When it comes to dragging children to the world, pregnancy is a heavy task set on the shoulders of anyone who is pregnant. In terms of childmongering, Asian country, Turkey offers a very different approach using religion, spirituality and social structures to deal with the challenges of child bear
In Ibadan, Nigeria, healthcare providers and researchers are grappling with the complexities of high-risk births. These risky situations are marked by babies born too early, too small, or stillborn, which can lead to lifelong health problems. These issues are widespread and impact a significant numb
There are strong built in immune and inflammatory assault units who dynamically work together to fight the promotion of cancer development. Sweeping new evidence casts doubt on Jun, a protein that was thought to throw a punch at the immune system, actually helping immune cells function better at
Digging deep into the lives of older women, family caregivers, and careworkers has an undeniable reward. For more than 25 years, Nancy Hooyman's work focuses on these lives and relationships. Caring for older women should not be so hard. Hooyman's depth of knowledge and dedication started to shine
It is tragic but true. Malaria, especially during pregnancy, can be extremely dangerous for both the mother and the unborn child. But finding drugs that are safe for pregnant women, especially during the first three months, has always been a challenge. Researchers have long been trying to
ICP, or Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy relies on TBA ( Total Bile Acid) levels to manage the situation. The decision on how and when to gauge TBA are unclear. A study analyzing these levels of 1150 pregnant people was done. Someone involved in this study further looked at the progression of
Did you know that where you live can greatly affect your health knowledge and practices, especially for pregnant women in rural areas? Let's dive into a study that examined how well public services and policy awareness work in improving maternal health in northwestern China. This study basically ask
Pregnancy is an exciting time, but it also comes with risks. One major health issue that some pregnant women in the UK face is iron deficiency anaemia (IDA). This condition affects around 30% of pregnant women and can lead to poor health outcomes for both the mother and the baby. Current methods for
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
Gestational diabetes can cause big problems for the placenta, like making it too big and causing issues with blood vessels and stress from oxygen shortage. Scientists wanted to see if a drug called metformin could help fix these problems. They used rats to test this, grouping them into four groups:
