So-called “forever chemicals” might increase pregnant women’s risk of a dangerous condition known as preeclampsia, researchers say. Perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are widely used and long-lasting chemicals found in the drinking water of many U.S. communities. A new study found a link between PFAS exposure and late-onset preeclampsia, a condition characterized by high blood pressure and… read on > read on >
The U.S. government’s COVID-19 vaccination program for children ages 5-11 will be ready to roll on Nov. 8, the White House said Monday. On Friday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved vaccines for the 28 million American children who fall into this age group, but the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention still… read on > read on >
The joys of motherhood may be overshadowed in the United States since as many as 50% of new or expectant moms can’t pay their bills, including health care bills, new research suggests. “Financial hardship is highly prevalent among pregnant and postpartum women,” said study co-author Dr. Michelle Moniz. She is an assistant professor of obstetrics… read on > read on >
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has delayed a decision on whether to approve emergency use of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine in 12- to 17-year-olds until at least January, the company announced Sunday. That’s because the agency told the company on Friday that it needs more time to assess emerging international data on whether the vaccine… read on > read on >
A two-minute test can accurately detect vaginal bacteria associated with preterm birth, researchers have found, pointing to a possible way to identify pregnant women at increased risk of early delivery. In the United States, about one in 10 babies are born preterm, according to the nonprofit March of Dimes. Babies born preterm (before the 37th… read on > read on >
MONDAY, Nov. 1, 2021The worldwide death toll from COVID-19 surpassed 5 million on Monday, and the more than 740,000 lives lost in the United States is the most of any nation, Johns Hopkins University data show. “This is a defining moment in our lifetime,” Dr. Albert Ko, an infectious disease specialist at the Yale School… read on > read on >
White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Sunday that she has tested positive for COVID-19 and has mild symptoms. Psaki said she was last in contact with President Joe Biden on Tuesday at the White House, where they wore masks and stayed more than 6 feet apart, the Associated Press reported. Biden, who got his… read on > read on >
An experimental Breathalyzer-type test can detect COVID-19 within seconds and could become a noninvasive, faster alternative to nasal swab tests, researchers report. COVID-19 infection produces a distinct breath print from the interaction of oxygen, nitric oxide and ammonia in the body, the investigators said. An initial study of the breath test found that it accurately… read on > read on >
Caring for a baby’s delicate skin, hair and nails can be intimidating, but five simple steps can make it easier, according to an expert from the American Academy of Dermatology. “With their tiny hands and feet, babies can seem so fragile and vulnerable,” said dermatologist Dr. Kachiu Lee. “However, babies are more resilient than you… read on > read on >
Accidental poisonings on Halloween can turn a night of fun into one that’s truly scary. The following poison prevention tips — from the Nebraska Regional Poison Center — can help your little ones stay safe: The liquid in lighted glow sticks can sting or burn if it gets into the eyes or mouth. Know that… read on > read on >
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