Preterm birth is associated with a lower incidence of atopic dermatitis, a later onset, and a milder disease during early ...

An international study examined how heat and humidity may affect pregnancy. A reproductive health expert unpacks its key ...

Preterm birth has lasting effects into adulthood, with very premature individuals struggling to form romantic relationships and having fewer children, according to the Bavarian Longitudinal Study.

Our analytical approach aimed to capture the sense that participants made of their experiences – to explore the complex ...

Why do some premature babies suffer brain damage and others not? A new study led by pediatrician and neonatologist Dr. Fleur ...

Preterm birth happens when a baby is born before 37 weeks of pregnancy. It can lead to serious health problems for newborn babies, including breathing difficulties, low birth weight, and developmental ...

A new study shows that almost 2 million preterm births worldwide might be attributed partially to microplastics. As we age, plastic pollution contributes to cancers, heart diseases, infertility and ...

Despite its status as one of the wealthiest nations in the world, experts say America’s health care system is in need of major improvements. That’s especially true for mothers and infants. Case in ...

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Florida’s rate is slightly higher, at about 1 in 9 babies born preterm. In an average ...