal-fetal interface, where they interact with pregnancy-related hormones to maintain the delicate balance needed for a healthy pregnancy. However, these cells are highly diverse, making their classification tricky. Researchers have studied different subsets of uterine NK (uNK) cells, using markers on their surfaces, t...

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