New research shows that multiple micronutrient supplements during pregnancy significantly reduce the risk of maternal anaemia, stillbirth, and low birth weight. The supplements are beginning to be distributed in the countries with the highest maternal mortality rates.
Scientists have made a breakthrough in understanding the biology that triggers preeclampsia, a dangerous pregnancy complication that doubles women's risk of premature cardiovascular death and is a leading cause of maternal mortality and preterm birth.
Governor Mike Kehoe signed comprehensive healthcare legislation that mandates Missouri's Department of Health and Senior Services to track and report cases of Alpha-Gal Syndrome, a tick-borne illness causing allergies to mammal products. The law also expands Medicaid-covered doula services for pregnant women.
Melinda French Gates announced a $215 million donation to improve women's health worldwide, focusing on contraceptive access, maternal care, and initiatives for middle-aged women including menopause support. The pledge comes two years after she left the Gates Foundation to focus on her own philanthropic organization, Pivotal.
Children born to mothers who used buprenorphine for opioid addiction during pregnancy show no greater risk of neurodevelopmental disorders like ADHD and autism compared to children whose mothers did not use the medication, providing reassurance about this critical treatment option.
