Posts Tagged ‘preeclampsia’
Baby’s cells emit hormone to prevent preeclampsia
UNC-CHAPEL HILL (US) — A new understanding of the hormonal “conversation” between mother and fetus could lead to new ways to detect and prevent preeclampsia. Continue…
Wednesday, May 1, 2013 14:34 - 0 Comments
Health & Medicine - Nov 27, 2012 11:49 - 4 Comments
Type 1 diabetes more risky for moms, babies
U. ROCHESTER (US) — Pregnant women with type 2 diabetes have a better chance for a good outcome than those with type 1, particularly if they receive proper care before and during their pregnancy. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Nov 16, 2012 17:54 - 0 Comments
Pregnancy workouts may ease hypertension
U. OREGON (US) — Contrary to popular thought, regular exercise before and during pregnancy can benefit women who develop high blood pressure during gestation, new research shows. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Jul 7, 2010 10:40 - 0 Comments
Pollution not an added risk to pregnancy
U. BUFFALO (US)—Pregnant women can breathe a little easier about air pollution. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Jul 2, 2010 10:29 - 3 Comments
How moms-to-be tame their immune systems
CALTECH (US)—The concept of pregnancy makes no sense—at least not from an immunological point of view. A fetus is made of cells and tissues that are biologically distinct from its mother—precisely what the immune system is meant to search out and destroy. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Apr 16, 2010 10:27 - 0 Comments
Fewer blood cells may signal preeclampsia
U. PITTSBURGH (US)—Compared to women with uncomplicated pregnancies, women with preeclampsia have reduced numbers of special cells that are thought to help grow and maintain blood vessels. Preeclampsia is the leading cause of preterm labor. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Mar 2, 2010 12:42 - 3 Comments
Sharp spike in diabetes during pregnancy
NORTHWESTERN (US)—Two to three times more pregnant women may soon be diagnosed and treated for gestational diabetes due to new guidelines for assessing risky blood sugar levels. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Jul 10, 2009 17:15 - 0 Comments
Bringing home baby and chronic health risks
YALE (US)—New research suggests pregnancy complications may have a long-term effect on a woman’s health and may increase the risk for difficulties with future pregnancies. (more…)
