PFAS Exposure Causing Cancer, Thyroid Disease and Childhood Obesity Linked to Billions in Healthcare Costs: Study
A new study links PFAS exposure to a number of medical conditions as well as increased healthcare expenses.
Tag Archives: Low Birth Weight
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Air Pollution Caused Thousands of Deaths in Massachusetts In Just One Year: Study
A new study links thousands of deaths in Massachusetts to air pollution.
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Study Finds Hypertension Treatment During Pregnancy Does Not Put Unborn At Risk
Treating high blood pressure in pregnant women before it developed into severe hypertension resulted in better maternal outcomes, according to the findings of a new study.
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Hydraulic Fracturing Exposure Could Increase Risk of Preterm Births, Researchers Warn
A new study links living near hydraulic fracturing site may increase a woman's chance of giving birth preterm or having a baby with low birth weight, Canadian researchers warn.
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Pot Use During Pregnancy May Increase Risk of Adverse Birth Outcomes: Study
The findings of a new study warn that marijuana use during pregnancy can increase the risk of premature birth, low birth weight and other adverse health effects for the newborn.
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Infant NEC Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed Against Similac, Enfamil Baby Formula Makers
A wrongful death lawsuit blames baby formula manufacturers for a fatal case of necrotizing enterocolitis which claimed the life of a one-month old premature baby early last year.
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Air Pollution Causes Millions of Preterm and Underweight Births Annually: Study
New research suggests that side effects of air pollution may be responsible for causing 6 million preterm births and 3 million underweight infants per year across the world.
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Baby Formula NEC Lawsuit Filed Against Makers of Similac, Enfamil
A lawsuit against the makers of Similac and Enfamil blame the manufacturers for knowingly promoting baby formula for premature infants despite knowing it increases their risk for a life-threatening illness.
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Similac Lawsuit Filed After Newborn Suffered Fatal Case of Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC)
A wrongful death lawsuit claims the use of Similac led to the death of a premature infant by causing necrotizing enterocolitis.
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Women Who Recently Had Weight Loss Surgery Face Increased Preterm and Low Weight Birth Risks
Women who have a child within a year of weight loss surgery are more likely to give birth to a baby preterm or with low birth weight, according to the…