Maternity care costs significantly higher for racial and ethnic groups
A new study out today in JAMA Health Forum is the first to show that Black, Hispanic and Asian people ...
Tag: Maternal Health
Heat exposure significantly heightens risks for maternal and newborn health
Exposure to extreme heat may pose serious risks during pregnancy, from preterm births to hypertensive complications, highlighting an urgent public ...
New study reveals declining nutrient intake among U.S. women of reproductive age
Groundbreaking study reveals how chromatin and DNA methylation changes during brain development contribute to the risk of neuropsychiatric disorders like ...
Family physicians in rural hospitals and their impact on cesarean delivery rates
Background and goal: The U.S. is experiencing a maternal health crisis, particularly in rural areas. This issue is compounded by ...
Virtual reality training to combat implicit bias in maternal health care
During a checkup with her obstetrician, Marilyn Hayes tells him about overwhelming exhaustion and possible symptoms of postpartum depression, such ...
The BII & Science Translational Medicine Prize launched for recognizing breakthroughs in women's health
In collaboration with the BioInnovation Institute (BII), AAAS is announcing the establishment of the BII & Science Translational Medicine Prize ...
How do extreme weather conditions impact maternal health in low-income and middle-income countries?
In a recent study published in BMJ Open, researchers assessed how the disruption of infrastructure and decreased access to health ...
Study reports alarming increase in U.S. maternal mortality rates
The U.S. maternal mortality rate is accelerating at an alarming rate, reports a new study from Northwestern Medicine. But it's ...
Maternal happiness during pregnancy linked to child's brain development
In a recent study published in the journal Nature Mental Health, researchers explored the relationship between maternal mental health and ...
The equity imperative: A roundtable on transforming healthcare
In the Roundtable titled "A Glimpse at How Stakeholders Are Working Towards Achieving Health Equity," published in the peer-reviewed journal ...