#infant-mortality
#infant-mortality

Miscellaneous

Op-Ed | Hochul must close the gap in paid leave to address New York's maternal and infant mortality crisis | amNewYork

New York must improve paid leave equity to address maternal and infant mortality crises affecting mothers and newborns.

Medicine

fromenglish.elpais.com

10 months ago

Infant mortality in Texas has risen 13% since abortion ban

Abortion ban in Texas led to a significant increase in infant deaths, especially due to congenital anomalies, indicating potential consequences of similar bans in other states.

fromHarvard Gazette

4 weeks ago

Black Lives Matter

Mortality gap between Black, white Americans narrows, except for infants - Harvard Gazette

The gap in infant mortality rates between Black and white Americans is increasing despite overall improvements in life expectancy for both groups.

fromwww.amny.com

Miscellaneous

Op-Ed | Hochul must close the gap in paid leave to address New York's maternal and infant mortality crisis | amNewYork

New York must improve paid leave equity to address maternal and infant mortality crises affecting mothers and newborns.

more#health-disparities

#lucy-letby

Miscellaneous

Medical experts dispute evidence in Lucy Letby's baby killing conviction

The conviction of Lucy Letby for killing seven infants is being questioned amid claims of flawed evidence and potential miscarriage of justice.

1 month ago

UK news

Lucy Letby Murders Inquiry Should Be Halted, Hospital's Ex-Managers Say

Questions raised about the validity of Lucy Letby's convictions prompt calls for a halt to the public inquiry into the deaths of infants.

4 months ago

OMG science

Letby's Lawyers Seek Appeal After Lead Expert Changed Mind' on Murders

The defense for Lucy Letby seeks to appeal her convictions based on claims of unreliable expert testimony.

Miscellaneous

Medical experts dispute evidence in Lucy Letby's baby killing conviction

The conviction of Lucy Letby for killing seven infants is being questioned amid claims of flawed evidence and potential miscarriage of justice.

1 month ago

UK news

Lucy Letby Murders Inquiry Should Be Halted, Hospital's Ex-Managers Say

Questions raised about the validity of Lucy Letby's convictions prompt calls for a halt to the public inquiry into the deaths of infants.

4 months ago

OMG science

Letby's Lawyers Seek Appeal After Lead Expert Changed Mind' on Murders

The defense for Lucy Letby seeks to appeal her convictions based on claims of unreliable expert testimony.

Infant Mortality and Births Increased In Most States With Abortion Bans, Studies Find

Abortion bans have led to increased infant mortality and birth rates in many states, significantly affecting disadvantaged communities.

Babies Being Found in Dumpsters After Texas Abortion Ban

The Texas abortion ban has led to a significant increase in infant abandonment and worsened healthcare access for women, particularly undocumented immigrants.

Medicine

Pakistan's fight against maternal mortality

Midwives and volunteers in Pakistan are striving to ensure safer childbirth amid severe climate challenges.

fromSun Sentinel

11 months ago

Medicine

Babies born early, ill, or dead: Florida spends millions on prevention. Why isn't it getting better?

Bereavement doulas like Jennifer Clayton provide crucial support for grieving families after infant loss.

Miscellaneous

fromFuturism

Babies Being Found in Dumpsters After Texas Abortion Ban

The Texas abortion ban has led to a significant increase in infant abandonment and worsened healthcare access for women, particularly undocumented immigrants.

Medicine

Pakistan's fight against maternal mortality

Midwives and volunteers in Pakistan are striving to ensure safer childbirth amid severe climate challenges.

fromSun Sentinel

11 months ago

Medicine

Babies born early, ill, or dead: Florida spends millions on prevention. Why isn't it getting better?

Bereavement doulas like Jennifer Clayton provide crucial support for grieving families after infant loss.

more#maternal-health

Black Lives Matter

Why is hypothermia killing Gaza's children?

Babies are particularly vulnerable to hypothermia in cold conditions, especially in crisis zones like Gaza.

Hunger and cold contribute significantly to infant mortality during conflicts.

Study links spike in infant deaths to Texas abortion ban

Restrictive abortion policies may impact infant health and mortality rates, shown by increased deaths in Texas post-implementation of Senate Bill 8.

fromwww.npr.org

5 months ago

US news

Infant dies and 10 others sick in latest listeria outbreak tied to ready-to-eat meat

Listeria outbreak linked to Yu Shang Food products has resulted in an infant's death and at least 10 other illnesses across multiple states.

fromMail Online

OMG science

Collapsing animal population killing thousands of CHILDREN

The decline in bat populations from a deadly fungus has significantly increased pesticide usage, correlating with higher infant mortality rates in the US.

Medicine

fromAxios

10 months ago

Study links spike in infant deaths to Texas abortion ban

Restrictive abortion policies may impact infant health and mortality rates, shown by increased deaths in Texas post-implementation of Senate Bill 8.

fromwww.npr.org

5 months ago

US news

Infant dies and 10 others sick in latest listeria outbreak tied to ready-to-eat meat

Listeria outbreak linked to Yu Shang Food products has resulted in an infant's death and at least 10 other illnesses across multiple states.

fromMail Online

OMG science

Collapsing animal population killing thousands of CHILDREN

The decline in bat populations from a deadly fungus has significantly increased pesticide usage, correlating with higher infant mortality rates in the US.

more#public-health

fromSacramento Bee

Digital life

What's the best state in the US to have a baby? Here's where California ranked

California ranks 11th among U.S. states for childbirth benefits according to Forbes Advisor, excelling yet just outside the top 10.

Expecting mothers nationwide face challenging conditions related to childbirth costs and medical care access according to the Forbes Advisor study.

Rise in pesticides linked to a surge in infant deaths, study finds

Increased pesticide use, driven by declining bat populations, is linked to a rise in infant mortality rates.

fromwww.theguardian.com

OMG science

Loss of bats to lethal fungus linked to 1,300 child deaths in US, study says

The decline in bat populations due to a fungal disease has been linked to increased pesticide use and higher infant mortality rates in affected areas.

OMG science

Surprising New Research Links Infant Mortality to Crashing Bat Populations

Increased pesticide use due to bat population decline correlates with higher infant mortality rates, highlighting environmental health risks.

OMG science

fromMail Online

Rise in pesticides linked to a surge in infant deaths, study finds

Increased pesticide use, driven by declining bat populations, is linked to a rise in infant mortality rates.

fromwww.theguardian.com

OMG science

Loss of bats to lethal fungus linked to 1,300 child deaths in US, study says

The decline in bat populations due to a fungal disease has been linked to increased pesticide use and higher infant mortality rates in affected areas.