PREMATURE BIRTHS
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- Premature Births Pose Health Risks for Developing CountriesPremature births predispose children born premature to a possibility of lifelong health problems, as well as contributing to one million deaths of infants a year
- First Drug Approved by FDA to Prevent Premature BirthsFDA approved the first drug that prevents pre-term births. The drug has limitations for use & not always 100% reliable. KV Pharmaceutical bought the rights to the drug from Hologic.
- FDA Approves Makena to Stop Premature BirthsAn article about the new drug that can stop premature births called Makena.
The Causes of Premature BirthsPremature births are very common. Learn about some of the main causes of premature births, as well as what actions you can take to prevent a premature birth from affecting your baby's health.
Reasons for Premature BirthsPremature labor births happen because membranes rupture prematurely or maternal or fetal problems.- Tips on Premature Births and Feeding Your Twin BabiesHow to care for your babies if they are twins or if they are prematurely born.
- November is Premature Birth Awareness MonthWhat causes premature births is unknown.
There are many factors that may play a role in the cause - Gestiva: Preventing Premature Child BirthsGestiva is progesterone, manufactured by Adeza & approved by FDA committee to prevent premature births, administered prior to thirty-fifth week of pregnancy. The FDA prior to October 20, 2006, respond by either approval or seek further testing.
- High and Low Cholesterol During Pregnancy Leads to Premature BirthA recently published study, conducted by the National Institute of Health indicates high and low cholesterol levels in pregnant women tend to lead to premature births.
Facts About Premature Birth: Stop Blaming the MotherThis article attempts to point out the accurate statements, dispel the misconceptions presented in the Causes and Methods of Preventing Premature Births article and provide some relevant facts from valid medical sources to back up the information.- Premature Babies and What You Can Do to Avoid Low BirthweightPremature babies do not develop to full term. They are at high risk for problems at birth and later on in life. Medically some are fine and some need doctors for the rest of their lives.
- The March of Dimes U.S. Grade on Premature BabiesWhy does the U.S. only have a C when it comes to premature babies? It may surprise you to know that is actually a big improvement.
- Financial Assistance for Premature Babies in TennesseeLearn about the many sources of financial help for parents with premature babies in Tennessee.
At Home Births Increase, but Not Without RisksMany of us have heard about the risks of at home births, yet, according to a new report, the number of at home births is on the rise.
Premature Infants at Higher Risk of Developing ADHDNow, according to new research conducted by the Karolinska Institute, premature babies are now at a higher risk of also developing behavioral issues such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
Makena: High Price of Premature Birth Prevention Drug Outrages WomenAfter the March of Dimes and many female consumers complained of the outrageous $30,000 total cost for Makena, a premature birth prevention drug, the makers cut the price. Still, the makers of Makena seemed to have damaged their reputation with the FDA.
Early Detection of Premature Labor Takes a Huge Step ForwardStudents at John's Hopkins University took on the task of creating an early detection device for premature labor with a passion. Out of that passion they created a revolutionary early detection device.
Premature Birth Rate Drops in the U.SFor over 30 years, the number of preterm births in the U.S. has been skyrocketing. That trend seems to finally be reversing according to a CDC vital statistic report. For the second year, the preterm birth rate has dropped.- Progesterone Shots May Reduce Premature BirthPre-term labor can be a scary prospect for pregnant women, especially if they have had a previous premature baby. Progesterone shots may help reduct the risk of preterm labor.
March of Dimes Strives for Healthy Births of InfantsMarch of Dimes is an organization who strives to improve the health of babies "by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality." (MOD, 2008)- How Does Diet Impact Multiple Births?The nutrition of a multi-births pregnancy is important to reduce high risk issues.
- Joe Scarborough's Premature Baby and My ExperiencesDetailing the births of my 4 children who were all premature and the different methods used to stop my labor each time.
- Low Maternal Cholesterol Tied to Premature Birth, NIH Research ShowsPregnant women who have very low levels of cholesterol levels may have a greater risk of having premature babies than women with more moderate levels of cholesterol.
- Premature Babies: Information and Warning SignsThe fear of having a premature baby can be a devastating time for any mom. While most women have perfectly healthy full-term babies, there are many who don't quite meet the 37-40 week deadline.
Tips for Preventing a Premature DeliveryEvery mother-to-be wants to spare her baby from the risks of being born to early. For some there is a reason the baby came to soon. For others there is no known cause. But there are ways to reduce your risk of having a premature delivery.
Premature Birth Knows No BoundariesNovember 14th is Prematurity Awareness Day. While prematurity is not spoken of the fact is that the rate of premature deliveries is rising. Join with the March of Dimes to help fight prematurity.
Research Suggests Breech Births Might Be Linked to HeredityTwo recent studies suggest that heredity might play a role in determining whether or not a baby is born via a breech birth. Read on to discover the odds.- Genetics and Premature BirthAlthough everyone knows that studying genetics can alleviate many of today's problems, it can also expose many discrepancies in nature. Recently, a new genetic study has shown that...
- World's Youngest Premature Baby SurvivesAmillia Sonja Taylor was only 10 ounces and 9 ½ inches long when she was born October 24, 2006. Her mother had only been pregnant for 21 weeks and 6 days. This is the shortest gestation period ever recorded where the fetus survives.
- Most Premature Baby Heads HomeAmilia Taylor, who was born after less than 22 weeks in gestation, is heading home after four months in Miami's Baptist Children's Hospital.
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