The human placenta and fetus are unlikely to be infected with COVID-19 due to minimal expression of SARS-CoV-2-related proteins and receptors in the placenta, a new study says.The placenta can shield … [Read more...] about Coronavirus infection unlikely in placenta, fetus: study
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Fetal coronavirus infection may be possible, Italian study suggests
A small study strengthens evidence that a pregnant woman infected with the coronavirus might be able to spread it to her fetus.Researchers from Italy said Thursday that they studied 31 women with … [Read more...] about Fetal coronavirus infection may be possible, Italian study suggests
Houston mom beats coronavirus before delivering healthy triplets
A Texas hospital is highlighting what it says is the remarkable story of a Houston woman who gave birth to triplets after battling the coronavirus for nearly a month.The Woman’s Hospital of Texas in … [Read more...] about Houston mom beats coronavirus before delivering healthy triplets
Who’s first in line for a coronavirus vaccine? New info shows prioritization fraught with peril
New information released by the World Health Organization (WHO) and U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows future prioritization for a potential coronavirus vaccine could be … [Read more...] about Who’s first in line for a coronavirus vaccine? New info shows prioritization fraught with peril
Pregnant women with coronavirus more likely to be hospitalized, CDC warns
Pregnant women infected with the coronavirus might be at greater risk for hospitalization than women who aren't pregnant, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said Thursday, a change … [Read more...] about Pregnant women with coronavirus more likely to be hospitalized, CDC warns
Newborn’s lungs collapse from crying too hard, mom claims
An infant who was born prematurely spent nearly two weeks in intensive care after her lungs collapsed from crying too hard, her mother claims.Robyn Theaker was born in March, five weeks early, … [Read more...] about Newborn’s lungs collapse from crying too hard, mom claims
Coronavirus fears prompt concerned mothers-to-be to seek other birth options: ‘It was definitely fear-based research’
Expecting mothers change birthing plans amid COVID-19 pandemicExpecting mothers citing fears of the virus and also concern for their birthing experience, adding hospitals aren't allowing the amount of … [Read more...] about Coronavirus fears prompt concerned mothers-to-be to seek other birth options: ‘It was definitely fear-based research’
Proximity to oil, gas wells linked to lower birth weights: study
Proximity to active oil and gas wells has been linked to adverse birth outcomes for mothers in rural areas, according to a recent study.The study analyzed almost 3 million births to mothers living … [Read more...] about Proximity to oil, gas wells linked to lower birth weights: study
Coronavirus unknowns ignite concerns for pregnant women, newborns
Call for help, retired doctors and medical students come together to help fight COVID-19The increasing number of coronavirus cases has medical professionals of all ages mobilizing to lend a helping … [Read more...] about Coronavirus unknowns ignite concerns for pregnant women, newborns
Coronavirus unknowns ignite concerns for pregnant women, newborns
Call for help, retired doctors and medical students come together to help fight COVID-19The increasing number of coronavirus cases has medical professionals of all ages mobilizing to lend a helping … [Read more...] about Coronavirus unknowns ignite concerns for pregnant women, newborns
