A new study reveals a troubling rise in severe maternal health issues and birth complications in Illinois from 2016 to 2023, closely linked to increases in chronic health conditions affecting ...

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By Anjali Srivastava: Labour and delivery are significant milestones in a parent's life, often filled with emotion and expectation. Yet, these moments can be affected by unexpected medical challenges.

The Alabama Perinatal Quality Collaborative, housed in the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Public Health, launched a Postpartum Awareness Bracelet pilot program in June. The program aims ...

Chronic health problems are fueling a troubling spike in severe pregnancy complications in Illinois. A new study from Northwestern Medicine found more patients are developing high blood pressure, ...

Increase in annual rates of obesity were largest by far: 7.8% in 2016 to 22.3% in 2023 Vaginal birth complications increased 22.4%; cesarean birth complications increased 48.9% Non-Hispanic Black ...