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Pregnancy and Birth
Parental use and adolescent misuse of marijuana
July 13, 2020
I n the United States, marijuana use by adults has increased in recent years.
COVID-19 Pregnancy Data in the United States: July 9 Update
July 13, 2020
Data on COVID-19 during pregnancy, as reported by the CDC, in collaboration with state, local, and territorial health departments and external partners.
Inducing labor to reduce stillbirths
July 07, 2020
A nationwide study by Swedish researchers suggests that inducing labor at no later than 41 weeks could be one of the few interventions that reduce stillbirths.
Cord Blood Awareness: Quick facts
July 06, 2020
For Cord Blood Awareness Month, here are some updated usages and FDA regulations for practitioners using cord blood.
COVID-19 Pregnancy Data in the United States: July 2 Update
July 02, 2020
Data on COVID-19 during pregnancy, as reported by the CDC, in collaboration with state, local, and territorial health departments and external partners.
New study analyzes NICU utilization trends
July 02, 2020
NICU utilization trends have yet to be thoroughly investigated.
Additional risk factors for COVID-19
July 01, 2020
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) updated its list of demographics at higher risk for COVID-19, due to new evidence.
Recurrent SUDI and causes of death
June 30, 2020
A new report in Archives of Disease in Children examined the rates of sudden unexpected death in infancy (SUDI) among families that occurred after a previous incident of SUDI.
Managing pregnant patients: Which in-person and virtual visits are necessary
June 24, 2020
Telehealth has made its way into many ob/gyn practices. With many patients hesitant to visit their doctors in person, it may be difficult to convince them to schedule in-person visits.
Postpartum etonogestrel-releasing implants and depression
June 24, 2020
Rates of depression at 6 weeks postpartum among adolescents and young adults (AYA) were significantly lower in those initiating immediate postpartum etonogestrel (ENG) implants compared to other birth control methods, according to new research.