Two Japanese babies ‘caught’ cancer from their mothers when they inhaled cervical tumor cells during childbirth and developed lung cancer years later, case report suggests About one in 1,000 women have cancer during pregnancy One in half a million of those may ‘transmit’ cancer to their children A case report […]
Genetic studies of alcohol consumption could be spoiled by people who misreport their behavior
A team of researchers with members affiliated with multiple institutions in Australia and China has found evidence that genetic studies of alcohol drinking could be tainted by people under study who misreport their behavior. In their paper published in the journal Nature Communications, the group describes using statistical analysis on […]
It's a … ! MAFS' Danielle Bergman and Bobby Dodd Welcome Their 2nd Child
Welcome to the world! Danielle Bergman and Bobby Dodd’s second child, a baby boy, has arrived. Adorable! ‘Married at First Sight’ Babies: Pics The Washington native, 33, posted the first photo of their little one via Instagram on Wednesday, December 16. “We are so excited to announce that Bobby lV […]
Jill Duggar and Derick Dillard Share Why They Vaccinate Their 2 Kids
Taking preventive measures. Jill Duggar and Derick Dillard opened up about a choice they have made regarding their children’s health. The Duggars: A Comprehensive Guide to the Famous Family In honor of the seven-year anniversary of when they began dating, Duggar and Dillard answered questions from fans in a YouTube […]
Reduced hormone supply in pregnant mothers linked to ADHD in their children
Low levels of key, body-regulating chemicals in mothers during the first three months of pregnancy may interfere with the baby’s brain development, a large American study shows. These chemicals, or hormones, are produced in the thyroid gland in the neck and are known to influence fetal growth. Investigators have suspected […]
As domestic violence spikes, many victims and their children have nowhere to live
COVID-19 has left many victims of domestic violence facing difficulties feeding their children and accessing services for safe housing, transportation and childcare once they leave shelters, according to a Rutgers study published in the journal Violence Against Women. “Many survivors exiting domestic violence shelters are reporting difficulties in accessing resources […]