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maternal health
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The Independentscience3 days ago
Pregnant Women in DRC Avoid Hospitals as Ebola Cases Reach 894
Maternal deaths in Ituri province rose to seven in one week from two last year. Health workers link the increase to fear of Ebola infection at clinics.
adexchanger.comscience5 days ago
Doctors Report Trauma After Treating Influencer Who Died Following Home Birth
Medical staff at Frankston Hospital described ongoing trauma after attempting to save a woman who died from postpartum hemorrhage following an unassisted home birth. A coronial inquest heard testimony about the incident and rising complications linked to free births.
usatoday.comscience5 days ago
Congenital Syphilis Cases in U.S. Babies Reach Highest Level Since 1950s
U.S. health authorities recorded nearly 4,000 new cases of syphilis in infants during 2024. Most cases trace to gaps in prenatal testing and treatment.
nypost.comscience7 days ago
Arizona newborn diagnosed with congenital syphilis after penicillin request delayed
Public health officials in Gila County submitted an emergency request for Bicillin L-A in late March after a pregnant woman tested positive for syphilis. The medication had not arrived by the time the woman delivered, and the infant was diagnosed with congenital syphilis.
Nprscience9 days ago
Lancet Series Describes Drape Protocol That Reduced Severe Postpartum Bleeding in Large African Trial
A three-part Lancet series published June 12 outlines early blood-loss detection and simultaneous interventions that sharply reduced severe bleeding in a trial of more than 200,000 women across four African countries.
indiatoday.intoday.inpolitics26 days ago
Ghana Nutrition Experts Urge Parliament to Fund Malnutrition Commitments
Nutrition experts called on Ghana's Parliament to meet international nutrition pledges and add therapeutic foods to the national insurance scheme. The appeal came at a roundtable in Accra organized by a non-governmental group.
Propublicaworld27 days ago
Arkansas Woman Describes Miscarriage Care Under State Abortion Ban
Emily Waldorf, 17 weeks pregnant, was admitted to Washington Regional Hospital in Fayetteville on Sept. 16, 2024, after her cervix dilated and the amniotic sac began to protrude. Doctors said state law prevented them from emptying the uterus while a fetal heartbeat remained detec…
mg.co.zaworld27 days ago
Dominican Republic Hospital Detentions Prompt Haitian Women to Give Birth Outside Medical Facilities
Haitian women in the Dominican Republic are delivering babies in unsupervised locations after immigration agents began detaining migrants at hospitals. The policy change has altered where some women seek care during childbirth.
world28 days ago
Agency Reports Maternal Deaths Concentrated in Fragile Settings
An international agency states that nearly two-thirds of maternal deaths occur in fragile settings. The agency outlines programs to expand antenatal care, emergency obstetric services, and postnatal follow-up.
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The Independentworld33 days ago
Health Workers Protest Outside World Health Assembly for Clean Water in Clinics
Midwives and mothers from several African countries and the UK held a protest outside the World Health Assembly in Geneva. The demonstration called for clean water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities in all health centers and maternity wards.
Washington Examinerpolitics40 days ago
Trump Administration Proposes Optional Employer Fertility Benefit Including IVF
President Donald Trump unveiled a proposed rule creating a voluntary insurance option for fertility care including IVF during a May 11, 2026, event in the White House Oval Office. The policy, developed by the departments of Labor and Health and Human Services, responds to a 20-ye…
Wiredtechnology40 days ago
Administration Officials Discuss Fertility Rates and IVF Coverage at Maternal Health Event
Officials at a maternal health care event addressed declining fertility rates in the United States and announced a proposal for employers to offer coverage for in-vitro fertilization and other fertility treatments. Health and Human Services secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. cited s…
Washington Examinerpolitics41 days ago
Trump Announces New Fertility Benefit Option for Employers, Launches Moms.gov Site and Childcare Program Changes
President Donald Trump unveiled new maternal health initiatives on Monday, one day after Mother’s Day, including a Department of Labor rule creating a fertility benefit option for employers. He announced the Moms.gov website directing new and expectant parents to crisis pregnancy…
upi.comscience41 days ago
Trump Administration Launches Moms.gov Website to Support Maternal Health and Fertility
The administration launched Moms.gov on May 11, 2026, as a centralized resource for new and expectant mothers. The site provides information on in vitro fertilization, prenatal and postnatal care, nutrition and links to discounted fertility medications. Officials also announced a…
Nbc Newspolitics42 days ago
Democratic and Republican Governors Discuss Maternal Health and Abortion on Meet the Press
The Democratic Maryland governor and Republican Arkansas governor appeared together with philanthropist Olivia Walton to discuss postpartum care programs in their states. Sanders detailed Arkansas efforts including a call center and new legislation while Moore outlined Maryland's…
Usa Todayscience43 days ago
WNBA Reporter Describes Pregnancy Complications While Covering 2025 Championship Season
A Las Vegas Aces beat writer detailed her experience covering the team's 2025 WNBA championship run while pregnant. She was diagnosed with preeclampsia during the season and required an emergency induction. The reporter highlighted higher maternal mortality risks for Black women…
theconversation.comworld44 days ago
Maternal Mental Health Conditions Remain a Concern in the U.S.
Maternal health conditions continue to be a source of concern for Americans. A gynecologic oncologist discussed the challenges women face with maternal mental health during an appearance on CBS News. The segment highlighted ongoing issues in maternal care across the country.
Al Jazeeraworld53 days ago
Caesarean Sections Reach 25% of Births in Gaza
The number of caesarean births in Gaza has risen by about 2 percent since the war began, now accounting for a quarter of all deliveries, amid challenges like malnutrition and medical shortages. Personal stories highlight anemia, infections and psychological strain on pregnant wom…
The Independentscience57 days ago
Maternal Health Services Disrupted in Mozambique's Niassa Province Due to Aid Cuts
Maternal health programs in Mozambique's remote Niassa province have nearly halted following the withdrawal of international aid. Organizations report increased complications for pregnant women and newborns due to reduced access to services. Efforts are underway to adapt and secu…
Usa Todaypolitics76 days ago
Florida Hospital Seeks Court Order for C-Section During Woman's Active Labor in September 2024
In September 2024, Cherise Doyley, a pregnant woman in active labor at University of Florida Health Hospital, refused a recommended C-section due to risks associated with her prior cesarean deliveries. Hospital staff initiated a virtual court hearing to obtain permission for the…