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Study Uncovers Possible Treatment for Preeclampsia
Preeclampsia, which can occur any time after the 20th week of pregnancy, is one of the most common...
Pre-eclampsia may be Caused by Fetus, Not Placenta, Experts Say
Estimated to affect approximately 5%-8% of all pregnancies, pre-eclampsia can cause serious health...
Weight of Pregnant Women Jeopardizes Health of Mother and Baby
Countless studies have highlighted the drawbacks to weight problems prior to and during pregnancy...
Study: Women Diagnosed with Preeclampsia during Pregnancy Have Higher Risk of Postpartum Hypertension
After any birth, most mothers will experience a slight increase in blood pressure. In most cases...
Obesity Rates among US Children May be on the Decline, Study Says
While obesity rates in the US have been a cause for public health concern for quite some time now...
Pregnancy Complication Risks Increased for Women Born Prematurely
It’s a well-known fact that being born prematurely often comes with its own set of health risks...
Despite Lack of Safety Information, More Pregnant Women Now Taking Blood Pressure Medications
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, can be dangerous for both mother and baby. Unfortunately...
Second Trimester Weight Gain Crucial in Overall Pregnancy Weight Gain
Pregnancy weight gain. Some of us gain too little. Some of us gain too much. But we often fail to...