Posts Tagged ‘gynecology’
Health & Medicine - Jul 10, 2009 17:15 - 0 Comments
Bringing home baby and chronic health risks
“While delivery may ‘cure’ preeclampsia in the moment, these mothers are at high risk of chronic hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and blood clots for the rest of their lives,” says Michael Paidas, a Yale University professor who conducted two studies examining the long-term health effects of pregnancy complications.
Health & Medicine - Jun 2, 2009 15:46 - 0 Comments
Ditching one-size-fits-all prenatal approach
At UC Irvine Medical Center, Jennifer Bates undergoes an ultrasound 26 weeks into her pregnancy. Such exams will play a key role in UCI’s effort to establish new national standards for fetal growth. (Credit: Daniel A. Anderson)
Health & Medicine - May 28, 2009 13:18 - 0 Comments
Tailored approach to fight pregnancy pounds
NORTHWESTERN (US)—Mounting evidence suggests excess weight in pregnancy has serious consequences for the long-term health of the unborn child and mother. A new program at Northwestern University offers a tailored approach to help obese pregnant women manage their weight and stay active. (more…)
