Cue New Mothers: Breastfeed Infants — But for How Long? Cue New Mothers: Breastfeed Infants — But for How Long?
Opinions conflict over the best timeline for moms, babies, in light of new nursing guidelines.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - July 20, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Pediatrics News Source Type: news
Dr Hilary sparks fury after advising breastfed babies need extra water during hot weather
BREASTFEEDING is a common act which most mothers do with their babies when they're younger. Speaking about the health of said babies on Good Morning Britain Dr Hilary sparked a wave of criticism almost as great as the heat itself after he made comments about babies when discussing their health. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - July 19, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Babies recommended to have human milk and families should have more support, guidance says
Families who breastfeed their children need support, according to guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics, and that requires social and systemic changes when it comes to workplace access and feeding stigma. (Source: CNN.com - Health)
Source: CNN.com - Health - July 18, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Families should have more support for breastfeeding, guidance says
Families who breastfeed their children need support, according to guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics, and that requires social and systemic changes when it comes to workplace access and feeding stigma. (Source: CNN.com - Health)
Source: CNN.com - Health - July 18, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
How Are Port-Wine Stains Treated?
Discussion
Port-wine stains (PWS) or birthmarks are capillary and post-capillary venule malformations which are usually congenital but can be acquired. In newborns they occur in 0.3-0.5% of births. They are pink to dark-red to purple in color, usually flat and solid across the tissue. They are persistent lesions and can develop to have hypertrophy and nodular characteristics. They can occur in any location but tend to involve the head and neck. Isolated PWS are associated with GNAQ, GNA11 and PiK3CA hot spot genetic mutations. PWS are also associated with some syndromes such as Sturge-Weber, Klippel-Trenaunay, other phakom...
Source: PediatricEducation.org - July 18, 2022 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Pediatric Education Tags: Uncategorized Source Type: news
Breastfeeding May Be Key to Letting Preemie Babies Thrive
Title: Breastfeeding May Be Key to Letting Preemie Babies ThriveCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/13/2022 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/14/2022 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Kids Health General)
Source: MedicineNet Kids Health General - July 14, 2022 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: news
Breastfeeding May Be Key to Letting Preemie Babies Thrive
WEDNESDAY, July 13, 2022 -- Preterm infants who are breastfed do better in school and are less likely to develop attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), says a new study.
Preemies have a higher risk of doing poorly in math, reading and... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - July 13, 2022 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and More Linked to Lower CRC Risk Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and More Linked to Lower CRC Risk
A new study shows that oral contraceptives, hormone replacement therapy, and pregnancy, among other factors, are associated with a decreased risk of developing colorectal cancer.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Hematology-Oncology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Hematology-Oncology Headlines - July 11, 2022 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Hematology-Oncology News Source Type: news
The influence of childhood abuse and prenatal intimate partner violence on childbirth experiences and breastfeeding outcomes - Do HP, Vo TV, Murray L, Baker PRA, Murray A, Valdebenito S, Eisner M, Tran BX, Luong-Thanh BY, Nguyen LH, Dunne MP.
This study aims to... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - June 27, 2022 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Adolescents Source Type: news
What are Potential Problems with Placental Abnormalities?
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“The placenta is a unique organ that sits at the interface of, and facilitates nearly all interactions between, maternal and fetal physiology. It is the sole source of oxygen and nutrition for the fetus, and provides a protective barrier against external insults. The placenta is also a highly adaptable organ that is capable of showing a wide range of pathological changes in response to various maternal and fetal factors and stressors.” The placenta has 3 layers: the amnion (fetal side), the chorion, and decidua (maternal side). In addition to making observations about the maternal and fetal sides, co...
Source: PediatricEducation.org - June 27, 2022 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Pediatric Education Tags: Uncategorized Source Type: news
Gambia: Let's Promote Breastfeeding!
[The Point] Breastfeeding is crucial for the survival, nutrition and development of infants and young children and the health of mothers. (Source: AllAfrica News: Pregnancy and Childbirth)
Source: AllAfrica News: Pregnancy and Childbirth - June 24, 2022 Category: OBGYN Source Type: news
Kenya: Reducing Neonatal Mortality in Kenya By Skilling Neonatal Specialist Care
[Nigeria Health Watch] In 2014, when Edith Mumbi's twins were born, they had a low birth weight and were admitted into the neonatal unit at a public health facility in Nairobi, Kenya. Mumbi was discharged two days after giving birth but visited her babies daily to breastfeed them. "The babies showed signs of improvement before their situation quickly worsened. I was using a matatu (public vehicle) from home to the hospital and because they are very congested and my immunity was low, I caught TB and passed it to my babies. By the (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - June 21, 2022 Category: African Health Source Type: news
The Truth About Fasting and Type 2 Diabetes
Most fad diets don’t live up to the hype, let alone serious scientific scrutiny. But intermittent fasting seems to be an exception. These plans involve going without caloric foods or drinks for an extended period of time—anywhere from 16 hours to several days—and they have become increasingly popular. Research has also found them to be effective for weight loss.
Doctors often advise people with Type 2 diabetes to lose weight, which can have beneficial effects on blood glucose and insulin sensitivity, as well as on the progression of the disease. For this and other reasons, experts are actively looking at ...
Source: TIME: Health - June 16, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Markham Heid Tags: Uncategorized Diet & Nutrition freelance healthscienceclimate Source Type: news
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Source: Johns Hopkins University and Health Systems Archive - June 15, 2022 Category: Nursing Source Type: news
Top Local Changemakers Addressing Health Equity Gaps Across the U.S. Named Johnson & Johnson Health Equity Innovation Challenge Awardees
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J., June 14, 2022 – After an extensive search for the top changemakers in six key U.S. cities, Johnson & Johnson today announced the 14 awardees of its Health Equity Innovation Challenge. The awardees, who possess lived experience and a deep understanding of the communities they serve, were selected for their work in generating solutions to help close racial health and mortality gaps in six cities where Black and Brown individuals experience significant health inequities: Chicago, Detroit, Los Angeles, New Orleans, New York City and Philadelphia.The Health Equity Innovation Challenge was created by J...
Source: Johnson and Johnson - June 14, 2022 Category: Pharmaceuticals Tags: Innovation Source Type: news
