New point-of-care test for early diagnosis of preeclampsia Australian researchers have developed a rapid test that returns a result in 15 minutes and is more accurate than current methods.
Coffee intake has ‘no apparent effect’ on IVF outcomes: Study New analysis suggests caffeine consumption has little impact on the success of fertility treatments but confirms the negative influence of alcohol.
Does taking antidepressants during pregnancy impact children’s brains? New research suggests it does not increase the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in children, but there is an association.
Does taking paracetamol during pregnancy affect children? Research suggests a link between the medication and children with behavioural and sleep issues, but experts say other factors could be at play.
Maternal vit D and fish oil reduce croup: Study Use of the supplements during pregnancy can reduce the likelihood of children under three developing the infection by up to 40%.
Prenatal screening that goes beyond the common trisomies SPONSORED: A new webinar is set to highlight the broadened scope of non-invasive prenatal screening for pregnant women.
Experts urge to improve ‘dismal’ pregnancy vaccine rates Only 12% of a large study cohort were vaccinated against flu and whooping cough during pregnancy, prompting a review of public health strategies.
Three-condition genetic carrier screening to become free More than $80 million will be invested into preconception screening, but there is uncertainty surrounding support for high-risk results.
Concerns for under-vaccinated pregnant population Pregnant women remain cautious when it comes to the COVID-19 vaccine, but growing safety evidence should boost uptake.
New call to review gestational diabetes screening One in four pregnant women are being overdiagnosed with gestational diabetes, prompting experts to question Australia’s screening criteria.