Around 861 Women Died of Maternal Causes in the United States in 2020
In 2020, 861 women were identified as having died of maternal causes in the United States, marking an increase from 754 women in 2019.
Pregnancy
Antibodies Persist for Infants Born to COVID-19-Vaccinated Moms
A majority of infants born to COVID-19-vaccinated mothers have persistent anti-spike (anti-S) antibodies at six months.
Poor Prepregnancy Cardiometabolic Health Common in the US
The prevalence of favorable prepregnancy cardiometabolic health among U.S. individuals with live births decreased from 2016 to 2019.
Extensive Placental Damage Identified in COVID-19-Linked Stillbirths
Pregnant women who become infected with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) may develop placentitis.
Fertility Treatment Tied to Higher Risk for Preterm Birth
Fertility treatment is associated with an increased risk for preterm birth, according to a study published online.
Personal Care Products and Pregnancy Hormones
Health and beauty products may contain ingredients which disrupt the endocrine system. Researchers examined their affect on prenatal sex steroids and thyroid hormone levels.
Sleep-Disordered Breathing Tied to Insulin Resistance in Pregnancy
Maternal sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is associated with insulin resistance in early pregnancy.
Low Inflammatory Diet in Early Pregnancy May Reduce Risk for GDM
A healthy diet that limits foods with high inflammatory potential in early pregnancy may cut the risk for gestational diabetes mellitus.
Timing of COVID-19 Vaccination in Pregnancy Examined
COVID-19 vaccination before and during pregnancy is associated with detectable maternal anti-spike immunoglobulin (Ig)G levels at delivery.
Home, Self-Monitoring Feasible for Higher-Risk Pregnancies
Home management, including remote self-monitoring, is feasible and safe in terms of maternal and fetal outcomes for intermediate- and high-risk pregnant women.
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