Month: July 2023
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Listeriosis is a rare but serious foodborne illness caused by the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes. It mostly affects older people, pregnant women, and those with weakened immune systems. Infection during pregnancy can lead to miscarriages or serious illness in babies. Listeriosis is a major concern because it is the most common cause of death from foodborne…
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Researchers from Singapore General Hospital (SGH) have made a breakthrough in cancer treatment involving white blood cells from umbilical cord blood. These cells, called gamma delta T-cells (GDT), have been found to be highly effective against cancer cells. GDT-cells are a type of white blood cell that fight off diseases and infections in the body.…
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In the USA, model and influencer Chrissy Teigen has chosen Cord Blood Registry® to save her fourth child’s newborn stem cells. The stem cells will be taken from the umbilical cord blood and tissue of her baby, Wren Alexander Stephens, who was born in June through a gestational carrier. Some parents may be confused about…
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Did you know that what a mom eats during pregnancy can affect her baby’s brain development? There have been studies in animals showing that low-fiber diets during pregnancy can harm the brains of their offspring. Scientists wanted to see if this was true for humans too. So, they conducted a large study using data from…
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A recent study conducted by Northwestern Medicine has found that postpartum counseling plays a crucial role in reducing the long-term risk of heart disease in women. However, despite having risk factors for heart disease, only 60% of women reported receiving counseling on healthy eating, exercise, and weight loss after pregnancy. The Importance of the Postpartum…
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A new study looked at the safety and benefits of COVID-19 vaccination for pregnant women. Existing research indicates that pregnant women may face severe complications if infected with SARS-CoV-2. This can include a heightened risk of ICU admission, need for oxygen support, ventilation, and even death. Additionally, there are potential adverse outcomes for their babies,…
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Scientists at Oregon State University have developed a new way to treat ectopic pregnancy, a dangerous condition where a fertilized egg implants in a place other than the uterus. This can be life-threatening for women. The researchers used a special delivery system called polymersomes to administer the medicine to pregnant mice. They found that the…
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Did you know that you can save lives by donating your baby’s umbilical cord blood? Cord blood banking, the process of collecting and storing stem cells from the umbilical cord, is the future of disease treatment. In honour of Cord Blood Awareness Month, Dr. David Soll, a gynecologist and obstetrician at Banner Health, highlights the…
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Did you know that using cannabis during pregnancy might affect the DNA of your baby? A new study funded by the National Institutes of Health has found some surprising results. They discovered that babies of monkeys who were given cannabis during pregnancy had changes in their DNA similar to those seen in children with autism…
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Breastfeeding is an important practice that offers numerous advantages for both mothers and children, including a reduced risk of future cardiovascular disease. A new observational cohort study aims to examine the impact of breastfeeding for at least six months on the cardiometabolic health of women and their children at age three. The study specifically focuses…