Tag: Pregnancy
Benefits of Maternal Immunization Against Group B Strep Explored
Net monetary benefit from group B Streptococcus vaccination estimated to range from $1.1 to $17 billion
Prenatal Exposure to Phentermine-Topiramate Lower Under Safety Program
Prevalence of pregnancy and incidence of conception were lower for phentermine-topiramate versus topiramate and other antiobesity meds
History of Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes Linked to Coronary Artery Disease
History of gestational hypertension and preeclampsia both associated with increased prevalence of all outcomes
2020 to 2021 Saw Increase in Maternal Mortality Rates
Rate was higher for non-Hispanic Black versus non-Hispanic White women and also increased with age
COVID-19-Related Stress During Pregnancy Tied to Poor Postpartum Outcomes
COVID-19-related stress associated with maternal mental health and infant negative affectivity
Preconception Diabetes, Prediabetes Increase Risk for Preterm Birth
Elevated preconception glucose levels highest among women with limited access to and use of health care
Risk for Interpersonal Violence Up for Pregnant People With Schizophrenia
Findings seen during perinatal period, with increased relative risks during pregnancy period and first year postpartum
Race Adjustment Not Needed in Maternal Alpha-Fetoprotein Screening
No difference seen in maternal prenatal serum alpha-fetoprotein screening values for Black, non-Black individuals
ADHD Med Exposure in Utero Not Tied to Long-Term Impact in Offspring
No signs of higher risk seen for developmental disorders
Maternal Infection Linked to Increased Risk for Childhood Leukemia
Significantly increased risk for leukemia seen for children born to mothers with genital and urinary tract infections
