Health News Archives

Pre-Pregnancy Diabetes Boosts Risk for Birth Defects
Women 3 to 4 times more likely to deliver baby with at least one problem, U.S. study finds

Health Tip: When to Induce Labor
Most often, when a woman is 2 weeks overdue

Antibiotics Effective for Vaginal Injury After Childbirth
Small study finds they improve healing of common tissue tears, prevent infection

Alzheimer’s Drug May Reduce Preemie Brain Injury
Memantine could protect newborns with compromised blood, oxygen supply, study suggests

U.S. Hospitals Vary Widely in Caring for Women
From birth complications to heart disease, top-rated centers a better choice, health study concludes

Crocodile Babies Cry Out for Hatching
Tiny noises mean its time for Mom to dig up the nest, scientists say

Breast-Feeding Support Lacking at Many Hospitals, Birth Centers
CDC reports 7 southern states scored lowest, while western and New England states did best

Health Tip: Recovery After a C-Section
What to do after the procedure

Being Born Small, Early Raises Autism Risk
CDC study found link was most pronounced for low-birth-weight girls

Clinical Guideline Backs Food, Drink During Labor
Nurses, midwives urge more reviews, but say practice provides comfort and nutrition