Tag: Maternal Health
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An Overlooked Way to Close Africa’s Health Gaps
Why Africa’s health gaps persist—and why the answer isn’t only in big investments Across Africa, millions face illness that disrupts daily life and drives families toward poverty. While headlines often spotlight macroeconomic shifts or funding plateaus, the most pressing gains may come from a quieter, more human scale: the people who bring basic health care…
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Acetaminophen in Pregnancy: Latest Review Finds No Link to Autism, ADHD, or Intellectual Disability
Overview: What the Review Concludes A comprehensive review published recently examines whether taking acetaminophen (paracetamol) during pregnancy affects a child’s risk of neurodevelopmental conditions. The researchers conclude that when used as directed, acetaminophen does not increase the likelihood of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), or intellectual disability in offspring. This finding helps clarify…
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Acetaminophen in Pregnancy: Review Finds No Autism or ADHD Risk
New Findings on Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy A major review published recently provides reassurance to expectant families: when taken as directed, acetaminophen (also known as paracetamol) during pregnancy does not increase the likelihood that a child will develop autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), or intellectual disability. This has long been a concern for…
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Premature Babies: A Fight for Survival in Dar es Salaam and Beyond
Premature Births: A Public Health Challenge Premature birth remains one of the most pressing public health issues in Tanzania and around the world. Babies born too early face a host of challenges—from respiratory difficulties and infections to long-term developmental delays. For mothers, premature birth can signal underlying health concerns, access barriers to prenatal care, and…
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Premature Babies: A Fight for Survival in Dar es Salaam
Introduction: The Global and Local Challenge of Premature Birth Premature birth remains a leading public health concern worldwide, with far-reaching consequences for newborns, families, and healthcare systems. In Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, as in many urban centers across Africa, the battle to improve survival rates for premature babies is a daily reality. Clinics and hospitals…
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Premature Babies: A Fight for Survival in Tanzania
Introduction: The Stark Reality of Premature Birth Premature birth is a pressing public health challenge in Tanzania and around the world. Babies born before 37 weeks of gestation face heightened risks of respiratory distress, infections, brain injury, and long-term developmental challenges. In urban centers like Dar es Salaam and rural communities alike, the struggle to…
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Cloth Wraps Treated with Insecticide Cut Malaria in Babies: A Promising Tool
Introduction: A centuries-old practice meets modern malaria prevention In many parts of Africa, Asia, and Latin America, mothers have carried their babies on their backs using cloth wraps for generations. These wraps are more than carriers; they are intimate tools for bonding, comfort, and daily chores. Now, a new twist on this traditional practice is…
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Lifestyle Interventions Prove Effective in Reducing Gestational Diabetes Risk
New Findings Highlight the Power of Lifestyle Interventions in Gestational Diabetes Prevention A recent study, co-authored by Professor Fionnuala McAuliffe of the UCD School of Medicine and led by researchers at the University of Liverpool, provides compelling evidence that structured lifestyle interventions can significantly reduce the risk of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). The work adds…
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Lifestyle Interventions Cut Gestational Diabetes Risk, Study Finds
Groundbreaking findings on gestational diabetes risk A new study co-authored by Professor Fionnuala McAuliffe of the UCD School of Medicine and led by researchers at the University of Liverpool highlights the powerful role of lifestyle interventions in reducing the risk of gestational diabetes (GDM). As gestational diabetes continues to pose risks for both mother and…
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Lifestyle Interventions Cut Gestational Diabetes Risk, New Research Shows
Groundbreaking findings on gestational diabetes prevention New research co-authored by Professor Fionnuala McAuliffe of the UCD School of Medicine and led by the University of Liverpool provides compelling evidence that lifestyle interventions during pregnancy can significantly reduce the risk of gestational diabetes. This large-scale investigation adds to a growing body of work suggesting that practical,…