Red flags for pregnant women with headaches
September 9th 2015A new study looks at what severe headaches in pregnancy could be indicative of. And, does exposure to a common environmental toxin increase the risk of miscarriage? Plus: Does hypertension in pregnancy not only impact the woman's future cardiovascular health, but also her siblings?
Genetic profiles may predict future psychiatric diagnoses for patients with common deletion syndrome
August 27th 2015Results of a recent study suggest the possibility that in the future, genetic profiling may be used to identify whether children with 22q11.2 Microdeletion Syndrome (22q11.2DS; Velocardiofacial/DiGeorge syndrome) are at risk for developing autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or psychosis.
Vaginal microbiome may predict preterm birth
August 26th 2015A new case control study examines whether looking at the vaginal microbiome can predict preterm birth. And, do women who work in fields with long hours and physical demands have a more difficult time becoming pregnant? Plus: Do oral contraceptives moderate arthritis outcomes?
CDC reports on infant versus fetal mortality
August 5th 2015The CDC issues a report on the fetal and infant mortality rates. And, could a blood marker indicate that some women have a greater risk of developing postpartum depression? Plus: Does premature birth have a psychological impact on the infant?
Are antidepressants as a drug class linked to birth defects?
July 22nd 2015A new study sheds some light on the risk profile of antidepressants. Plus: do women experience the same blood pressure elevation following alcohol consumption as men? And, do feminine products provide another source of exposure to phthalates?