SPOTLIGHT -
Early puberty linked to metabolic and mental disorders
In a recent study, patients with early puberty had increased rates of diabetes, obesity, and other metabolic conditions, as well as increased mental health risks.
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Low exclusive breastfeeding rates reported
While rates of exclusive breastfeeding have slightly increased between 2016 and 2022, they remain under the Healthy People 2030 goal.
Practitioner attitudes toward RSV counseling revealed
Respondents of a survey conducted by Contemporary OB/GYN shared their practices for RSV counseling and their thoughts on how awareness may be improved.
Contemporary OB/GYN week in review: Influenza, prediabetes, and more
Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary OB/GYN website over the last week, and catch up on anything you may have missed.
Increasing birthweight over time reported
In a recent global review, significant annual increases in the mean term birthweight were reported, indicating worldwide public health impacts.
Maternal influenza linked to offspring seizure risk
In a recent study, infants of mothers with an influenza infection during pregnancy were significantly more likely to experience febrile seizures, but not epilepsy.