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Pregnant women in the United States may be warned against traveling to Latin American and Caribbean countries where mosquitoes are spreading a virus that may cause brain damage in newborns.

Zika Virus Concerns May Curb Travel for Pregnant Women

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Pregnant women infected with virus may be at increased risk of having infants with microcephaly
Between 2000 and 2009

Newborn Abstinence Sx Up, Tied to Increasing Prenatal Opioid Use

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~14 to 22 percent of pregnant women in the United States are prescribed opioids
Infants are just as susceptible to accidental poisonings as older children are

Infants, Not Just Older Children, at Risk of Accidental Poisonings

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Common dangers include acetaminophen, cough/cold meds, ibuprofen, and diaper rash creams
Gestational exposure to paroxetine in the first trimester is associated with increased risk of major congenital malformations and major cardiac malformations

Review: Paroxetine Use in Pregnancy Tied to Malformations

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Increased risk of any major congenital malformations, major cardiac malformations
A vaginal birth and breastfeeding make a notable difference in the bacterial composition of an infant's gut

Infant Delivery and Feeding Methods Affect Microbiome

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Vaginal birth and breastfeeding create different intestinal bacteria from C-section and formula
Two flavors of over-the-counter children's liquid cough medicine are being recalled across the United States because the dose cups that come with the medicine have incorrect markings and could lead to overdose.

Mislabeled Dose Cups Prompt Children’s Cough Syrup Recall

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Perrigo says mislabeling unlikely to cause serious issues; has not received any reports of overdoses
Polyhydramnios with normal prenatal detailed ultrasound examination is associated with increased risk for adverse outcomes

Polyhydramnios With Normal U/S Linked to Adverse Outcomes

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Higher rate of fetal malformation, genetic syndromes, neurologic disorders, developmental delay
Nearly half of American teens who've never used tobacco are exposed to harmful secondhand smoke -- many in their homes and family cars

CDC: Nearly Half of U.S. Teens Exposed to Secondhand Smoke

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Their own homes and family cars are common sources
Some survivors of childhood cancers that affect vision may face increased risk for long-term health and economic issues

Lingering Issues for Survivors of Childhood CA Affecting Vision

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Lifelong screening recommended to detect issues early
The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans offers five overarching guidelines that encourage healthy eating patterns

New Guidelines Say Limit Added Sugars to <10 Percent of Calories

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Recommendations focus on totality of diet, overall eating pattern