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New report explores drop in teen pregnancy rates
A new report finds lifestyle factors, including a focus on time with family and low-levels of alcohol consumption, may have influenced the sharp decline in teenage pregnancy rates.
Applications for WoW scholarships and fellowships now open
Wellbeing of Women (WoW) has announced it is accepting applications for its entry-level research scholarships, research training fellowships and new postdoctoral research fellowships.
Study suggests eczema develops in pregnancy
Researchers have found new evidence that atopic eczema develops before birth and is linked to a child’s growth in the womb and shortly after birth.
New scheme to create midwife and nurse research champions
Midwives and nurses have the opportunity to become research champions and drive improvements in future care through a new £3m training scheme.
Government to invest £218m in health research
Health and social care secretary Jeremy Hunt has announced a £215m investment in NHS health research and £3m for a new research leader programme for midwives and nurses.
Which country tops smoking in pregnancy table?
The three countries with the highest estimated prevalence of smoking during pregnancy are Ireland (38·4%), Uruguay (29·7%), and Bulgaria (29·4%).
Can breastfeeding cut diabetes risk?
Breastfeeding may help reduce a mother’s risk of type 2 diabetes after gestational diabetes, according to new research.
Smoking, obesity and PCOS risk
New research indicates women who smoke and are obese during pregnancy are more likely to have daughters who develop polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) later in life.
‘Infant formula could change gut bacteria’
A new study states breastfed babies have different gut microbiomes and lower obesity levels as they grow than those primarily fed formula.