Health News
Non-Invasive Prenatal Screening May Come with Risks
Non-invasive prenatal screening (NIPS) tests may come with some risks.
FDA Delays Decision on COVID Vaccine for Young Kids
Health officials have delayed their decision on whether young children should get the COVID-19 vaccine.
COVID Vaccine for Young Kids May Be Coming Soon
Children younger than 5 years old may be able to get the COVID-19 vaccine soon.
Changing Your Diet After Gestational Diabetes
Pregnant women made only small diet changes after a gestational diabetes diagnosis, a new study found.
How to Prevent Birth Defects
Each January, the United States observes National Birth Defects Prevention Month.
Baby Vital Sign Monitor Pulled from Market
A company has pulled a product that monitors babies' vital signs from the market after a warning letter from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The Answers to Your Breastfeeding Questions
Aug. 1 through 7 is World Breastfeeding Week — the perfect time to learn a little more about breastfeeding.
Statins and Pregnancy: FDA Changes Message
For a long time, doctors have been advised not to prescribe statins to any pregnant patient. Soon, that advice might change.
How Aspirin May Affect Pregnancy Chances
Women who have had previous miscarriages and want to get pregnant again may want to discuss taking more aspirin with their doctors.
Preventing Birth Defects
Each January, the United States observes National Birth Defects Prevention Month.